Being a happy hostess involves a little more effort than just pulling out the foldout couch. To help make visits more pleasant for everyone involved (including you!), these tips will help make your houseguests feel at home.

1. Set a specific start and end date for the visit.
Whether your husband has a big work project coming up or you’re planning an out-of-town trip, let your guests know when you’ll be ready for them and when you’ll need them to leave. “A good host can become a bad host very quickly when guests overstay their welcome”.

2. Be a prepared hostess.
Call to confirm the dates of their trip a week before. Inquire about any food allergies or restricted diets.

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