Don't hide a spare key under the welcome mat. Hide it in one of these 7 unexpected places instead. Taylor Martin CNET Contributor Taylor Martin has covered technology online for over six years.

Every thief knows that people often hide their spare house key under a doormat. Here’s a better idea. File down the head of the key (make sure it still works easily in the lock) and then hide it ...

DEAR HELOISE: I just read another suggestion about where to hide the spare keys to your house. I think all are such bad ideas to hide a key that anyone might find! Years ago, we upgraded our front ...

Place a spare key at your job ... Find a spot in your building’s hallway to hide a key. Is there a picture frame or a mirror in your hallway? Could you stick a key back there without anyone ...

For example, KPD said homeowners should trim trees and shrubbery away from windows and doors, to avoid giving thieves a possible hiding place. They also recommended hiding gifts someplace they ...

The car expert’s alternative spare key storage method starts with him getting ... READ MORE: Fall drivers are losing hundreds ignoring common problem hiding in plain sight This mechanic's ...

Dear Heloise: I just read another suggestion about where to hide the spare keys to your house. I think all are such bad ideas to hide a key that anyone might find! Years ago, we upgraded our front ...

They tuck under your car (or any other magnetic spot) and hide a set of spare keys that you can easily access in case you get locked out. Available in a variety of sizes, these key holders are ...

Security companies listed a few do’s and don’ts to keep in mind when it comes to spare keys. The ADT website shares a list telling people to stay away from hiding their keys in the following ...

DEAR HELOISE: I just read another suggestion about where to hide the spare keys to your house. I think all are such bad ideas to hide a key that anyone might find! Years ago, we upgraded our front ...