By Lori R. Wallerstein, Chief Instructor Of Tactical Training for the Practical Self Defense Project

HOME SECURITY WHEN AT HOME OR ON VACATION

There is no such thing as a burglar-proof home. What there is, however -- using a burglar’s double criteria of speedy entry and not attracting attention-- are homes that are too difficult to break in to .

Burglars—or any predators—are not looking for a fight, they are looking for  an easy “get in” and “get out.” Period.  Thus, the enemies of all bad guys (or girls)  are time and attention. The longer it takes to enter and the more noise he makes increase his chances of being seen and caught. Homes not easily and quickly broken into are most often bypassed for easier targets. The same issues that will deter a burglar will also serve to stop a break-in rapist or stalker.