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It takes a special kind of person to successfully buy a B&B. Even someone experienced in other forms of business won’t be able to simply waltz in and take over. This is the kind of venture that starts best as a dream. You have to truly want it, especially if you plan to be using your very own home. Even experienced B&B owners are encouraged to acquire outside information from time to time. Guests continuously change over time and so do their requirements.




One of the most common mistakes people make when they buy a B&B is buying the wrong piece of property. Often the regular upkeep of a large property or the maintenance of an older one can become overwhelming to those just starting out. Most B&B’s don’t start turning a large profit in the first year. It takes time to work your way up when you have overhead and staff expenses. Property expenses are high, consider them carefully. Running a bed and breakfast is not as simple as catering to guests. It goes much deeper beyond that common misconception.




It’s important to be realistic about your strengths and weaknesses. Knowing and understanding your limits can save you time, money and trouble later on. There are a number of seminars available on how to buy a B&B as well as courses and programs. You may find these to be helpful as they can point out aspects you may have overlooked and supply tips and advice that may prove useful later. And for the completely clueless it can give you that much needed push in the right direction. Make sure you know what resources are available to you and take advantage of all information. It can be just what you need to succeed as an innkeeper.


A little inside knowledge, and some action, could be all that is standing between broken dreams and a "For Sale" sign on the lawn, or a "No Vacancy" sign!

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There was a series of events with struggling b&b owner/operators that resulted in us publishing this information. To read that complete adventure, click here

We wish you the best

The Farnhams (Patricia and Robert)
(authors of "Bed and Breakfast Profits)
(We ADORE Bed & Breakfasts)






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There are some sources of information that say being a bed and breakfast owner is one of the most satisfying jobs. For the type of person who would prefer a stay at home job this could be right up their alley. Not only does it allow you to stay at home but you also get the experience of being your own boss (read the complete b&b article.)




Do You Have What It Takes To Become A Successful,
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Readers Comments

Hello
Thanks very, very much. I found your information to be insightful. After plooding through many books on this subject I was pleased to find your information to be unique and as advertised. I simply hadn't considered many of the issues you describe. I'm now prepared to go ahead with our b and b plans. We will let you know when we open. I have a post-it note on my computer screen to remind me what my #1 priority must be.
Well worth the money

Barron G.

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