Bed and Breakfast Purchase

Bed and Breakfast Purchase

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Hello,

I already own two bed and breakfasts, which I have been managing for several years. When I initially purchased these properties, the mortgage was based solely on the real estate, with the business value being incidental.

I am currently in the process of acquiring a $2 million, 5 bedroom bed and breakfast located in a downtown area in PA. Annual revenue is 300k. We could add two rooms. This property is a historic home and is fully operational. It appears that a significant portion of the business's value lies in its name, website, marketing, furnishings and other intangible assets. We are buying the building itself, furnishings etc not transferring their Llc.

I have not previously applied for a loan that encompasses both the business and the real estate. The seller has requested that we differentiate between the property value and the business value in the agreement of sale. I understand that the current real estate is under-assessed and that the taxes will increase if we declare a higher property value, but this might be necessary.

Can anyone give input on how to accurately determine the business value versus the property value. Additionally, I would appreciate any advice on obtaining a loan that covers both the property and the business. While I am aware that an SBA loan is an option, I am considering alternatives as we have not yet filed our 2023 taxes and may not do so before applying for this loan. Our goal is to secure the best possible loan-to-value (LTV) ratio, ideally around 80%. Is there DSCR for Bed and Breakfasts?

Thank you in advance for your assistance and recommendations.

Best regards,

[Your Name]

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  • Accountant · San Diego, CA · Member since 2019 · 1k+ posts · 552 votes
    2y

    Hello John, 

    In short you want to value the business based on the EBITDA, or earnings before interest, taxes, deprecation and amortization. You want to compare this EBITDA across all other bed and breakfast businesses. since you already own two, you have an unfair advantage in that you can compare this one your considering buying with yours, and see if its a fair price you are paying. you can also breakdown your expenses and compare them with the business your looking to buy to see if you can force appreciate value by creating more earnings. 

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