Restaurants Preparing for the Start Up

Your due diligence list and realistic expenses is key in the right direction. Prepare on a year budget and extra savings for unforeseen circumstances. Will you need gas lines in new space? A larger grease trap? Sprinklers? If you have your specifics and a due diligence list your CRE Tenant Rep will help you reach that goal and could save you time and money. A Commercial Real Estate Tenant Rep has the time and market knowledge to help you find the right location if you are seeking to lease or purchase a 2nd Generation Restaurant or a Retail Space. They will help to save you money and also keep your plans and budget in mind.

·????????Lease Security Deposit / Loan Down Payment

·????????Space Plan, Floor Plans, or Architectural

·????????TABC (Optional)

·????????Business Licenses / Permits

·????????Legal / Processing Fees / Cost of LLC and a Attorney to review contracts

·????????Building Improvements (Less if you lease/purchase a 2nd?Gen Restaurant)

·????????Kitchen and Cooking Equipment (some 2nd Gen have existing equipment)

·????????Tables, Furniture and Tableware (some 2nd Gen have existing equipment)

·????????All Food, Products and Liquor (Larger Inventory at Start Up)

·????????Ordering and payment Technology (POS System)

·????????Security Systems

·????????Signage and Advertising

·????????ADA Requirements / Accommodations