For a DIY-focused company, SimpliSafe’s Fast Protect monitoring gives you surprisingly good protection with live guard support that allows agents to deter criminals in the act. Most of us just don’t ...

The monthly monitoring fee is an investment but can be worth the peace of mind and hands-off control. Some or all of the mortgage lenders featured on our site are advertising partners of NerdWallet, ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Home security is a focus for so many homeowners these days. The advent of the connected smart home has allowed us to easily integrate a number ...

Ashlyn is one of Forbes Home's in-house writers and a former civil engineer-turned content writer with over six years experience. Until recently, Ashlyn focused on creating content for Forbes Home as ...

Your first question when shopping for a smart home security system should be "what's the difference between a smart security system and a "dumb" one?" The answer to this question varies from brand to ...

Tyler has worked on, lived with and tested all types of smart home and security technology for over a dozen years, explaining the latest features, privacy tricks, and top recommendations. With degrees ...

A new Parks Associates white paper explores how shifting consumer expectations are accelerating the decline of traditional home security systems and creating new opportunities for integrators focused ...

Home security systems—once the exclusive domain of high-priced professional installers—have never been more affordable, and the hardware and software is simpler, more intuitive, and easier to set up ...

A home security system doesn’t have to break the bank, but equipment and monthly costs can vary widely. Some or all of the mortgage lenders featured on our site are advertising partners of NerdWallet, ...