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Running a Bed & Breakfast For Dummies :
All the tools you need to start and run a profitable
B&B
Do you dream of owning a B&B? This friendly, practical
guide shows you how to make your dream a reality, with
expert advice on everything from writing a business
plan and finding the right location to handling situations
you will encounter as an innkeeper. You'll make your
guests feel at home, keep your inn in tip-top shape,
and ensure your long-term success!
Understand B&B basics — get an overview of
the business and see if you have the skills (and the
desire!) to succeed
Find a place to call home — choose the location,
style, and size of your ideal B&B
Transition from visitor to owner — create your
business plan, secure financing, make an offer, and
protect your investment
Get ready for your guests — organize your recordkeeping,
set room rates and policies, furnish your inn, and market
your services
Set the breakfast scene — decide the style of
breakfast to offer, accommodate guests' needs and restrictions,
create signature dishes, and serve refreshments and
snacks
Handle day-to-day operations — take reservations,
make your guests feel welcome, hire employees, and maintain
your inn
Take your business to the next level — assess
your success, expand your market, increase profit, and
prevent burnout
Open the book and find:
How to transition an existing B&B or start from
scratch
The biggest problems new B&Bs encounter —
and how to avoid them
The best ways to furnish your inn
Tips for saving time cleaning and preparing breakfast
What you must know to design and update your Web site
Tried-and-tested sample menus and recipes
Ways to guarantee a return guest
How to get extra help when you need it
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