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I have lived in the city and in the suburbs. I have learned to always keep my doors locked, even when going to the curb to get the mail or just to set out trash. I teach my wife and kids the same thing. Never turn your back on your house without locking the door, even if only for just a minute. Things can change real fast within that minute.
As far as guns, I would keep my carry gun on me when mowing the lawn or spending time in the yard. The other guns won't do you much good if you can't get to them immediately. Thieves work fast and they seem to work in twos or threes. The idea is to stop them from getting into the house rather than reacting to their presence once they try to get in.
If you think the neighborhood is going to pot, take advantage of depressed housing prices and buy another house in a better neighborhood. Now is the time to do it if you think it is necessary. Don't wait until prices rise.
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