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How to Host a Traveler: 13 Tips to Keep it Safe, Easy, and Cheap

Posted February 12, 2009 - 05:22 by David DeFranza

Frugal Living, Lifestyle

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Here at Wise Bread, we know that couch-sharing services, such as Couch Surfing, can save you money when traveling. As good as this sounds, many have reservations about hosting strangers in their home. After all, house guests can be frustrating, expensive, and even dangerous. But it doesn't have to be this way. Here are some tips to help make hosting travelers safer, easier, and even cheaper.

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Saving money while hosting guests

Posted August 9, 2007 - 11:29 by Andrea Dickson

Frugal Living

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Having just spent the last 48 hours desperately scrubbing my home from top-to-bottom in anticipation of the arrival of some house guests, I appreciated The Simple Dollar's post this morning about how to prepare (and save money) when you are expecting overnight visitors. Hosting is fun, but it can be pricey. Here are some ideas for making guests feel welcome without breaking the bank.

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