Home security systems feel out-of-reach for many of us. Many security systems require consumers to subscribe to professional monitoring, usually a monthly paid service where trained dispatchers keep ...

Home security systems have long been associated with costly monthly fees. They’re required for professional monitoring, where trained dispatchers keep an eye on your system and alert the authorities ...

We live in a dangerous world. Even in your own home, you can’t be 100 percent certain you’re safe. The FBI estimates some 2.5 million homes are burglarized every year. What do you do? You invest in a ...

When you purchase a home security system, one of the biggest decisions you’ll face is whether to spring for live professional monitoring. This service can add significantly to the total cost of the ...

Dear Jim: We need more security at home, but we don't want more floodlights, which cost a lot to operate. Also, we want to avoid monitoring charges if possible. What reasonably priced security options ...

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, ...