Cars, TVs, home appliances, and mobile devices are more sophisticated than ever. They can even communicate with one another. This phenomenon is known as the Internet of Things. The IoT not only makes life more convenient, but it saves time, energy, resources, and money. Furthermore, it’s just cool.

According to the FBI, a burglary occurs every 20 seconds in the U.S. That amounts to 4,800 per day. In 2014, burglars stole $3.9 billion in cash and goods. Seventy-five percent of the robberies took place in homes, and the average loss was $2,251.

Skilled tradesmen are always in high demand. Depending on your training, experience, and location, you could wind up with a six-figure income and job security for life. Best of all, most jobs in the skilled trades don’t require a bachelor’s degree. Here are three examples that might spark your interest.