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    <title>I&apos;m a Kind Person. I Never Said I Was Nice.</title><link>https://kouchd.com/blog/kind-person-not-nice-person</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://kouchd.com/blog/kind-person-not-nice-person</guid><description>What opening my home taught me about generosity, boundaries, expectations, and the uncomfortable side of helping people.</description><pubDate>Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Founder Perspectives</category><category>Kindness</category><category>Boundaries</category><category>Shared Living</category><category>Houseguests</category><category>Generosity</category><category>Household Expectations</category><author>Kouchd Founder</author>
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    <title>How to split utilities with a subletter</title><link>https://kouchd.com/blog/how-to-split-utilities-with-a-subletter</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://kouchd.com/blog/how-to-split-utilities-with-a-subletter</guid><description>Explore the differences between flat-rate utility contributions and actual-usage bill splitting, why landlord consent matters, and how to keep shared records clear.</description><pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Shared living</category><category>subleases</category><category>utilities</category><category>hosts</category><category>guests</category><author>Kouchd</author>
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    <title>A Guest’s Note: What Helped Me Feel at Home</title><link>https://kouchd.com/blog/a-guests-note-about-feeling-at-home</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://kouchd.com/blog/a-guests-note-about-feeling-at-home</guid><description>A guest’s perspective on the small details that can make staying in someone else’s home feel more comfortable.</description><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Guest Perspectives</category><category>Guest Perspective</category><category>Shared Living</category><category>Houseguests</category><category>House Notes</category><author>A guest perspective</author>
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    <title>How to set clear expectations before a shared stay</title><link>https://kouchd.com/blog/set-expectations-before-a-shared-stay</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://kouchd.com/blog/set-expectations-before-a-shared-stay</guid><description>Use this practical shared-stay checklist to help hosts and guests agree on arrival, shared spaces, privacy, chores, and contributions before a visit.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Shared living</category><category>hosts</category><category>guests</category><category>house guidelines</category><author>Kouchd</author>
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    <title>How to keep a clear record of shared contributions</title><link>https://kouchd.com/blog/keep-a-clear-record-of-shared-contributions</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://kouchd.com/blog/keep-a-clear-record-of-shared-contributions</guid><description>Learn a simple way to track shared household expenses during a stay, with enough context for everyone to understand the record.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Shared living</category><category>contributions</category><category>hosts</category><category>guests</category><author>Kouchd</author>
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    <title>Welcome guests with house notes they can actually use</title><link>https://kouchd.com/blog/welcome-guests-with-useful-house-notes</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://kouchd.com/blog/welcome-guests-with-useful-house-notes</guid><description>Use this guest welcome guide checklist for arrival, Wi-Fi, shared spaces, household routines, and privacy—without overwhelming your visitors.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Hosting</category><category>hosts</category><category>house notes</category><category>guests</category><author>Kouchd</author>
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