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I used Craigslist extensively for a 2 month trial period this past winter. I featured well designed ads, with photos, and changed the ad style frequently. Really gave it our best shot. In turn, the majority of those guests were 'deal seekers' and were not our favorite types of guests. They often...

Hi there, we are the Innkeepers for absente owners here. We carry our own insurance and also have wokers comp insurance on our company name. We have done this with our previous job too. We build the previous B&B business up by 35% and at that time the owners sold the business. That is why we are...

Hi Seashanty, yes of course would we make exceptions. We do make clear to the guest through the confirmation letter that they are more than willing to bring their own house shoes. The winter is for us the messiest season by a long shot. Snow, sand and dirt is a constant challenge during that time.

I wonder if any of you have an indoor shoe-free policy for your guests? We mention such on our website, and reiterate it in our confirmation. We invite people to bring their own slippers or they can borrow a pair from our recently laundered selection. It sure saves on the floor and carpet use...

Thanks to everyone for the great comments. I now have a new phrase: "It's complimentary."

Sometimes reservation inquires include guests wanting a discount for choosing not to have breakfast. When I get this question, I reply: "Sir/Madam: You know when you stay in a hotel that has a pool or exercise room, and you choose not to use those amenities? Well, it's your choice not to use...

So in your breakdown, are you the 37% labour that you listed? No way would we be the 37% labour. We are paid a salary. The family ( ownerns) do the final bookkeeping and propably take some money out of the company. This whole issue came up, because the owners think they should make a great...

Hi all, my wife and I are the resident Innkeeper of the #1 B&B in Whistler according to Trip advizer. We have 8 bedrooms, can sleep up to 16 people, and the two of us do 80% of all the work. The owners do look after the big maintenace issues and the marketing. We do serve a full breakfast with...

Hello. Does anyone have a breakdown of an operational budget for a B&B? I've come across the following and wonder how accurate/realistic it is: Food 23% Labour 37% Overhead 30% Profit 10% Thank you for any and all comments. Fritz in Whistler, BC