Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Alex Vakulov is a cybersecurity expert focused on consumer security. The rise of Internet of Things gadgets has transformed our ...

Everything is online these days, including our toasters and doorbells. And while smart devices are convenient and occasionally energy-saving, they also pose a risk of compromising our personal data.

Thieves are only getting smarter, now using cameras to spy on people in their homes. Here are the steps you can take to stop them. Tyler Lacoma Editor / Home Security and Smart Home Tyler has worked ...

With inflation still hot and housing inventory remaining low across much of the US, real estate prices continue to rise. In the last year, average US home prices increased by 6.2% according to Redfin.

Imagine this: You pull up to your driveway and your garage door opens like magic. You head for your doorstep and walk right through the front door, no keys needed. Already, your favorite playlist is ...

The best DIY home security systems are affordable and easy to set up without a professional. NerdWallet is committed to editorial integrityMany or all of the products on this page are from partners ...

If you need a break from winter, these steps will keep your home safe while you're on a getaway. Tyler has worked on, lived with and tested all types of smart home and security technology for over a ...

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 ...