Many people dream of running a bed and breakfast. However this is a 24x7 job, where you have to entertain guests day in and out, throughout the year and be ready for it.
1.So it’s better to first interview some B&B owners to find out what their lives are like and if you really want that kind of a life.
2.Next you have to decide where you’d want to live and work. Whilst locations near tourist draws are the most popular options, if there is something special and alluring about a place, you could opt for an out of the way B&B.
3.Once the location is chosen, check its zoning codes and find out what has to be done to get an approval for starting a B&B. Some areas prohibit them whilst some have restrictions on the food served. If you plan to renovate an existing building, have the contractor check things out with the local building codes.
4.You have to draw a business plan; don’t expect too much of a profit as B&Bs give modest profits. Its better to discuss with other B&B owners to learn more about finances involved in running B&Bs. Find out what prices your competitors are giving so that you can be more competitive than others.
5.Whilst determining B&B room costs and expenditures, don’t forget unforeseen expenses like failure of your heating system. Include other routine costs you have to pay like insurance and property taxes.
After all this, if things turn out profitable to you, you could afford to give discounts outside peak seasons. If not, you have to decide if the B&B is worth running or not.
6.Decide how many people you will accommodate in the B&B; some B&Bs entertain only a few and others, more. In some countries, if you accommodate more people in the B&B, you have to make provisions for people with disabilities.
7.Next, create an internet presence as it is very important to be online today. Professional websites can be difficult and expensive to create; and if you create one yourself, it may not reflect the image you want to give customers. Instead, you could use blogs which are cheaper and increasingly popular today.
8.For a successful B&B, you have to effectively market your B&B. Based on how many people you can accommodate; you could contact local trade organisations to offer their members special rates.
9.Also offer discounts to delegates attending local confederacies and exhibitions. The local press also helps with your marketing. Don’t just inform them of the opening of your B&B, tell them about your half price for kids offer for the big local event. Their news will indeed draw families to your B&B.
10.Make sure all your B&B rules and rates are written down. If you don’t want to allow smoking, pets or eating in rooms, mention them. By writing these things down, you will be able to quote uniform rates and guests can also learn about your rules without bothering you with questions.
In a nutshell, to start a B&B, you need the idea, zeal and commitment to work fulltime and then with a sprinkling of reality, your dreams become a reality.
Published At: Isnare.com
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