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By Elizabeth Weintraub, About.com Guide to Home Buying / Selling

Secrets Your House Gives Away

Wednesday July 12, 2006
While your house is on the market, it's open to foot traffic. Whether occupied or vacant, you can't really control the actions of buyers coming through to inspect your house. You probably know that it's good practice to lock up or remove valuables, but do you know that everyday household items can give away oodles of information you'd probably rather not disclose? Little is confidential if prying eyes search for it. And some of what can be discovered about you could mean that you'll end up with a lower-than-list-price offer. Here is how you can protect your privacy while your home is on the market and help ensure that your secrets remain safe.

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