Needless expense to some, already paid itself for me

Blueface,

It certainly was a worthwhile investment.

I'm just beginning the process of researching a security and monitoring system for my house that can be monitored by a 3rd party company, but that I can also monitor myself via iphone or or other internet-connected device.

I am interested in finding out what research resources you used in the process of making your decision, and hearing any other advice you may have.

If you are willing to help a newbie home security DIYer get started would you please private message me.

Thanks