SafeMart's CEO
For those of you interested, here is a link to the LinkedIn page of SafeMart's CEO.
Security Tips and Information for the DIY Crowd

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Well folks, we're back now from a long hiatus. We've been working on a ton of great stuff over at SafeMart, from new monitoring options to better more advanced system packages. I wanted to highlight just a few products/services to keep your eye out for in 2010. (Note: some of these have been around for years, but are worth taking another look at). So, in no particular order:
Labels: 2010 home security, alarm monitoring, home security, total connect
Part Five of a Five Part Series Taking a Quick Look at the SmartMoney System
Expandable home security is something that few homeowners think of, until its too late. But here's the reality: Things change. You may add-on to your home, realize you didn't purchase enough security devices, or your security needs may simply change over time. Either way, you need to expand.
With most companies, what does that mean? Well, it means that you're going to pay a premium, both for the device itself and to have them add it on.
What does it mean with the SmartMoney package? It means that you pay the same wholesale price as everyone else, and you don't pay a dime to have it programmed into your system. Should I repeat that?? You don't pay a dime to have it programmed into your system! Its the ultimate expandable system.
Still not convinced that the SmartMoney Home Security Package is the most innovative, hottest offering on the market? Click on the link above to check it out in detail.
Welcome to part four of a five part series in which we're taking an in-depth look at the SmartMoney Home Security Package from SafeMart.com.
Today we're going to compare home security options between SafeMart, Protect America and ADT on the basis of cost, but focusing also on monthly contract length and a few other factors. I'm not really going to give much commentary here. I'll just let the numbers speak for themselves.
Ok, so whats it cost? Well, this is where the affordable part comes in. You pay $78.95 down (plus the cost of any additional accessories), and then $29.95/month for the next 24 months. Its a low cost, short term payment plan option.
So, lets see how that price compares to Protect America or ADT?
For 36 Months (the length of ADT's and Protect America's contracts) the cost is as follows:
ADT: $1,419.64
Protect America: $1,078.20
SmartMoney: $875.80
Why is it so much cheaper? Two reasons: 1. Our monthly cost is less than ADT's. And our initial contract length (24 months) is less than both ADT and Protect America. 2. After the initial contract of 24 months is up, our monitoring cost goes to wholesale pricing: $9/month! With the other guys, your monitoring price stays high.
Just a few other comparisons:
Renters Allowed to Purchase Package?
ADT: No
SmartMoney: Yes
Protect America: Yes
Return Policy:
Industry Standard: 3 Days
SmartMoney: 3o Days
Thats some pretty powerful stuff. Oh, and one more thing. As opposed to many other companies, SafeMart allows you to add accessories to the SmartMoney package at any point during the two-year contract...for the retail cost. We don't charge you any extra fee to program them into your system. Now thats impressive!
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Today we'll examine part three of the five part series on SafeMart's innovative new home security package: SmartMoney
Every company's home security system is "reliable." And by that (including the scare quotes) I mean that every company claims their system is reliable. Ok, so lets look at this in two ways. If you're choosing a home security system, especially if you're choosing monitoring, there are two aspects to reliability: the reliability of the system itself (panel, accessories, etc) and the reliability of the company you choose. We'll examine both.
Lets start with the system itself. This is a generally true statement, so long as you're choosing a reputable company. If you're not, beware. I know of many companies who either sell older, dated models as the newest item out there, or they actually sell junk equipment. In choosing a home security system, make sure you choose the right system (Ademco Vista 20P, DSC 9047, either GE Simon system, etc). Don't go with knockoff names or systems that aren't big names in the industry.
Now to the second point: the reliability of the company. When you're choosing a system, its not enough to ensure that the system is top of the line; you need to make sure that the company you go with is top of the line as well. Why? Because you're relying on this company to help you get the best product, at the best price, with valuable, dependable technical support. And you want to make sure that if something happens with your system, you have someone who knows what they're talking about that you can call for help. Some of these companies you see running around probably won't even exist in six months. Is that who you want to trust with protecting your most valuable possessions?
Ok, now we've laid ground rules, lets move on to application. How does the SmartMoney Home Security Package fare with regard to reliability?
The DSC 9047 is an incredibly reliable system, recognized as such across the industry. The accessories that come with the system are similarly state of the art, and they are all backed up by solid manufacturer warranties.
Now to the company. SafeMart offers trained tech support and customer service. The SmartMoney package is programmed for you by trained professionals with a great deal of experience in the industry. If anything goes wrong, you can be certain that SafeMart will still be there, still offering the same great service they always have. But don't take my word for it. Look at our report on the BBB (hint, we have an A+ rating), or at the Inc 5000 (annual list of the fastest growing private owned companies in the nation...yeah, we're on there!).
Labels: dsc home security, reliable home security, wireless home security
Simple home security has never been easier... no really, I mean it!
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