I have noticed in recent years that more folks are doing this. I have to get rid of a lot of stuff I've piled up over the years so I can move soon. Since I am unable to physically move alot of things, & have no way to haul the larger things, I believe that I'll get the stuff out in the yard or at least to the porch & put a large sign that says "free." Hopefully, it'll magically disappear.