If I don't recognize the number, I do not answer. If it is important, the caller will leave a message. Put your number on the do-not-call list. It works! Also, when you receive a call you do not want, tell them not to call again. They must remove your name from their list or you can report them to the FCC and they can be fined.
I have also taken the time to get myself off mailing lists. For magazines and catalogs, I call them and tell them to "delete my name from their records." When I receive something in the mail that has an envelope with prepaid postage, I circle my name and address and write the same thing, then mail it back to them on their dollar.
It took a little time at first, but I receive very little junk mail.
Last edited by paoberle; 08-10-2017 at 04:01 AM.