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What Restaurant Operators Need to Know About Music Licensing

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Performing Rights Organizations (PROs) such as ASCAP and BMI represent songwriters and publishers and grant licenses to play copyrighted music. What should restaurant operators know about music licensing? Truth be told, music licensing can be complicated. What are common misconceptions about music licensing and the costs?

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Owning a Bar: Everything You Need to Know

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This document will outline your bar's concept, menu, marketing strategy, and financial projections. Sorting Out Paperwork and Licensing Below is a breakdown of the licenses and documentation you'll need: Business license : The cost of registering your business will vary by state and includes a registration and filing fee.

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The Ultimate Guide to Getting a Restaurant Business Loan

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Industry Analysis : Document the size and trends in the restaurant industry to show readers you are an industry expert. Competitive Analysis : document local competitors and show how you will be able to carve out a niche in your market. Customer Analysis : discuss the types of customers you will attract and serve.

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How to Open a Coffee Shop: The Ultimate Guide

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Obtain Permits and Licenses. View your lean plan as an ever-evolving document you can revisit, and revise, as new information surfaces. Once you've validated your idea, you can dive into the nitty-gritty: Obtain Permits and Licenses. Business License. Liquor License. Table of Contents. Coffee Shop Concepts.

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The Ultimate Guide to Restaurant Costs

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Fixed costs include rent, mortgage, salaries, loan payments, license fees, and insurance premiums. Improve Employee Retention The high-turnover rates are well-documented in the restaurant industry, with these rates exceeding 70% in 2016. Construction and renovation costs differ by location and contractor.

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Going Mobile with Contactless ID for the Post-COVID Restaurant Experience

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To date, a thorough look at an ID requires handing over a physical credential – but now, the prospect of mobile driver’s licenses (mDL) opens the potential for accurate contactless ID checks as an important part of the overall move towards safer transactions. Every effort is being made to ensure customers feel safe and protected.

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The Complete Checklist For Selling Your Restaurant In 2024: Pre-Sale, Sale & Post-Sale

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A full-service restaurant with liquor licenses and a well-trained staff may be more valuable than a small café Buyers might also be interested in niche concepts that stand out in the market, while generic concepts may fetch lower prices. These documents provide insight into how well your restaurant has performed financially.

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