First, just look at the address. Does it make sense? A house number of "0" or a zip code that’s 00000? Red flag, my friend. Red flag the size of Texas.
Try typing it into Google Maps. If the pin drops in the middle of a lake or a vacant lot, you’ve got your answer. Protip: Street View is your nosy neighbor. Use it.
Does the city and state match the zip code? You can check that on the USPS website in 2 seconds. It’s a tiny step that saves massive headaches. Seriously, do it.
Phone a Friend (Or Just Look Online)
If your gut says "nope," Google the address. Put it in quotes: "123 Main St, Springfield." See what pops up. Is it a known business? A vacant building? Nothing at all?
Check for reviews of that address. People love to complain about terrible neighbors or creepy packages. You might see "Help! My mail keeps going to this abandoned house!" That’s a hard pass.
And if it’s a PO Box, you’re in luck. PO Boxes are inherently verified by the post office. But still, Google the box number to see if it's linked to a known scam. Paranoia: it’s a feature, not a bug.
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