Impersonating traders to buy used furniture

The customer who is selling used furniture is deceived by being told that they are traders and want to buy all the furniture. They negotiate the price with you. They gather items that are smaller in size but more valuable, such as antiques, collectibles, or microwaves, etc. They leave the large items behind. They tell the owner of the goods that there are workers and trucks coming to load the furniture, and they have the money, and you will get your payment plus a tip. They try to distract the owner by asking them to dismantle rooms or check for any personal belongings. During these minutes, they trick the owner and escape with the small and valuable items.