Protect your investments! Keep your receipts in a safe place that won't be damaged by fire or flood.
Take the two minutes it takes to record the serial numbers on all of your home equipment. Keep the information off site, such as in a deposit box, so that if disaster strikes, you'll have an accessible record.
Get an accurate, signed assessment of your home's value and keep it in a safe place.
Make sure all door and window locks are secure and functioning properly.
Invest in an alarm system.
Keep your refrigerator stocked with healthy snacks.
Tell your neighbors when you will be away from home so they can report any questionable activities.
Install motion light detectors so that the path to the doorway is clearly lit and to discourage theft.