How to prepare your home for guests.

By Terra Nelson

Be guest ready with this guide! 

THE KITCHEN

Add a coffee station. Coffee (with cream and sugar out) donuts,  breakfast bars & mugs.

THE KITCHEN

Know your guests' diet restrictions or allergies ahead of time so you can plan to have snacks and meals that everyone can enjoy.

THE KITCHEN

If they have kids, ask if you can pick up anything from the store for them, such as milk and yogurt

THE living room

Label remotes or include a sheet of instructions on how to navigate your entertainment system

THE living room

Have games easily accessible.

THE living room

Drape a cozy throw over the sofa or a chair for extra warmth.

THE entry way

Add a storage bench where guests can remove boots and shoes.

THE entry way

Have a candle or scent there. This is the first impression of your home.

THE entry way

Add extra hooks to walls so guests can hang coats and hats. Clear out all clutter.