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Friday 13th conjures up images of misfortune and mayhem to people of a superstitious temperament. But it's not all black cats and walking under ladders - superstitions also spread through to the property world.As no date on the calendar is more suitable for discussing such superstitions than Friday the 13th, so here are thirteen property superstitions from around the globe.1. The number 13This is an obvious one due to this number's traditional association with bad lack, so much so that people do not like to buy houses numbered 13. Last year, reallymoving.com carried out a study on sales of all number 13 properties. The sales of number 13 properties were distinctly below the national average for properties numbered 12 or 14. In fact, the number 13 can be seen as so unlucky that some developers do not label a floor 13 in a high-rise block, and homeowners sometimes opt for a house name rather than this dreaded number.2. Breaking mirrorsAnother popular superstition, a broken mirror signifies seven years of bad luck. This belief came from the Romans, who thought that if you broke a mirror your soul would be trapped inside for seven years. Be careful bubble wrapping those mirrors when moving!3. Leave your old broom behindA popular notion in the U.K. and America is that you should leave your old broom behind so as not to take the uncleanliness of the old place to the new one. Even without the superstition, it may be wise to buy a fresh new broom and mop anyway for your new home.4. Burning sage for protectionThe old Native American habit of burning sage in your new home to promote protection and purification is one that can be easily carried out.5. New shoes on a tableApparently, placing new shoes on a table is an ill omen, according to this old wives' tale. The saying is thought to have arisen as new shoes were often put on the dead before they were laid on a table.6. Feng ShuiThe idea of Feng Shui is not completely superstitious but this ancient Chinese practice is supposed to enhance positive energy and good luck. It's all to do with creating the perfect balance for a happy home.7. The lucky number 8In traditional Chinese thought, the number 8 is lucky, so if you're feeling particularly superstitious look for houses with this number to buy. 8. The unlucky number 4On the other hand, in Chinese culture the number 4 is the opposite of the number 8, in that it inspires bad luck and misfortune. Pronounced "Si," which means death in Chinese, it is easy to see the unlucky connection. This is on a similar level to how the Western world views the number 13. 9. Exit the door you enteredIf you want the luck of the Irish, then when you first move in you should exit your new home through the same door you entered. Keep up with this old Irish tradition to eradicate misfortune. 10. Don't walk under a ladderWe all know this superstition, and it invades people's lives on a daily basis, with some individuals never wanting to walk under rungs for fear of bad luck. This may have originated in medieval times when ladders were linked to the symbol of the gallows, and therefore, death.11. Don't open an umbrella insideThe ancient Egyptians believed that opening an umbrella inside would be offensive to the God of the Sun, as umbrellas protected people from heat. This may have been more practical for them than us here in the U.S., since we get so much more rain.12. Moving on a Friday, Saturday or rainy dayThough they are sensible days to move, Friday and Saturday are considered unlucky. Indian tradition suggests that the luckiest day is Thursday. Moving on a rainy day is unlucky in itself, as the process of keeping everything dry is a challenge. 13. Bury a statue of St Joseph in the gardenIf you want to help sell your property, bury a St Joseph statue in your garden. This superstition is believed to help get your property off the market. Once sold, don't forget to dig up the statue to keep as an ornament for your new home.For some more superstitions, check out the video above!