DANGER

When writing about "for sale by owner" properties, we almost always forget about the dangerous world we live in. We routinely speak of the difficulty one experiences in selling his own property; and we never forget about the high percentage of litigious situations people get themselves into when attempting the sale of real estate.

But we seem to forget about the danger in allowing parties unfettered access to one's home! Not only are there countless charlatans out there; but SO many people are now out on the streets who have been in mental institutions in the past. And so many MORE who are obsessed with drugs and alcohol. And even more who are sex offenders!

So, just how stupid is the guy who puts his property on the market by himself, then goes to work and lets his wife show the property to whoever shows up at the door!!! Does this make any sense?