Home security is a major concern for many Pennsylvania residents, especially in light of the recent spike in property crimes in the Keystone State. According to the Pennsylvania State Police, there were 41,409 burglaries reported in 2022, an increase of 9.3% from the previous year. While some burglaries are random and opportunistic, others are planned and targeted by savvy criminals who know where to look for valuables. If you think you have a clever hiding spot for your cash, jewelry, or other precious items, you may want to think again. Here are seven ‘secret spots’ that burglars check first when invading Pennsylvania homes.