The security of your family and home is not an expense, but an investment against potential danger. So, if you’re limited in financial resources, the cost of a monitored home security system may not be within your budget. Although having a monitored home security system is one of the best ways to protect your home, there are other home security tips you can use to make your home more secure. These inexpensive methods rely a lot on your own common sense, as well as your ability to be creative.