At any given time 30% to 50% of HVS International's consulting practice involves preparing market feasibility studies and appraisals for proposed hotel developments. . . . The development of a garden-type, modified full-service hotel is provided as
The simultaneous valuation formula is an algebraic equation developed for the capitalization of a variable income stream over a forecast period. This article weighs the strengths and weaknesses of traditional capitalization techniques.
Lodging appraisals demand some unique approaches. How, for instance, can you determine the value of a hotel management contract?
In many distress hotels, the blame lies with the inept hotel management companies.
A detailed analysis of historic supply and demand trends and market performance, as well as a market outlook including projections for supply and demand and occupancy and rate performance.
The Boston lodging market, always volatile, continues to decline through mid 2003. Developers are lined up at the door, however, waiting for construction capital. Meanwhile, a new convention center will open in 2004, providing some answers, but gen
There are many considerations purchasing agents take into account before placing a lighting purchase order for guestroom and public areas. They must examine an order from an operations point of view, as well as a guest's. A lighting fixture can be ei
This article highlights how the economy and hotel sales move in tandem. Starting in May of this year, right after President Bush announced the combat portion of the war in Iraq over, the economy and hotel sales started to improve.
A detailed analysis of historic supply and demand trends and market performance, as well as a market outlook including projections for supply and demand and occupancy and rate performance.
How To Get The Best Sales Price