Why Do Restaurant Sales Transactions fall apart?
Restaurant Sales Transactions fall apart for a collection of reasons. Some of these issues can be resolved before they derail a deal from closing, but several problems are discovered along the way. Once the restaurant seller and buyer have agreed to terms and signed an Asset Purchase Agreement, the due diligence period will start, and […]
Selling a Franchise Restaurant vs Non-Franchise
What are the Pros and Cons of Selling a Franchise Restaurant vs. Non-Franchise is a common question EATS Restaurant Brokers receives from sellers? Franchise Restaurants for Sale make up 60%-70% of all restaurant sold listings annually. Why is the number so high compared to independently owned restaurants? The hard facts are only 30%-40% of restaurants […]
How to review a Restaurant Profit and Loss Statement
Understanding how to review a Restaurant Profit and Loss Statement is a crucial variable for a Restaurant Valuation to determine the restaurant’s actual value. Restaurants are one of the industries that the ratios on a profit and loss statement can give valuable clues on how a seller operates his/her restaurant. Unexperienced buyers will look straight […]
How to Sell a Restaurant- Telling the story
How to sell a restaurant in today’s market only months after the Covid-19 pandemic crippled the restaurant industry is a challenging task. EATS Broker understands selling a restaurant is just not about the tangible items or the goodwill. Buyers in today’s market want to know what the story is of the restaurant. How has covid […]
Dominique Maddox of EATS Broker earns CFE (Certified Franchise Executive) Designation
Dominique Maddox, Founder and President of EATS Broker has earned the CFE (Certified Franchise Executive) designation from the Institute of Certified Franchise Executives™ (ICFE). Dominique will graduate as a member of the class of 2021 at which time he will receive his CFE pin Participants in the Certified Franchise Executive (CFE) program complete several course […]
Dominique Maddox of EATS Broker sells Hungry Howie’s Pizza Franchise
Dominique Maddox of EATS Restaurant Brokers sells Hungry Howie’s Pizza . EATS Broker represented the buyer and seller. The buyer is a Michigan native that was raised on Hungry Howie’s delicious pizza. When the opportunity came available to purchase the Hungry Howie’s Pizza, Mike jumped on the opportunity. The restaurant has been closed since June, […]
Thinking about Selling a Restaurant?
Do you have an exit plan when it’s time to sell? Thinking about selling a restaurant is only the beginning of a process that can take 6-12 months to complete. Preparing a restaurant properly before hitting the sales market can make the difference between, receiving a solid offer from a buyer or selling at a […]
Day in the life of a Restaurant Broker
What does a Restaurant Broker actually do daily? Dominique Maddox Founder and President of EATS Broker shares his thoughts about the Day in the life of a Restaurant Broker. Restaurant Brokerage is like a BIG secret fraternity where there is limited membership allowed. A large number of people don’t know the responsibilities or tasks a […]
How should I sell my Restaurant?
How should I sell my restaurant is a question most restaurant owners will have to deal with before exiting their business. Similar to residential real estate owners, restaurant owners have multiple options to choose from. Each option has pros and cons, but which one is actually better? Today’s internet has tons of information on selling […]
