Keep Keys Safe -Lending or giving keys to friends is not a sound practice. Immediately report lost or stolen keys to the landlord and the police. If living alone for an extended period of time, giving keys to someone is a good idea, but make sure only one set is given out. Also be sure the holder of the keys is a responsible person such as a close friend, or a trusted neighbor. Keep a Marked Personal Inventory -Catalog all valuable possessions, listing model numbers, serial numbers, descriptions, dates and places of purchase and purchase prices.
Sales receipts are also helpful.
Maintaining an inventory will help police to identify items if they are stolen and later recovered. This list is also handy in the unlikely event of a fire for insurance purposes. Lock All Possible Entrances -Consciously lock all doors and windows before leaving a residence for any period of time. Never leave doors to apartments, houses or complexes propped open. Sliding glass windows can be secured with wooden rods for added protection.