Yard Sale Safety...

Yard Sale Safety

Yard sales are fun, and a great way to make money, but don't let a good idea turn into a bad day. Here are a few tips on how to have a safe yard sale:

• Have enough help to keep track of all the people and your property. If someone steals your stuff, don't risk confrontation. It's not worth getting injured, just call the police.
• Don't keep a lot of money on you. Have $20 in change and lock the rest in the house.
• Keep your most expensive items together and near you. In some cases, you may want to display a picture and only display the item upon request.
• Make sure your house and garage are secure. Someone may try to sneak in a back door while you're busy elsewhere.
• Don't display items or extension cords that could cause someone to trip and fall.
• And finally, don't sell any items that are marked with your social security number. Check for money and important papers in purses and clothes before you set them out.