HOUSTON – It’s that time of year again: for you to hide your stuff (or gifts) from porch pirates.
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We all know how pesky porch pirates can be, and a recent study showed that in Texas, there’s a higher probability of thieves targeting packages.
Researchers from “The Action Network” looked at Google searches by seeing what keywords were most sought after including “porch pirates,” and “stolen packages.” They narrowed their findings down to name Texas the worst state overall for porch piracy, with a nearly 30% implied probability of packages being stolen.
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The data also found at least 5% of Texans reported their packages stolen within the last 3 months.
Whether you want to believe the study or not, there are some preventative measures you can take to keep porch pirates from canceling your Christmas. KPRC 2 Investigates reporter Amy Davis recently talked to us about new fees many online shoppers are encountering at checkout: Order Protection.
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Order protection or order coverage is essentially package insurance. The company OrderProtection.com partners with retailers to offer coverage for stolen, lost, or damaged packages. We noticed these fees added to purchases automatically.
With package theft on the rise and the probability exacerbated in Texas, it’s no surprise businesses are introducing measures like Order Protection. But before you pay extra, check if you’re already covered by your shipping provider or credit card.