Friends and family members coming in for the big
Thanksgiving meal — or just a long weekend — will need a place to stay, and
your second room or even the couch may be their destination.
We want to be sure to respect and protect our neighbors
by making sure that our guests are following the rules of the apartment
community.
Do a quick
orientation. If your pool is heated or the spa is available, let your guest
know the hours of operation and the rules. Do the same for the gym and business
center or other amenities. Ask the community manager if you need to escort them
in those areas or if they can have a guest pass.
Give them a spare
key. Don’t make your guests contact the management to get in. If it makes
sense, offer them a key to come and go.
Identify guest
parking. Most communities have limited guest parking. If you offer your
family your parking space, be sure to let the apartment manager know. If your
community offers guest parking passes, request one now.
Leave the Wi-Fi
password. Don’t make your guests look for unsecured WiFi from neighbors.
Post the password up in the kitchen or near their bed so it’s easy to locate
and use.
Be a great host.
Clean out some space in the bathroom. Add soaps or travel size versions of
necessities, such as toothpaste and shampoo. Invest in a couple of new towels
and washcloths if yours are aging. Share magazines like Phoenix Magazine and Sunset
to inspire friends and family to explore your community.