Recent content by Dcalfee

In doing my homework before buying a B and B, I have noticed here in the US that no one has weekly rates. Do any of you offer discounts for a week or month? Or do travelers never stay for a full week?

I do already have fnancing in place, thank goodness. I have designed and built 2 of my previous homes by not using a builder. I hired and worked with sub contractors daily so I do know what you mean by everything costing twice what you think. Bummer, huh? And dont forget all work takes twice as...

I've heard the horror stories, now tell me WHY you own a B and B. What are the joys??

Thanks, guys for all the helpful info! Yes I know its a lot of work and a lifestyle change. I have 3 books I'm reading now that are very helpful and I am shadowing at a B and B this week. I've written my business plan. I'm having estimates on the work that needs to be done at the prospective...

I am in Florida. Does anyone know of Seminars, or Workshops that I can go to. Of course I want to find out so much more before I buy an Inn or B&B. I would love to spend the weekend at an inn and see firsthand behind the scenes and day to day workings. Anyone?

Thanks for all the advise. Yes is is running now as a B&B. The owners are ill and the price is low. I have run businesses and I have had lots of rental apartments. I am just in the very early stages of learning. Maybe is isnt for me , but I want to find that out. I am checking with the county...

My husband and I are considering buying a B and B in our town. We live in a beautiful home on a lake 5 minutes from the prospective property, that we can't bear to give up. My question is , Does anyone not live in their B and B? This is an 1890's victorian with 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. I...