How Thieves Use Google Maps and Smart Home Tech to Target Your Home

Simple Steps You Can Take RIGHT NOW to Stop Them

Sep 16, 2025

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Today, I’ve got a serious warning for you — because the very technology that’s supposed to keep your home safe might actually be helping burglars break in. Thieves are now using tools like Google Maps to virtually scout out your house from the street, looking for weak points and planning their next move. At the same time, if your smart home devices aren’t secured properly, hackers could exploit them and help lead bad guys right to your front door.

In this newsletter, I’ll show you how these digital predators are operating, and more importantly, I’ll give you the simple, proven tricks to protect your home and your family from these modern threats.

Burglars Are Scoping Out Your Home on Google Maps – Six Key Steps To Take Now!

Imagine this: with Google Maps' street view, tech-savvy robbers can virtually walk around your house, inspecting doors, windows, entryways, and exits. It's like handing them a detailed plan of your home layout. But fear not—I'm here to help you outsmart them.

This exclusive, 60 second video I made lays it all out:

As I explain in the video, you can blur your house on Google Maps, making it harder for potential burglars to plan their break-ins. Follow these easy steps to keep your family safe”

Step-by-Step Guide to Blurring Your House

1. Visit Google Maps: First, open Google Maps and type in your address.

2. Access Street View: Once your address pops up, click on the street view option. This will give you the panoramic view of your home from the street.

3. Locate the Options Menu: Look to the top right corner of your screen to find three vertical dots. Click on them to open a dropdown menu.

4. Report a Problem: In this menu, you'll see an option labeled "Report a problem." Click that, and you'll be directed to a new form.

5. Center Your House: Use your mouse to ensure your house is perfectly centered in the red box provided on the form.

6. Submit the Form: Fill out any additional details required in the form and hit submit.

And just like that—boom! Google Maps will process your request, and soon, your house will be blurred out, keeping those prying burglars away.

I challenge you to do this right now. It's a quick, easy step towards securing your home and giving you much-needed peace of mind.

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Navigating the Double-Edged Sword: Smart Home Innovations and the Rising Threat of Home Invasion

The era of smart homes is here—bringing us convenience, efficiency, and better security. Smart locks, cameras, thermostats, and alarms are changing the way we protect our homes. But here’s the truth: if you don’t secure these devices properly, they can actually become open doors for burglars. Today, I’ll show you how these high-tech upgrades can turn into vulnerabilities—and what simple steps you can take right now to keep your home safe and secure.

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