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Selling (or buying) a restaurant or bar is no small feat. It's a complex and lengthy journey filled with many hurdles and deal-killers along the way. Restaurant Deal Making EXPOSED!
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059. What Really Matters When Negotiating a Restaurant Deal (opens the original)
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When negotiating a restaurant deal, how do you know when to stand your ground and when to let something go? Buyers can spend so much time negotiating small details that they risk losing sight of the issues that can actually affect the success of the business. In this episode, we break down what really matters when negotiating a restaurant acquisition and where buyers can sometimes go too far. We look at the difference between protecting your interests and overnegotiating, why it's important to c
058. Don't Let the Business Own You, Own the Business with Franchise Expert Mike DeJong (opens the original)
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What happens when the business you built for freedom starts controlling your life instead? Many restaurant and franchise owners find themselves working long hours, making every decision, and feeling like they can never truly step away. In this episode, we look at how owners can get out of that cycle and build a business that works for them. We’re joined by business coach, speaker, and former multi-unit franchise executive Mike DeJong to discuss what he calls the “operator trap.” We explore the i
057. Selling a Legacy Restaurant After 50 Years of Orphan Andy's with Dennis and Bill (opens the original)
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What does it mean to sell a restaurant that has been part of a community for 50 years? For Dennis and Bill, owners of Orphan Andy's, the decision marks the end of an era and the beginning of a new chapter. In this episode, they reflect on the journey of building one of the city's most beloved diners and what it means to pass that legacy on. We're joined by Dennis and Bill to look back on the story of Orphan Andy's, from its beginnings in the late 1970s to becoming a 24-hour institution that welc
056. Restaurant Transaction Timeline: How Long Does It Take to Buy or Sell a Restaurant? (opens the original)
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Have you ever wondered why buying or selling a restaurant takes so much longer than expected? While many people assume a deal can close within a few weeks, restaurant transactions involve multiple parties, approvals, and milestones that can significantly extend the timeline. In this episode, we break down the restaurant transaction timeline from the moment a buyer and seller reach an agreement through due diligence, lease approval, escrow, liquor license transfers, and closing. We also explain t
055. Restaurant Insurance: What Every Owner Needs to Know with Greg Gurovich (opens the original)
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What do restaurant owners need to know about insurance in today’s market? From rising premiums and stricter coverage requirements to wildfire risk and liquor liability, securing the right policy has become more complicated than ever. In this episode, we break down the key insurance issues restaurant owners, buyers, and operators should understand before problems arise. We’re joined by Greg Gurovich, co-founder and managing broker of OnMarket Insurance Associates, to discuss how restaurant insura
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