Category: Hotel Financing

One of the challenges facing hotel owners is how to extract the maximum income from their properties. Naturally, owners rely on timely data to measure how well they are doing. Accordingly, owners turn to a standard set of metrics to quantify revenue and expense ratios. Therefore, this article describes one of the most important, RevPAR. […]

In this article, we’ll help you understand what to look for in top commercial property management companies. Also, we’ll look at the pros and cons of using commercial property management companies and list some major ones. In addition, we’ll touch upon commercial property management software and answer a few frequently asked questions. Many real estate […]

Most homeowners have experience finding and taking mortgage loans.  However, commercial mortgage lending is quite different from what you’ve experienced with your residential mortgage.  For one thing, commercial properties can be much more expensive and require more complex contracts.  In this article, we’ll explore the world of commercial mortgage lenders, commercial mortgage brokers and direct […]

Many developers, investors and sponsors have profited from their investments in hotel real estate.  For example, success might take the form of a boutique hotel booked solid for the next six months.  Or it might take form in a new large hotel that boosts commerce in a reviving downtown.  Truthfully, the common element in most […]

Furniture, fixtures and equipment, otherwise known as FF&E, is an important part of most construction and rehab projects.  In this article, we cover: The FF&E Definition Example Lists of Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment FF&E Reserve, Accounting, and Depreciation Important Considerations FF&E Loans/Financing How Assets America Can Help What is FF&E? The FF&E definition refers to […]

Many investors who become hotel owners delegate day-to-day management tasks to a general manager. Instead, the owner directs operational, financial and marketing strategy, perhaps developing a new brand name or controlling a group of franchises. In this article, we’ll discuss how to become a hotel owner and succeed. Owning a hotel or owning a hotel […]

When investors decide to purchase a private or franchise hotel, they are making more than just a financial commitment.  As a hotel owner and operator, it becomes your job to run your hotel efficiently.  Therefore, it’s important to understand the pros and cons of owning a hotel.  This is because your management duties will shape […]

Investors buy hotel franchises for a variety of reasons.  Undeniably, one of the most powerful motivations is to personally deliver hospitality services to customers.  Many investors love the lifestyle of making others happy by providing clean, efficient accommodations.  Of course, this also includes interesting amenities and a quality experience.  These investors become owner/managers of the […]

Hotels are a complex real estate investment because they also require knowledge of hotel operations.  This is true whether you do it yourself or hire it out.  If you think you’d like to buy a hotel franchise, this guide is for you!  Especially if this is your initial foray into this market.  We’ll take a […]

Assets America® is a commercial lending firm.  We fund high-dollar ($5+ million) commercial loans for real estate projects, asset purchases and other purposes.  We arrange lending for a wide variety of properties, including multifamily loans, hotel loans, office loans, etc.  In this article, we will review the three most important factors that determine your ability […]

Buying a hotel, the right hotel, acquired in the right way, can be an extremely rewarding investment.  This includes the purchase of foreclosed hotels for sale.  Assets America® arranges hotel financing for acquisition loans starting at $5 million.  We understand the risks that arise when an investor does not properly prepare and execute an acquisition […]

Buying a hotel or building a hotel can be an extremely lucrative undertaking if you’ve done your homework well!  But a promising project will be out of reach if you can’t get your hotels loan approved.  This can be a daunting task, especially if it’s your first foray into the hotel market.  And, it is […]

As the hotel business continues to expand in response to the strong American economy, developers seek strategic opportunities to serve metropolitan and suburban areas.  They do this by building hotels featuring the newest amenities, quality materials and the most cost-effective construction techniques.  Understanding the cost to build a hotel in the chosen location is critical […]