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Liquor Licensing 101 for Restaurants in Recovery

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A major pain point for our clients has been navigating regulatory compliance issues such as corporate officer updates, alcohol license and permit renewals, and training team members in proper alcohol service protocol. The first step is to verify your liquor license and operating permits are renewed and active. Know Your Protocol.

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How to Buy a Restaurant: An Ultimate Guide

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Tack on obtaining permits and licenses, and you could be in for a pretty big check. Things to consider are: Local Sentiment Finances Equipment Taxes or Violations Licenses and Permits What is the local sentiment towards the restaurant? Is the liquor license included in the sale? Table of Contents. How to Buy a Restaurant.

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How much does it cost to open a restaurant?

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Licensing and permits The licensing and permits your restaurant will need will vary depending on where you are. Ask an experienced colleague or lawyer which licenses and permits you’ll need to open a restaurant in your area. Renovation You’ll need to make some changes to your space to make it fit your restaurant’s concept.

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Owning a Bar: Everything You Need to Know

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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. To apply for a liquor license, consult the Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) Agency) in your state.

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How to Open a Coffee Shop: The Ultimate Guide

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Obtain Permits and Licenses. Once you've validated your idea, you can dive into the nitty-gritty: Obtain Permits and Licenses. In the process of opening your coffee shop, it's important to mitigate the potential risks affiliated with permits and licenses. Business License. Liquor License. Table of Contents.

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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. Construction and renovation costs differ by location and contractor. These costs are easier to budget for when opening a restaurant because they don’t fluctuate much each month. Variable costs include food, hourly wages, and utilities.

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TV or Not TV, the License Is the Question

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A common misconception regarding using TVs publicly is business owners assuming the music license that’s needed is included in their agreement with their service provider. Cable agreements do not include licensing for music. When a business uses TVs publicly, the music on them must be licensed by the business itself.

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