This recent post in the NWMLS for agents and brokers highlights one of the security issues that can come up when trying to sell a house.
Warning to King County Agents and Brokers
September 10, 2007. MESSAGE from King County Sheriff’s office: an unidentified white female stops by houses for sale asking the homeowner(s) to see the house. She has stolen wallets (sometimes right out of the victim’s purse) and/or jewelry. Recent incidents have occurred in White Center, Boulevard Park, Skyway, Burien, & SeaTac. A few incidents earlier this year occurred in unincorporated Renton & Auburn. The description: Caucasian, 30-50 years old, brown hair, 5’4” to 5’9”, thin build, sometimes wears lots of makeup. Associated with several vehicles: blue, gray, or silver American model 4-door sedans. Sometimes by herself; other times accompanied by another white female or tall black male. Detectives are working hard to identify this female & her accomplices. If you come across anyone meeting this description, please report to your local police.