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Couple loses $'s, electronics, 'peace of mind' relying on self-monitored security system

January 2, 2013Tess Nacelewicz

A story about a home robbery over the holidays reported by a North Carolina news outlet on New Year's Day caught my eye. That's because it illustrates the potential costly drawbacks of relying on a self-monitored security system. A Raleigh, N.C. couple lost $1,500 in cash and electronics and also their “peace of mind” after three thieves invaded their home while they were away for the holidays, according to WRAL.com. The report excitedly touts that the couple has video of the burglary,...

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