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Focus on what you’re doing, and try to become the best at it.

All kids do things like that - its part of the routine. Let them have their time off, and hire more of them to work. Don’t put them in adult positions (like investigating their whereabouts), think development. When you hire a young worker, by default you’re agreeing to help develop them into...

Bodegahwy, not to get off topic (and congrats on your recovery), but I’d say your 2011 recovery was more due to the general economic recovery and not due to FB ads. I dare say, most of us saw a general pick-up last year.

Congratz Daddio - very noteworthy. Best wishes this year!!

I agree with everyone - this deal smells bad. If its seems too good, then it probably is too good. Pass it up. Any legitimate business earning $160K (net??) is not going to sell (to an outsider) for less than 2.5x, owner present or not. I value my business at 4.0+. Having said this, whichever...

I run a full service + carry-out + delivery business. All said and done (paper costs included), the FC for soda runs about 11 - 13%. We have free re-fills (limit 1). Don’t compete with service stations on soda price - its their bait to get you to come in. It goes without saying, you need to...

Just me, but I prefer them to PROVE their income. The banks always make me PROVE my income.

I guess its all relative. We have 2400 sq ft, large # of coolers, walk-in, 2 gas conveyors, 2 draft machines, 2 fountain machines, 2x 5ton ACs (that operate 8 months out of the year), 950# ice machine, 1 electric 2dr vulcan, 4 voip lines, 10/50mb biz cable. Cooling is the biggest part of our...

The food cost looks to be 37%. That’s REALLY high!!

I love that Deacon! And usually, from what I’ve heard, that ‘extra’ income never seems to get on the new owner’s books either!! :mrgreen: But, another thing about the ‘books.’ I have a couple of other businesses, and guess what? They each have their ‘own’ books. If its a viable business, they...

We’ve had free delivery since 2007. I’ve seen no need to add the ‘service’ charge. Drivers make great tips.

It depends. If I were buying the BUSINESS I’d require a complete audit of the ‘books’ and investigate all liabilities, including historical and future. Having said that, no way would I ever ‘buy’ a pizza ‘business.’ For the ones worth anything, no way I could afford it.

Joker, congrats on your 3rd store. Markets are different. Where are the other 2 stores in relation to the 3rd? If the cheap places are doing really well, that’s a big indicator of the market. Is there enough market available for your store, or will you have to build it? Don’t be frustrated if a...

frannyD, This may be a great opportunity or a terrible one. Here’s the way I look at it: His lease is up. This means he is a stranger, total stranger. If he’s out, there’s no going back in. YOU SHOULD BE TALKING WITH THE LANDLORD! Find out all your information from the landlord. Is the former...

What would I do? I’d thank her for the consideration, but let her know that my store policy prevents me from allowing outside drinks. *I do not have “discounts.” I’d encourage her to use the local rec center. $80 simply isn’t worth 30 people taking up space and trashing your facilities. On the...

Yes Brad, we got the 5 yr warranty. How are yours performing? I know you posted a while ago, any updates?

A great start to the week. We had the guys from MF&B install a double stack of EDGE 60 ovens (propane) after midnight this morning. Thomas & John did a great job, very professional, very knowledgeable and fast! I’ve been so used to using tired old Lincolns and now these babies are running! Quiet...

I’m sold. I’ll purchase double-stack 60s in January. 😃

NOT AT ALL! Does McDonald’s give you a discount if you buy 5 burgers? No. Do you get a discount at your favorite Steak Restaurant because you have a party of 10? NO! You get a gratuity charge of 15%! You Pizza places that insist upon insane coupons and discounts are a disgrace to all indies...

Congratz Steve. Lets hope the economy continues to seek areas of growth.