Garage sales are generally safe. HOWEVER, here are some precautions.

• Do not advertise garage sales as a "moving sale;" this implies that the house may be vacant for extended periods of time.

• Do not answer personal questions about the house such as type of alarm, daytime occupancy, etc.

• Do not let people inside (to use the bathroom, phone, etc.)

• Hide or destroy boxes from computers, TV's, VCR's, etc. Don't advertise that you own such items.