Any brilliant solutions? What do I do about people who say they are going to come over and pick up freebies I am giving away on Craigslist, but then NEVER show up or even call.?

Any brilliant solutions? What do I do about people who say they are going to come over and pick up freebies I am giving away on Craigslist, but then NEVER show up or even call.?
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I would tell them first come, first served, and put it out on the lawn for them to pick up at their convenience.
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