Inn the beginning. So you want to open a B & B ; Deciding on the location and style of your B & B -- Transitioning from inn goer to inn owner. Creating the plan for your business ; Purchasing an existing B & B ; Starting a new inn from scratch -- Getting ready for guests. Organizing your record-keeping ; Setting rates and establishing policies ; B & B marketing 101 ; Furnishing your inn ; Making breakfast a memorable meal -- Up and running : day-to-day operations. Communicating with potential guests and taking reservations ; Taking care of guests ; Maintaining your inn ; Getting help when you need it -- Taking it beyond breakfast and the basics. Assessing your success and building on it ; Keeping your most important asset (you) fine-tuned. Looking into your future -- The part of tens. Ten cleaning tips to save time, money, and your inn ; Ten ways to guarantee a return guest.
Summary
Running a Bed & Breakfast For Dummies provides professional advice for those interested in starting and running a successful B & B or inn. The information included covers everything from finding the perfect location to determining what to charge and establishing a budget.
