Leaving a spare key under the doormat or on top of a doorframe is never a good idea. A dedicated lock box for your spare keys allows you to provide entry to others when you’re not around—like dog ...

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Police soon will offer elderly or disabled residents metal lock boxes installed outside a home that contain a homeowner’s house keys. Similar to gadgets that real-estate agents use to show houses, the ...