They Claimed My Home Was A “Family House,” Not Mine — Even After I Paid $150,000 For It. Then The Officer Spoke Up. – The Archivist

first bought it, and again three years ago after a break-in attempt in the neighborhood. He looked at the new electronic deadbolt and let out a low whistle.

“Schlage B365. Nice piece of equipment. Electronic keypad, built-in alarm. Runs about two hundred dollars retail. Quality lock. Shame to waste it.”

He removed it anyway, carefully setting it aside.continue reading …