I had a wonderful here in Chicago. If you are doing internship or studying abroad, Maria's house is a fantastic opportunity to meet other people from all over the world. I learned a lot about different cultures. If you want a host who acts as a ghost, this listing is not for you. She is very involved with her guests. This helps foster a homestay-oriented environment, which I appreciated.
Maria also cooks dinner for you do you don't need to do any grocery shopping or cooking yourself. I don't like cooking, so this was a very big plus for me.
Finally, Maria like to keep a tidy home and regularly cleans. You are expected to contribute to this cleanliness as well. Wash your dishes and keep your washroom tidy and you will have no problems.