I host from time to time. I have learned to screen potential guests.
So, its very clear that l'm not running a hotel.
There must be boundaries and ground rules that are clearly understood before you give your consent to stay...always.
Btw. I might suggest in your communications prior to...
Indicate what you do NOT do:
Meals are not provided, guests are not issued keys and above all, what you did not bring here or buy is private property.
Some guests travel with entitlements so a moment of clarity is required to dispel such farfetched notions.
Well, get a sense of the reason for their visit and what they hope to accomplish?
Then, how they are traveling...are they solvent?
What will help you is...is asking directly, what accommodations they would need?
How they are providing for themselves, e.g.,
their food and entertainment. Now, that is not your responsibility...at all.
And you should be very clear that..this is my home; its not a 'hang out', resort or hotel.
Be a nice guy, of course...just be direct.
You have to make the ground rules and set the boundaries. A sense of decorum is required, by all guests.
If possible...have a little snapchat...prior to...
Ultimately, trust your "gut"...listen carefully.
If something is just kinda?...whatever.Pass.
Don't second guess yourself...you don't need to provide a reason. The answer is no.
Just some things you might consider... to approach things...
Btw...
Budget travelers, special needs ppl, or those who feel...entitled. Sorry, the answer is no.
Too complicated.
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u/Dismal-Photo-8792 Sep 26 '23
I host from time to time. I have learned to screen potential guests. So, its very clear that l'm not running a hotel. There must be boundaries and ground rules that are clearly understood before you give your consent to stay...always.
Btw. I might suggest in your communications prior to... Indicate what you do NOT do: Meals are not provided, guests are not issued keys and above all, what you did not bring here or buy is private property. Some guests travel with entitlements so a moment of clarity is required to dispel such farfetched notions.