Rob Them, Not Me
When you buy new and expensive items for your home, you’d prefer not to advertise them openly by leaving the packaging out in the trash for anyone to see. It’s possible that others could spot the packaging and be tempted to break in and help themselves, although this doesn’t always happen. It’s just something to keep in mind.

Whether this person is joking or not about putting their Christmas trash in their neighbor’s bin to avoid attracting burglars, it does raise a valid point about the potential ill intentions of others. However, it might not create the best impression on your neighbors, especially if they end up being targeted.