There is no doubt that the Hospitality and Leisure sector is suffering greatly in the current economic climate, with many business failures and an increasing number of leasehold and freehold properties coming on to the market, many at knockdown prices.

However, we are still helping many clients to realise their dream of business ownership and enter the pub, restaurant and leisure sector. We also assist current ‘tied’ leaseholders acquire the freehold of their current property and there are some special arrangements available in the finance market for well-established and profitable businesses.

Key underwriting requirements for Pub , Bar , Hotel and Restaurant Finance:

• Demonstrable Business Experience in the sector.
• Deposit funds available at circa 30% of the freehold business purchase price.
• Additional security may be acceptable in lieu of full deposit funds.
• Tidal Power
• Stock funding and working capital to be available ( VAT Bridging Loans available).
• Special arrangements provided for established sitting tenants in a profitable business.
• Trading accounts with proof of mortgage affordability from net profits are a key requirement.
• Pubs ideally need a balanced ‘wet / dry’ revenue mix.
• Solid, demonstrable business plan and cash flow forecast.

If your business plan and experience hold up and you have the drive and commitment to enter this sector then we would be more than happy to discuss your options with you.