Buying a Hotel or Motel

Bruce Jenkins, CCIM, GRI, e-PRO

CR Commercial Realty

813-843-7193

Buying a hotel or motel can be a complicated process, even with previous experience owning and running an establishment. The business-for-sale marketplace is very dynamic. Seasoned pros and novices alike must do extensive research and preparation before diving into a deal.

Understand your requirements

One of the biggest mistakes people make when buying a business is not having a solid grasp on how it will affect their lives. It's not uncommon for hotel buyers to get so excited by the prospect of owning a new business that they rush into it without asking themselves some very important questions, such as: will owning this business lead to a lifestyle that makes me happy?

In order to get an adequate sense of what they're getting into, both experienced and first-time hotel buyers should do their homework before proceeding with a purchase by asking for in-depth information from the current owner on what it's like to run the business, reaching out for advice from other hotel owners and seriously considering what type of lifestyle they're looking for.