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Here’s an easy way to fool burglars into thinking you’re at home

Posted on January 26, 2026

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Did you know that many burglars actually knock on the victim’s door or ring their doorbell before breaking into a home?

Well, it’s true, and there’s a reason why: If no one answers the door, they know there’s a good chance that nobody’s home.

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