What are some ways to prevent break-ins, theft, and vandalism to vacant homes?

Alarm systems? Not keen on doing that (monitored)
for a short term. Lighting?

Someone stole copper out of one of mine this week. I t...

What door lock do you use for your Airbnb/VRBO?  I understand there are locks that open with a code you send to your guest's cell phone and it will unlock the door during their stay, then deactivate.  Does that system...

Hello all!Due to a bad experience I am finally decided to install cameras, but want to keep them simple. Here's what I ideally need for each property:- Two or max 3 cameras mainly to cover the entrance and the parking...

Hi all!  So I'm working on up'ing my landlording game and planning to start doing more formal annual inspections of my properties (had been able to generally inspect when there for repairs, etc).   I read @Brandon Tur...

Does anyone have any experience with installing security cameras at homes? I am realizing I need to 1) be able to record things at my houses in case something bad happens and 2) be able to check in to see if contracto...

Well, simplisafe has been a great product but the freaking theives stole my entire electrical meter box as well as my keypad for the system HA! (This is a hysterical laugh...)Here is what I've been searching for the l...

Do tenants pay for new air filters or landlords? Thank you!

An Alabama client of mine had this experience, but I think it is relevant nationwide. He had smoke detectors in all rental houses. It was the tenant's responsibility to test the batteries periodically and replace them...

Hey everyone. I am just curious for those that have a Schlage Encode lock, have you seen it start going online and offline, especially during very cold weather.The weather at the lakehouse had been in the -15 to -25 r...

Smoke detectors – Use actual smoke to test the sensor. By spraying smoke into the alarm, you get a true indication if the alarm works. The “test battery” button only test the battery. The sensor is just as important. ...