This year (2009) we are in the early stages of a severe economic crisis. The downward spiral of the Global Economy has caused many people to lose their jobs, homes, money and investments. Some will become desperate, perhaps taking desperate measures as this crisis continues.

Did you know there is a burglary every 14 seconds in the U.S. alone? This is an older statistic that was known before the current state of the economy. Who knows what it is now. And the amount of property crimes is escalating also. Not very long ago, there was a property crime every 3.1 seconds.

How will you protect your home in these tough economic times? You should think about what to do and take action. Your family, your property and your home need to feel safe and protected from the dangerous, desperate outside world.

Start a home safety program by installing alarms on the two most vulnerable entry points…doors and windows. Of course it is most important to keep your doors and windows locked at all times. It matters not where you live. Burglaries take place anywhere and anytime.

The loud decibels emitted by the door and window alarms will deter a burglar from breaking into your house. Door and window alarms also work by alerting you if a young family member tries to leave without your permission.

What do you do when your doorbell rings and you're not expecting company? It would be a good idea to know who is on the other side of that door. And with the help of one or two small surveillance cameras on the market, the problem could be solved.

You will be surprised how easy it is to set up these cameras. Just use your TV as a monitor and never be surprised again when somebody arrives.

Take a step or two today to protect your home. Hopefully the day will never come when you will need a home alarm or a surveillance camera. It just seems like a good idea to be prepared for the unknown in this tough economic crisis.