Post a sign in listed properties and during open houses notifying visitors that the home is under video surveillance.

Posting a sign indicating that a home is under video surveillance, even if there are no actual cameras, serves as an effective safety deterrent for several reasons:

• Criminals often seek out easier targets where the risk of detection is lower. A surveillance sign suggests that the property is monitored, prompting them to look for other, less risky opportunities.

• Even if the surveillance is not real, the sign can give the sellers a greater sense of security, knowing that the appearance of surveillance might deter criminal activity.

• Using signs and decals to create the appearance of surveillance is much cheaper than installing actual surveillance systems. This makes it an affordable option for homeowners looking to enhance security on a budget.

GRAR carries low-cost signs and decals in the REALTOR® Store that appear authentic (as if they were provided by a home security company).

It is important to be certain that the homeowner understands that you haven’t actually installed a camera, rather the sign or decal is simply used to prevent crime.