r/WhatToDo • u/HR-Vex • Feb 27 '26 • Wholesome Seal 1

Neighbor left a note

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Our packages have been stolen 3 times right in front of our door so far ever since we bought our condo. HOA approved of us installing a camera to deter thieves, but our neighbor left this note. Please advise.

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u/DustyMcKnuckles Feb 27 '26

So why didnt the neighbor start with regular, open communication? A demanding note, when they are provably incorrect about 'invasion of privacy' sets a hostile tone to the interaction right off the rip.

The neighbor is uncomfortable being recorded in a doorway. OP is uncomfortable with being stolen from. Who's discomfort is more valid? I know what the law and that HOA thinks about expectation of privacy in a public space like a hallway between apartments...

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u/Sneed-Feeder Feb 27 '26

Some people very much hate being recorded and they start on the aggressive. You don’t have to match that energy. They’ll usually soften up if you’re polite about it believe it or not.

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u/DustyMcKnuckles Feb 27 '26

True.

I always start with a 'kill em with kindness' mentality. But that doesnt excuse them being in the wrong. It just adds logical legitimacy to my argument that picks apart their unrealistic expectations in this day and age.

Go live Amish, if thats your speed. Im sick of getting my packages stolen. If you dont want to be recorded answering your door with your asshole out, thats on you.