Leave blinds and curtains open in their usual position.

Have mail and packages picked up by a neighbor, or else held or forwarded by the post office. Have newspaper deliveries stopped temporarily.

Lower the sound of your telephone bell so its ring can't be heard outside.

Arrange to have your lawn mowed or your walk shoveled.

Use an automatic timer to turn lights on and off in your living room and bedrooms at appropiate time hours.

Leave a radio playing.

Tell police and dependable neighbors when you will be away, and ask them to keep an eye on your house.