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Holiday cheer shouldn’t come with preventable risks. We’re sharing the field-tested tactics we use with clients and students to stay safe while shopping, traveling, hosting, and running businesses during the busiest—and most tempting—time of the year for thieves and scammers. From the moment you enter a crowded mall to the time you unload gifts at home, you’ll hear simple habits that cut risk without killing the vibe.
We start with personal safety in public: how to carry wallets and bags so pickpockets pass you by, why a decoy wallet can buy precious seconds, and why group shopping and quick vehicle entry matter. Then we tackle parking lot realities, using light and positioning to your advantage, and choosing credit over debit to limit fraud fallout. At home, we focus on what actually works: locks, alarms, visible signage, smart camera placement, delivery instructions that beat porch pirates, and the underrated power of a trusted neighbor. We also unpack seasonal scam spotting—fake charity asks, phishing delivery texts, and shady links that mimic your favorite retailer—and the best ways to verify before you click.
Travelers get a full checklist: airport bag control, ID security, rideshare verification, and lawful firearm transport with reciprocity rules top of mind. We talk itinerary sharing, sober ride planning, and the small prep steps that pay off when delays or emergencies hit. For business owners, we cover deposit runs with varied routines, police escorts, staff training for robberies, working cameras at critical points, solid internal comms, and hiring practices that reduce internal theft during seasonal spikes. It’s a practical, no-drama guide designed to keep you, your family, and your team safe while you enjoy the season.
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