Mark Joy

Restaurant Buyers: What Landlords Will Require Before Approving You to Take Over a Lease

When buying a restaurant, most buyers focus on purchase price, financing, equipment, and projected cash flow. But there is one approval that can determine whether your deal closes or collapses: The landlord. In most restaurant acquisitions, you are...

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Exit Planning for Restaurant Owners: What You Should Be Doing and Thinking About

Most restaurant owners spend years focused on operations. Food cost. Labor. Marketing. Reviews. Staffing. Vendor pricing. Lease negotiations. Very...

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How Leases and Landlords Kill Restaurant Deals

Most restaurant owners focus on revenue, food cost, labor, and profitability when thinking about selling. Buyers focus on cash flow. Lenders focus on...

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How Restaurants Are Valued: What Every Owner Must Understand Before Selling

One of the first questions restaurant owners ask is: “What is my restaurant worth?” The answer is rarely as simple as owners hope. Restaurants are...

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Complete Process of Selling Your Restaurant: What to Expect from Start to Closing

Selling a restaurant is one of the most significant financial decisions an owner will ever make. It is not simply about finding a buyer. It involves...

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