Whether you've been locked out of your car or home or need a car key made urgently, you'll likely call the first number featured on Google during a local search. Unfortunately, you may not want to trust the results as tech savvy scammers have started to take advantage of this vulnerable situation. Posing as a neighborhood...Read More

Happy new flat couple of owners showing keys sitting in the floor of the kitchen while moving home In any landlord-tenant relationship, there may be questions as to which party is responsible for certain maintenance items and which party has the right to make changes to the property. When it comes to door locks, who...Read More

In our modern world, cars are becoming a more and more critical form of transportation. That makes the key that you use to access, start, and unlock your car critical as well. However, as we are imperfect humans, many people will run into issues with their car keys at various times over the years. A...Read More

Happy new flat couple of owners showing keys sitting in the floor of the kitchen while moving home Forget the first places that come to mind when you're thinking about hiding a spare front door or car key. Not only does every burglar know about looking under the doormat or on top of the doorjamb,...Read More

scam, 3D rendering, a red waving flag Whether you've been locked out of your car or home or need a car key made urgently, you'll likely call the first number featured on Google during a local search. Unfortunately, you may not want to trust the results as tech savvy scammers have started to take advantage...Read More

Over the years, Kwikset’s product line has expanded. Although it still manufactures locks that use traditional hardware, it also has products that use electronic technology. The company’s SmartCode technology allows for keyless unlocking and locking of a door by just using a keypad. They can be a companion to any knob, lever or deadbolt lock...Read More

Have you ever gotten tired of fishing for your car’s physical key in a pocket or a purse? Consider switching to a smart key. Having a smart key gives you better access to your car, allowing you to unlock doors, pop your trunk, or even turn on your alarm system from across a parking lot. ...Read More

Management connecting with a super secure cloud by touch. Countless closed lock icons combine to shape the virtual cloud. Technology metaphor for corporate IT security privacy and cloud computing.   Owning your own business is a big part of the American dream for many people. While there are several factors involved in being your own...Read More

It’s early in the morning in the middle of winter. You run out to your driveway to start your car so your engine will warm up and you can get safely to work.  While you’re getting dressed, you ask your husband to turn off the engine so you don’t waste gas. As he turns the...Read More

It's amazing how much we depend on our cars in our day-to-day lives. Many of us could not even get to work without our cars. This is why losing your car key or breaking your key off in the ignition or lock can seem like a nightmare. This is especially stressful if you don't have...Read More

You've been given the keys to the palace, which speaks to the trust your boss has in you as a manager, but can you actually keep your keys organized and secure? Here are just a few of the most common mistakes made by managers when they're entrusted with the keys to the office.   1. Giving Away...Read More

Buying a new house is always an exciting event, so several items are often overlooked when moving in.  Before you settle down, it is important to make sure that you can maintain the security of the home. Use these tips to make sure your home is safe for your entire family immediately after ownership is...Read More

It can be hard to keep track of every single thing in your life. We all make mistakes and if you are in a hurry, it is easy get out of your car and shut the door before you realize that you have left your keys inside. Many people have had the experience of returning...Read More

Parents do everything they can think of to protect their children. They watch out for things that could be harmful to their child and do everything they can to baby proof the home that the child lives in. Not all parents think of the potential danger that their own parked car could hold. Most parents...Read More

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CHILD PASSENGER SAFETY WEEK! Make sure your tween is always buckled up. Learn when to transition your child out of the booster seat to a seat belt and find out how it should properly fit. As your child grows, you may face challenges enforcing seat belt safety. Follow these pointers—from setting the example by buckling...Read More