[Flashpoint]

I have never had anyone I know come to my front door without calling or texting first.

As a result, when the doorbell rings it's either a salesperson, or a charity requesting donations. On rare occasions, it'll be a neighbor asking why their car was towed (they didn't get one of the 40,000 letters about street cleaning), or if I've seen their dog (I haven't).

I therefore avoid answering the door. It's a similar principle to not having a landline, and not picking up unknown numbers on the cell. If it's something "official" it'll be mailed, or they'll leave a message. If it's an emergency, screaming will accompany the banging of the front door.

My time at home is important, and not to be wasted on salespersons.