Many people are selling off possessions to raise cash. Some use traditional advertising while others are turning to the internet as their advertising option.
The statistics are stacking over internet advertising and selling items from homes. It is very easy for criminals to target homeowners who advertise items for sale.
I was on my way to a showing appointment listening to a news broadcast on satellite radio. It was surprising the number of robberies that have happened to people selling furniture, jewelry, cars, motorcycles and other personal belongings.
Most real estate agents know about personal security but few homeowners think about advertising and security for themselves and their families. Being anxious to convert a seldom used item into cash is exciting. You get a call, make an appointment and show the buyer your items and they hand you money. What's better than that? One other part of the transaction, many times the advertising is free!
Police are starting to take a look at internet crimes with a closer eye. This has not been a focus because of resources and training. This is less likely to happen with E-bay because you never meet the buyer, normally.
Consider selling your goods but control the location. For example a public place, not inside your home. Maybe on a weekend and have the items in your garage. Look at a consignment shop as an option, if you don't have a garage. You can still advertise but have them go to wherever you have the item.
The number of crimes related to the internet is going to go higher as it's use increases. Giving some thought to security before you set a selling appointment for your goods may be one of the smartest things you can do other than call a real estate professional if you are going to sell your home.
Advertising and Security issues have changed because of using the internet for your advertising option.
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