Not all locksmiths are the same. Unfortunately, it has become much easier for dodgy locksmiths to prey on customers causing them to be left out of pocket hundreds of dollars and leaving their security at risk. Fortunately, your locksmithing professionals at Laura’s Locksmith and Security Store have compiled a list of tips to help you avoid these questionable situations.
Here are a few ways to avoid locksmithing scams.
Radio frequency identification (RFID) skimming is a criminal activity method that uses radio-frequency magnetic fields to unlawfully track people, vehicles, and acquire payment card information without the need of being in direct contact. Statistics from 2016 demonstrate the drastic increase of these “digital pickpocketing” acts, as almost all newer credit and debit cards utilize contact-free payment options. According to Tripwire, in 2016 there were 2 million more RFID skimming victims than in 2015, with $16 billion total being stolen through skimming.
Here are a few things you need to know about RFID skimming and how you can keep your information safe.
Keeping your valuables safe does not have to be a difficult task. There are many different resources and methods that you can use to make sure that all your important belongings stay safe and sound.
Here are a few ways to keep your valuable property safe at home.
Having your vehicle broken into can be a stressful and frightening situation. According to the Dallas Police Department, more than 20,000 cars and trucks are broken into and have property removed each year. That factors out to about 50 vehicles each day. But they also say that this situation can easily be avoided with just a few precautionary measures.
Here are a few ways you can prevent your car from being broken into.
Losing your keys can be one of the most inconvenient challenges you experience. It causes nothing but stress and anxiety. “Did my keys get into the wrong hands? Is my home safe? Has someone gained unsolicited access to my private life?” These are just some of the questions that swim through your worrying mind after misplacing your keys.
Here are 3 ways to avoid losing your keys and leave those worries behind.
Being disorganized is one of the more central reasons that a person loses their items. If you find yourself constantly rummaging through drawers or unintentionally rearranging your furniture just to find a pair of keys, you might be due for some reorganization. Luckily, there are some quick fixes that are not too major to ensure your keys are easily found, whether you are at home or at the workplace.