Understanding Market Trends in Hospitality

As of March 1, 2026, SBA-backed loans now require 100% U.S. citizenship

When To Walk Away From a Restaurant Deal

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What should restaurant buyers and sellers be preparing for in 2026?

SBA loans remain the most powerful way to finance buying a restaurant in 2026, but new rules mean buyers and sellers need to plan ahead, structure deals correctly, and understand their options.

Listing to Closing Escrow

Leasing a restaurant space is a critical step for any hospitality business. It requires careful planning, negotiation, and understanding of the unique challenges that come with restaurant real estate. From location selection to lease terms, every detail can impact the success of the business.

Thorough understanding of the real estate landscape specific to this industry. The success of a restaurant or bar often hinges on the location, lease terms, and property conditions.

What to expect when applying for a SBA loan...

an opened Marche aux Fleurs, a highly regarded farm-to-table restaurant in Marin County, just north of San Francisco. Over the course of 21 years as Chef/Owner, he built Marche into a beloved local institution...

What happens when a restaurant deal is nearly complete and a sudden change threatens to derail it?

What are the biggest challenges that can derail a restaurant deal? Restaurant transactions are complex, with multiple parties involved...