If you're reading this, you probably have something valuable hidden in your house in the "perfect" hiding spot. Well, think again, it's probably the first place burglars are looking at when they break into your home.

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Put yourself in a burglar's shoes, what's the first place you would look for something of value to steal?

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How Common Is Burglary In Louisiana?

According to the website Neighborhood Scout, Louisiana had 22,850 burglaries and 89,052 cases of theft last year.

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Reader’s Digest interviewed Chris McGoey of McGoey Security Consulting and Robert Siciliano, a security analyst with Hotspot Shield, and asked them what places in the home people should reconsider hiding their valuables.

10 'Secret Spots' Burglars Check First When Invading Louisiana Homes

10. Suitcases

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Photo by American Green Travel on Unsplash
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9. Vases

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Photo by Chloe Bolton on Unsplash
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8. Freezers

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Photo by Dev Benjamin on Unsplash
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 7. Office Drawers

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Photo by Maksym Kaharlytskyi on Unsplash
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6. Liquor Cabinet

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Photo by Chastity Cortijo on Unsplash
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5. Medicine Cabinets

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Photo by Nathan Dias on Unsplash
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4. Unattached Safes Or Lockboxes

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3. Dresser Drawers

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Photo by Juan Smith on Unsplash
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2. Closets - Especially in the Main Bedroom

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Photo by Becca McHaffie on Unsplash
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1. Under The Mattress

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Photo by Spacejoy on Unsplash
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Great Hiking Trails in Louisiana

If you are interested in getting some exercise and fresh air, taking a hike should be on your list of things to do. Here is a list of some great trails in Louisiana.

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