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A Pueblo couple is out nearly $200 after what they called a potential home security scam.

Tami Sheets and her husband, Dan Sheets, said they have been using Beacon Security Services for 20 years. Tami Sheets said in 2005, new owners took over the company.

"On Friday the owner called my husband saying he was branching off and going into his own business. He said he was getting a divorce and his wife was keeping the company," said Sheets.

The owner came over and rewired the couple's alarm system, routing it from Beacon Security to his new company, said Sheets. He asked for Tami Sheets to write a check for $195 for the new service.

"I wrote a check out in his name. I shouldn't have done that. You never write a check in a person's name, only a business name," said Sheets.

The next morning, Sheets said, she got up to let her dog out and had forgotten to disarm the alarm.

"The alarms started going off, and it was the old company calling to see what was going on. I thought, 'Well, wait a minute, I'm supposed to be with the new company,'" she said.

Sheets called the owner who said he would come fix the problem on Saturday, but he never showed up, she said.

"If the alarm hadn't gone off, I would have just assumed that he did transfer us to the new company and we had service monitoring our alarms," said Sheets.

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What kind of home security system, if any, should I have that would deters burglars? How much should I budget to spend to prevent a home invasion? In the past decade as a homeowner, I have answered these questions differently. At times, I went with the most basic solution that had a one time cost of new hardware. At other times opted for a monitored system that cost $30-40 a month to maintain in addition to installation cost. Here are some options I considered.

Basic home security

As a brand new homeowner, I used common sense to thwart intruders. My basic home security system consisted of a upgraded door lock and deadbolt. Entry level brands such as Defiant and Kwikset cost about $25-30. Higher end brands with sophisticated deterrent systems such as Baldwin, Schlage or Medeco cost $50 to upwards of $100, and required a locksmith to install. When I was traveling, I put a stop on my newspaper and mail delivery. I also put a few lamps on timers in different rooms. Later, I continued to use these basic security measures and added other simple measures, like keeping my sprinkler system on a timer and installing external motion activated lights over the garage and front and back yards.

Monitored home alarm system

A monitored home alarm system including motion sensors from a national security company like ADT, Brinks or Slomin's Shield typically costs $100 to install and $30-40 a month to monitor for break ins. Cellphone and battery backups (in case of loss of phone service or power) are often extra. Fire and smoke alarm monitoring typically costs another $35. My 3 year contract promised a fixed rate and it was transferable to a new owner for the same house or to me if I moved. It also got me a 20% discount on my home insurance, which amounted to over $100 and essentially paid for 3 months of monitoring.

In fact, when I moved into my house, it had an existing alarm system. The previous owner had disconnected the service but left the pincode. Before I got my own home security system, I was able to use to make sure the doors were locked (indication on keypad) and even use an audible alarm in conjunction with a pin code. Of course, the "Protected by XYZ Alarm Company" stickers did not hurt either.

Video monitoring

Video monitoring, a must have for retail businesses, can also come in handy for homeowners with pets or young children, who are cared for at home while parents are at work. Recently I shopped around for a wireless 4 camera security system with DVR that cost $1500-2500 to install. The system showed and recorded the camera feed on a DVR and monitor, while it also streamed a live online video feed securely on the PC or smart phone. Once installed, there was no cost to monitor (although monitoring services were available from certain vendors).

Common sense

According to security experts, a well-lit neighborhood that has a high density of security systems deters most miscreants. However, despite this, lack of discretion and common sense can defeat the toughest security system. For example, a couple of my neighbors routinely leave a home key under a flower pot, doormat or above the door frame. I remember when I was selling my home, one realtor asked for the security code to my alarm system. Many of my friends share their upcoming travel plans on social media like Facebook, Twitter or personal blogs. In cases such as these, investing in a home security system can do little in providing security from home invasions or other crimes.

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Astrologers, feng shui experts see better prospects for 2013
Astrologers weigh in on who #39;s lucky or not in 2013, while a feng shui expert also gives President Aquino a piece of advice for next year. Caroline Howard has more.

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By Erika Sauler Philippine Daily Inquirer

Former President Joseph Estrada: Lucky Ox. INQUIRER FILE PHOTO

MANILA, PhilippinesIf youre running for public office and youre born under the Ox sign, you will most probably win in the 2013 elections, according to a feng shui specialist, giving her own reading of fortunes in the coming year.

Didit Plugio, a holistic life coach who has appeared in television and radio shows, said a notable Ox candidate, former President Joseph Estrada, a candidate for Manila mayor against the incumbent Alfredo Lim, would be lucky this year.

While Ox and Rooster would be quite fortunate in the year of the Black Water Snake in the Chinese zodiac, Plugio said those with Dragon, Rat and Horse signs would also have good chances in business, politics and show biz.

Unfortunately, 2013 is not the year for Snake, Pig, Tiger and Monkey signs. Incidentally, Lim is born in 1929, a year of the Snake.

Plugio said President Aquino (Rat) and Vice President Jejomar Binay (Horse) would have a good year but their incompatible signs could keep them at odds with each other.

She said Aquino should find a life partner with Monkey, Dragon and Ox signs for compatibility.

Businesses in the Earth element, like real estate and universities, would have good fortune this year, Plugio said. In addition, the feng shui lucky number 4 indicates a boom in the field of education.

Other lucky elements are: Water (spa, laundry shop), Metal (gadgets, hardware), and Fire (restaurant, events organizing). The Wood element (flower shops, landscapers) will not be so lucky.

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