The things you worry about when you become a home owner! I really enjoyed reading these 13 tips. My favorites:

Of course I look familiar. I was here just last week cleaning your carpets, painting your shutters, or delivering your new refrigerator.

Do you really think I won’t look in your sock drawer? I always check dresser drawers, the bedside table, and the medicine cabinet.

Helpful hint: I almost never go into kids’ rooms.

A loud TV or radio can be a better deterrent than the best alarm system. If you’re reluctant to leave your TV on while you’re out of town, you can buy a $35 device that works on a timer and simulates the flickering glow of a real television. (Find it at faketv.com.)

The two things I hate most: loud dogs and nosy neighbors.

To you, leaving that window open just a crack during the day is a way to let in a little fresh air. To me, it’s an invitation.

You can read the rest here at 13 Things Your Burglar Won’t Tell You