{"id":116739,"date":"2021-08-31T23:04:22","date_gmt":"2021-09-01T06:04:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/?p=116739"},"modified":"2026-04-15T02:03:12","modified_gmt":"2026-04-15T09:03:12","slug":"having-friends-over-to-your-rented-apartment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/daily-living\/having-friends-over-to-your-rented-apartment\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Things You Forgot About Having Friends Over to Your Rented Apartment"},"content":{"rendered":"

The world is almost fully open for business again! Lockdowns have eased in many countries, vaccine uptake is on the rise, and the joy of social gatherings is becoming a part of our everyday lives once again. And that means you might want to invite other people into your apartment for the first time in a year and a half.<\/p>\n

For many people around the world, lockdown measures made dinner parties, nights full of dancing and chats over a coffee a distant memory. After all this time, it\u2019s understandable that you might be questioning your hosting abilities and feeling a little anxious about re-opening your home to guests. But there\u2019s no time like the present for a comeback.<\/p>\n

To help the apartment dwellers across the world recapture their hosting mojo, we\u2019ve put together this guide highlighting four things you might have forgotten about having friends over to your rented apartment, and how you can prepare to host once again<\/p>\n

Social Gathering Can Get Messy (and Damaging)<\/h2>\n

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Remember the best party of your life? \u00a0What was the worst part of it? We\u2019re going to hazard a guess that cleaning up afterwards was right up there.<\/p>\n

Nobody likes the clean-up job the morning after a great party, whether you were all getting down on the makeshift dancefloor or having a few drinks with friends after an evening out. If you\u2019re not prepared, a few empty glasses around the apartment might be the least of your worries.<\/p>\n

Inviting people into your home for a special occasion (or even just a casual movie night) always puts your home at a little bit of risk. Paintings can get knocked off the wall. Priceless ornaments could be sent hurtling to the ground by accident. I\u2019m sure none of your guests set out to make a mess, but accidents can happen, and it\u2019s best to be aware of that. It\u2019s always important to remember that while you can trust yourself to be respectful of your space, you can\u2019t trust everyone else to treat it the same way.<\/p>\n

Remember, ground rules at home aren\u2019t just a part of lockdown life. Make sure everyone is respectful and keeps a place that isn\u2019t technically yours safe and tidy.<\/p>\n

How to prepare:<\/strong> Beyond setting some ground rules before the event begins, there are some ways you can cover yourself from the cost of more extensive accidental damage, such as opting for affordable tenant insurance coverage<\/a>. Tenant insurance keeps you and your stuff protected in the event of an accident, allowing you to relax knowing that even if your guests get a little too excited when visiting, you\u2019re covered.<\/p>\n

You Need to Warn Your Roommates<\/h2>\n

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Ah, roommates. Those brave souls you\u2019ve been locked up with for the better part of a year. You\u2019ve probably got to know each other pretty well throughout this whole experience.<\/p>\n

Well don\u2019t take this newfound friendship for granted; you still need to give your roommates plenty of warning before their home becomes a dancefloor or restaurant for the night. It\u2019s not just about the noise, it\u2019s the principle of protecting what is just as much their home as yours.<\/p>\n

You never know how a roommate might react to a host of new people walking through the door. Yes, you are within your right to have friends and family over, but some prior warning for your roommates to voice their concerns can only be good practice (especially in a COVID-sensitive world). Perhaps they\u2019re running a marathon the next day or have their final post-grad exam. You never know! A combination of politeness and clarity breeds healthy cohabitation.<\/p>\n

Most roommates will understand your need to socialize. If not, there are good ways to have difficult conversations with the people you live with, especially if they\u2019re new to the property. Be clear and honest about your needs.<\/p>\n

How to prepare<\/strong>: A simple conversation in advance should be enough for most roommates. A reminder message on the day is common courtesy, and if you\u2019re really anxious about their reaction, offer to do all the cleaning and help them move their record collection or priceless photos into another room.<\/p>\n

And Your Neighbors<\/h2>\n

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Your roommates aren\u2019t the only ones who should be aware of your party plans. Apartment life can be close-knit, and your neighbors may just be a thin wall away. If the reaction of your roommates is giving you pre-party anxiety, it\u2019ll probably make you feel better to pop next door for a quick chat.<\/p>\n

Even if your little get-together is just a nice dinner rather than a big party, good neighbors make the effort to warn others about potentially late-night music and conversation.<\/p>\n

How to prepare<\/strong>: If you can\u2019t get hold of your neighbors with a knock at the door, consider leaving a note under their door or a message in the apartment building group chat. Most people will be more than accepting of some much-needed socializing right now.<\/p>\n

You Don\u2019t Need a Huge Apartment to Be a Great Host<\/h2>\n

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We can\u2019t all be blessed with the perfect New York City loft, like we\u2019re living in a certain 90s sitcom, but a good party doesn\u2019t need an endless parade of rooms to be fun!<\/p>\n

Chances are, you\u2019re living in a less than spacious apartment, especially if you\u2019re renting alone. This can create some issues when you\u2019re trying to get everyone around a table for a lovingly cooked meal. But, furniture and smart thinking can help you achieve your dreams.<\/p>\n

Consider investing in some:<\/p>\n