The B and B Lady http://www.thebandblady.com/ en Copyright 2010 Sun, 01 Nov 2009 19:09:19 -0700 http://www.sixapart.com/movabletype/?v=4.32-en http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss The Value of Innkeeper Quarters For A B&B A tent slipped into the trees along the lake, curled up in front of the stove, tucked into a large closet, or stuffed into an unfinished basement. Sounds like some interesting travel experiences, doesn't it. But it really describes various living conditions innkeepers have subjected themselves in the aim of creating a viable bed and breakfast business.

]]> http://www.thebandblady.com/the-value-of-innkeeper-quarters-for-a-bb.html http://www.thebandblady.com/the-value-of-innkeeper-quarters-for-a-bb.html Buying and Selling a Bed and Breakfast Sun, 01 Nov 2009 19:09:19 -0700 B&B Consulting Job Reviews: Going Green in the Housekeeping Department Several of my consulting jobs have revolved around the volatile subject of housekeeping. I'm combining several discussions about cleaning and housekeeping for this article.

]]> http://www.thebandblady.com/bb-consulting-job-reviews-going-green-in-the-housekeeping-department.html http://www.thebandblady.com/bb-consulting-job-reviews-going-green-in-the-housekeeping-department.html Environmental Fri, 28 Aug 2009 06:00:00 -0700 B&B Consulting Job Reviews: Going Green in the Laundry Room Each consulting job I've had has taught me how differently everyone approaches their lodging business. You can be sure their approach to greening their properties is unique too. Let me share highlights of various consulting jobs I've had. This article covers greening the laundry room.

]]> http://www.thebandblady.com/bb-consulting-job-reviews-going-green-in-the-laundry-room.html http://www.thebandblady.com/bb-consulting-job-reviews-going-green-in-the-laundry-room.html Environmental Thu, 20 Aug 2009 18:06:47 -0700 Bed & Breakfast Browser 2.0 Hello,

We recently redeveloped and relaunched Bed & Breakfast Browser (http://www.bbbrowser.com). Innkeepers can now submit and manage their own listing
details and photos. Inngoers can write reviews and upload their own photos.

What makes our directory different than nearly all others is that we do not charge fees. The idea is that by not charging fees, we can build the
largest, most in-depth B&B directory, for the benefit of inngoers (with that will come success for the innkeepers). The playing field on our site
is level. Any innkeeper who wants to upload a 100 photos can do so. And we will be glad to receive dissatisfied reviews from inngoers without the
pressure of having accepted $200 from the listing B&B. Transparent, free, and useful is the idea.

We are interested in feedback on the new site and our "without limitations" approach (eventually the site will be tastefully supported by Google
AdSense in case anybody was wondering). We also would like to get word about our relaunch out to inngoers and innkeepers alike.

Thank you for reading.

]]> http://www.thebandblady.com/bed-breakfast-browser-20.html http://www.thebandblady.com/bed-breakfast-browser-20.html Technology Mon, 17 Aug 2009 13:36:49 -0700 B&B Consulting Job Reviews: Today's Real Estate Market Contrary to popular opinion there is lending money available. Its availability is for prime buyers and properties, even more so now than ever before. It's your challenge to make sure you are in one of those categories if you want to make the change that has you reading this article.

]]> http://www.thebandblady.com/bb-consulting-job-reviews-todays-real-estate-market.html http://www.thebandblady.com/bb-consulting-job-reviews-todays-real-estate-market.html Buying and Selling a Bed and Breakfast Sun, 05 Apr 2009 19:11:08 -0700 B&B vs. Rental property I am looking at purchasing a house to convert into a weekend scrapbook retreat. I am trying to determine whether I can rent it as rental property or if I have to set up business as a B&B. Do you have any suggested reading or websites to help me decide?? Or any advice on where to go to find out local regulations? I am in Denton County in Texas.

]]> http://www.thebandblady.com/bb-vs-rental-property.html http://www.thebandblady.com/bb-vs-rental-property.html Conducting Research Thu, 19 Feb 2009 23:02:52 -0700 B&B Consulting Job Reviews: Benchmarking and Market Niche Consulting jobs always teach me something. And I love that. I guess that's part of the reason I still consult; each job builds on the last and each subsequent client benefits from the previous ones. My last several consulting jobs have followed the same pattern, but with the economy as it is the situations have been more poignant than usual.

]]> http://www.thebandblady.com/bb-consulting-job-reviews-benchmarking-and-market-niche.html http://www.thebandblady.com/bb-consulting-job-reviews-benchmarking-and-market-niche.html Daily Operations Sun, 15 Feb 2009 14:31:43 -0700 Dream Lifestyle Opportunity Available at the Gallant Manor... Dear B&B enthusiast,

Don't buy any B&B before you check out this amazing opportunity!

How would you like to own an expansive 9,857 square feet mansion in a great Beach tourist town?

]]> http://www.thebandblady.com/dream-lifestyle-opportunity-available-at-the-gallant-manor.html http://www.thebandblady.com/dream-lifestyle-opportunity-available-at-the-gallant-manor.html Selling a B&B Wed, 07 Jan 2009 13:55:28 -0700 Business Plan Consulting Hi Kit;
Your web site is terrific. More than I can digest. If I were to send you a proposed business plan for an aspiring B&B owner would you have time to peruse it and give us your thoughts? Also what are your rates for consultation?
Regards
Rich and Jen

]]> http://www.thebandblady.com/business-plan-consulting.html http://www.thebandblady.com/business-plan-consulting.html Conducting Research Thu, 04 Dec 2008 14:28:02 -0700 Business Trends for 2009 Want to know what you're in for during the next 6-18 months? When the statisticians who look at lodging trends all the time say they don't know what to expect you know we are in for some interesting times. And I hope this use of interesting isn't like the old Chinese curse.

]]> http://www.thebandblady.com/business-trends-for-2009.html http://www.thebandblady.com/business-trends-for-2009.html Statistics and Trends Tue, 25 Nov 2008 12:09:20 -0700 Interview Questions To Ask Your Real Estate Agent, Part 4 This is the last installation of the four-part series and covers the issue of the buying process itself. The process varies depending on location, agent and parties involved. My intention here is to give you an idea of what can happen and what to expect. Your agent will help fine tune the process from here.

]]> http://www.thebandblady.com/interview-questions-to-ask-your-real-estate-agent-part-4.html http://www.thebandblady.com/interview-questions-to-ask-your-real-estate-agent-part-4.html Buying and Selling a Bed and Breakfast Sun, 26 Oct 2008 06:00:00 -0700 Interview Questions To Ask Your Real Estate Agent, Part 3 In this continuation of the four-part series on questions to ask your B&B Broker read about lenders, inspections and allocation. It doesn't sound like much, but it's important, especially the last two questions, with associated discussion.

]]> http://www.thebandblady.com/interview-questions-to-ask-your-real-estate-agent-part-3.html http://www.thebandblady.com/interview-questions-to-ask-your-real-estate-agent-part-3.html Buying and Selling a Bed and Breakfast Sun, 19 Oct 2008 06:00:00 -0700 Interview Questions To Ask Your Real Estate Agent, Part 2 This is the second in a series of questions to ask your B&B Broker. Getting good help as you buy, or sell, your B&B inn is just good business. It's smart to let a professional help guide you through the maze of questions and issues that you'll face in buying a bed and breakfast

]]> http://www.thebandblady.com/interview-questions-to-ask-your-real-estate-agent-part-2.html http://www.thebandblady.com/interview-questions-to-ask-your-real-estate-agent-part-2.html Buying and Selling a Bed and Breakfast Sun, 12 Oct 2008 06:00:00 -0700 Interview Questions To Ask Your Real Estate Agent, Part 1 Hiring a real estate agent to help you buy your B&B is important and challenging. The ideal situation is to find an agent who know and understands both the real estate and B&B industries. If you can't find such a person for the area you are considering for your B&B, then the next best thing is to find a person who is hard working and industrious, one who understands the challenges in buying a residence with business attached, and who you communicate with well.

]]> http://www.thebandblady.com/interview-questions-to-ask-your-real-estate-agent-part-1.html http://www.thebandblady.com/interview-questions-to-ask-your-real-estate-agent-part-1.html Buying and Selling a Bed and Breakfast Sun, 05 Oct 2008 06:00:00 -0700 Pricing a Bed and Breakfast Inn Think about how you will sell your inn as you buy or build. As you want to make a wise business decision when you buy, you can be assured when you are ready to sell your buyer will also strive to make a wise business decision. Approaching your purchase this way will have you contemplating how you will conduct your renovations (total cost and specific item costs), what price you pay, options you build in to your situation, and how you plan to build your business.

]]> http://www.thebandblady.com/pricing-a-bed-and-breakfast-inn.html http://www.thebandblady.com/pricing-a-bed-and-breakfast-inn.html Buying and Selling a Bed and Breakfast Sun, 28 Sep 2008 06:00:00 -0700