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If you aren't happy with your guests when you host, you need to change something.

Some people need stronger hints/nudges to contribute, if that's what you prefer.

Others would prefer that you just not put things out. They may feel like they didn't get 'full value' our of the food/beverages, and are therefore 'overpaying'.

If it's a semi-regular thing, with a basic group of the same players, why not ask those that want to eat/drink to contribute, or collect a set amount to cover from everyone. Taking out of the pot without telling people up front seems shady.

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08-19-2017 , 09:59 PM

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psandman

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Originally Posted by BigBlue56

I have always favored the idea that if your guests can't reciprocate your generosity in hosting by hosting you at their events, they should reciprocate by helping you. No reason they can't say to you .... hey I'm going to bring the food next time.... or hey let me get you some new cards.....

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08-20-2017 , 11:05 PM

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Jimulacrum

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Originally Posted by superclean

Well this isn't a party. All of these guys aren't friends and family. Food and beer isn't free. I don't have a butler to set up and clean up. I am not looking to make a profit, but I also don't feel like I should foot the bill for 30 people. Shame you won't come back, because I would never invite you.

Your loss. I'm one of the 20% of players who tip the host when I win. Hell, sometimes I even tip the host when I don't win.

But I also keep track of how much money should be in the prize pool versus the payouts, and I'd call you out on stealing immediately.

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08-21-2017 , 09:02 PM

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superclean

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I never said that I wasn't going to disclose the fee. I hope that you would not complain then. You have to have all the stuff. Pay for food and beer. Set up. Clean up. Manage the tournament. Hold the money. Always risk of damage to house and tables.

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08-21-2017 , 09:15 PM

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Jimulacrum

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Originally Posted by superclean

I agree about all of that. So let's be explicit, did you mean you were going to disclose the fee, or no?

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08-22-2017 , 09:53 AM

#31

BigBlue56

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What are your purposes for hosting?

Are you playing?

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08-22-2017 , 10:07 AM

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psandman

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Originally Posted by superclean

It's not a party? Well then what is it? A business? If so that's fine. ... but then it's not really a home poker game ..... it's an underground game you happen to put in your house.

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08-23-2017 , 04:17 PM

#33

Yacht67

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no rake lol its a home game. social hour.

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08-23-2017 , 06:26 PM

#34

superclean

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Originally Posted by Jimulacrum

I agree about all of that. So let's be explicit, did you mean you were going to disclose the fee, or no?

Yes

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08-23-2017 , 06:33 PM

#35

Kelvis

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Originally Posted by psandman

Businesses don't break even before even paying salaries.

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08-23-2017 , 06:49 PM

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psandman

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Originally Posted by Kelvis

Businesses don't break even before even paying salaries.

Many don't break even. Running a business poorly doesn't make it less of a business

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08-24-2017 , 03:20 AM

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Jimulacrum

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Originally Posted by superclean

Yes

Okay, then I misunderstood and I apologize if I came off harshly. Care to report back about how it goes/went?

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08-24-2017 , 12:16 PM

#38

Bene Gesserit

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Originally Posted by superclean

Yes

Cool. Taking a little (disclosed) to cover some expenses seems totally understandable in many situations. Most folks should be OK with that.

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08-24-2017 , 12:32 PM

#39

Kelvis

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Originally Posted by psandman

Many don't break even. Running a business poorly doesn't make it less of a business

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I figured it was obvious and therefor I didn't bother mentioning it. Businesses don't have the intention to break even before paying salaries.

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08-24-2017 , 12:35 PM

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psandman

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Originally Posted by Kelvis

I figured it was obvious and therefor I didn't bother mentioning it. Businesses don't have the intention to break even before paying salaries.

So he is a poor businessman.

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08-25-2017 , 12:15 AM

#41

superclean

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Originally Posted by Jimulacrum

Okay, then I misunderstood and I apologize if I came off harshly. Care to report back about how it goes/went?

I sure will

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