Never leave notes on your front door. Remember, any door is only as strong as it's weakest link. Pay special attention to back doors and windows, where burglars often find the easiest and most secluded entry. Check the outside Look at your house from the outside as a burglar would. Consider the following tips.
Thieves hate bright lights.
Install outside lights and keep them on at night. Keep your yard clean. Cut back tree limbs that a thief could use to climb to an upper-level window. Have someone mow your lawn, rake your leaves or shovel your snow if you are going to be away. Lock ladders and garden tools away in a garden shed which is secured by a padlock so they can't be used to gain access to unsecured second story windows.