Creating A Guest-Friendly Home In Texas: 10 Tips To Follow

Here are 10 red flags that might make your visitors raise an eyebrow—and maybe reconsider a second visit.

If you’ve got furry friends, be sure they’re well-cared-for. A litter box that could double as a science experiment or pets that clearly aren’t thriving is a BIG no-no!

We all love animals, but your “indoor” pets need to act like they belong inside. If your dog is leaping onto guests like they’re chew toys, it’s time for a little training.

This one is non-negotiable. Guests want to know they can wash up properly, and no soap might make them wonder about your own hygiene habits. Don't be gross.

Having clean towels in your bathroom is a must. No one wants to wipe their hands on a mystery fabric hanging on the back of a chair. Or worse---their pants!

Lubbock hospitality 101: Scrub that porcelain throne. NOBODY wants to go in a grody toilet. Enough said.

A trash can that looks like it’s auditioning for Wall-E is not the vibe. Take it out before company comes over.

Clutter is one thing, but if your house resembles an episode of Hoarders, it might be time for a garage sale or three.

In Texas, we love our Second Amendment, but safety is key. Lock up those guns before the neighbors--and their kids--come knocking.

No shade if you love a good word sign, but maybe keep the clichés to a minimum. You're not a sorority girl!

Whether it’s too many knickknacks or walls covered in memorabilia, less is more. Let your guests breathe a little.

Did I hit the nail on the head, or do you have your own list of home visit deal-breakers? Let us know on the Awesome98 Facebook page—because if we can’t laugh about it, we can at least learn from it!