<p>All the tools you need to start and run a profitable B&B</p><p>Do you dream of owning a B&B? This friendly, practical guide shows you how to make your dream a reality, with expert advice on everything from writing a business plan and finding the right location to handling situations you will encounter as an innkeeper. You'll make your guests feel at home, keep your inn in tip-top shape, and ensure your long-term success!<ul> <li><p>Understand B&B basics ? get an overview of the business and see if you have the skills (and the desire!) to succeed</li> <li><p>Find a place to call home ? choose the location, style, and size of your ideal B&B</li> <li><p>Transition from visitor to owner ? create your business plan, secure financing, make an offer, and protect your investment</li> <li><p>Get ready for your guests ? organize your recordkeeping, set room rates and policies, furnish your inn, and market your services </li> <li><p>Set the breakfast scene ? decide the style of breakfast to offer, accommodate guests' needs and restrictions, create signature dishes, and serve refreshments and snacks</li> <li><p>Handle day-to-day operations ? take reservations, make your guests feel welcome, hire employees, and maintain your inn</li> <li><p>Take your business to the next level ? assess your success, expand your market, increase profit, and prevent burnout</li></ul><p>Open the book and find:<ul> <li><p>How to transition an existing B&B or start from scratch</li> <li><p>The biggest problems new B&Bs encounter ? and how to avoid them</li> <li><p>The best ways to furnish your inn</li> <li><p>Tips for saving time cleaning and preparing breakfast</li> <li><p>What you must know to design and update your Web site</li> <li><p>Tried-and-tested sample menus and recipes</li> <li><p>Ways to guarantee a return guest</li> <li><p>How to get extra help when you need it</li></ul>