| Building a Craft Brewery from the Ground Up with DC Reeves

| Building a Craft Brewery from the Ground Up with DC Reeves

DC Reeves [https://www.perfectplain.com/perfect-plain/], Owner and Co-Founder of Perfect Plain Brewing Co [https://www.perfectplain.com/] is in the studio today sharing what launched him into the craft beer world and how craft beer can impact a community. Michael wraps up the interview with rapid-fire questions where DC tells how much budget he would plan if he were rebuilding Perfect Plain today, and gives a budget breakdown on how he keeps his establishment profitable. Join Michael Carro, host of The Restaurant Realty in 10 [https://www.therestaurantrealty.com/restaurant-realty-podcast], for this engaging interview with entrepreneur DC Reeves of Perfect Plain Brewing Co. and learn about how craft beer made it's way to Pensacola, FL. Learn more about opening a microbrewery in The Microbrewery Handbook [https://www.booksamillion.com/p/Microbrewery-Handbook/Darcy-Reeves/9781119598046?id=7574039933749] or at microbreweryhandbook.com [https://microbreweryhandbook.com/]. For more information on The Restaurant Realty in 10 or to get the show notes from today's show head over to TheRestaurantRealty.com [http://www.therestaurantrealty.com/blog] Subscribe to get new episodes that provide uncensored straight talk geared to answer your restaurant and restaurant real estate questions. Looking to lease, sell, or purchase a restaurant? We can help with that too! Let's Connect! [https://www.therestaurantrealty.com/contact]

| Getting Funding for Your Restaurant When You Lease

Today Michael is joined by Alan Nickelsen, Executive VP and Commercial Banking Manager of Synovus Bank [https://www.synovus.com/local/pensacola-fl/leadership/] in Pensacola, FL. Alan shares the challenges that restaurants face to receive loans for building out and purchasing equipment for spaces that they lease.  He shares which loans typically work for this type of restaurant owner, and what you can expect during the loan application process. Episode Highlights: * SBA loans are government-backed loans that can help restaurant owners who lease their restaurant spaces and need funding for equipment or building out their restaurant. * Talk to your lender about an SBA 7a loan  * Since SBA loans are government-related loans the process can take time, so patience is key to being successful in getting the funding you need. * Finding a trusted lender can help you navigate the process and assist in helping you keep up with the necessary deadlines. For more information on The Restaurant Realty in 10 or to get the show notes from today's show head over to TheRestaurantRealty.com [http://www.therestaurantrealty.com/] Subscribe to get new episodes that provide uncensored straight talk geared to answer your restaurant and restaurant real estate questions. Looking to lease, sell, or purchase a restaurant? We can help with that too! Let's Connect! [https://www.therestaurantrealty.com/contact]

| Restaurant Video, Audio, and Lighting System Controls

Creating a consistant customer experience is all about the details.  In this episode of The Restaurant Realty in 10, Will Shaw from Integrated Surroundings [http://integratedsurroundings.com/] shares why automated system controls can enhance your customer experience.  He discusses how these systems work and which brands he recommends the most to restaurant owners. For more information on The Restaurant Realty in 10 or to get the show notes head over to TheRestaurantRealty.com [http://www.therestaurantrealty.com/]  Subscribe to get new episodes that provide uncensored straight talk geared to answer your restaurant and restaurant real estate questions.

| Atmosphere Lighting for Your Restaurant

Lighting Expert, Will Shaw of Integrated Surroundings [http://integratedsurroundings.com/] jumps into this episode of The Restaurant Realty in 10 to share his insight on using lighting to create the perfect atmosphere in your restaurant. What's in this Episode: * Find out how to balance lighting across your restaurant * Discussion on how many lumens create a nice dining environment * Details on how to transition your restaurant from a brighter lunch-time lighting to nice dinner lighting.  * PRO-TIP: Avoid a harsh manual transition! For more information on The Restaurant Realty in 10 or to get the show notes [https://www.therestaurantrealty.com/rrblog/restaurantatmospherelighting] head over to TheRestaurantRealty.com [http://www.therestaurantrealty.com/] Subscribe to get new episodes that provide uncensored straight talk geared to answer your restaurant and restaurant real estate questions. Looking to lease, sell, or purchase a restaurant? We can help with that too! Let's Connect! [https://www.therestaurantrealty.com/contact]

| How to Close a Restaurant

Closing a restaurant is not an easy decision. Today's episode of The Restaurant Realty in 10 host, Michael Carro, walks you through the steps you should take to make the process as simple as possible. * When and How to Tell Your Staff That The Restaurant Is Closing * How to Handle Subscriptions and Vendor Contracts * How to Properly Shut Down the Building to Avoid Damage PRO-TIP: If you are considering closing your restaurant make sure to reach out to your restaurant broker. You may be able to find a way out through sub-leasing your restaurant space or even leasing some of your restaurant equipment to reduce your financial loss. For more information on The Restaurant Realty in 10 or to get the show notes [https://www.therestaurantrealty.com/rrblog/howtoclosearestaurant] & BONUS TIPS from today's show head over to TheRestaurantRealty.com [http://www.therestaurantrealty.com/]  Subscribe to get new episodes that provide uncensored straight talk geared to answer your restaurant and restaurant real estate questions.