Are small home safes a good idea?

Answer by  Mable (3008)

Yes and no. A fire resistant safe protects valuables and documents from amateur thieves and from fire and smoke damage. However, they are easily removed and carried off whole by the serious criminal. They are often bolted to flooring, but then you're on the floor whenever you open it.

Answer by  Bob8478 (1040)

Small home safes are a good idea under one condition. They must be securely bolted to the floor. If they are not properly secured, they can easily be picked up by an intruder and stolen altogether. Small home safes are probably a good idea for someone seeking to safeguard money and small items.

Answer by  tamarawilhite (17883)

Small home safes are only safe if they are hidden. Otherwise, the entire safe may be stolen during a robbery. You can have a small safe in a closet if it is bolted down. You may want a locking fireproof box that can be hidden in an office or desk.