The In-laws are Coming: A Guide to Understanding Their Limited-Edition Obsessions

You've got an in-law who's obsessed with collecting antique door knobs? That's cute. But when they're on their fifth limited-edition toaster, it's time to stage an intervention.

Here are the top five things you need to know about your in-law's limited-edition marketing tricks:

• 1. Spotting the Early Bird Collector: They're like vultures, but with more polyester
• 3. Understanding the Scammers' Art of Justifying Anything: It's like they're trying to sell you a timeshare
• 4. Recognizing the Signs of a Collectible Addict: They're hoarding your socks, too, aren't they?
• 5. Developing a Strategy to Cope with the Constant Sales Pitches: Just say 'I'm good'