
TRUSTED EXPERIENCE
Ken Paton
TESTIMONIALS
Case Studies
Each loan is different: different people, different location, different problems, and often require different solutions. In the Case Studies there are illustrations of how a variety of centers were financed despite their challenges.
Statistics
Missing from many discussions about bowling is the profit margin and low loan default rate. The 2017 BPAA Benchmark Study reports that the average profit margin is 13% for all centers and is 17% for large centers (37+ lanes). All restaurants report a 6.1% to 6.5% margin according to Forbes magazine. However, Toast (a restaurant recruiting website) reports that profit margins for most restaurants fall between 3% and 5%. Large retailers such as Amazon and Walmart report profits of 2% to 3% of revenue.
Bowling also has a history of paying its loans on time. During the ten years ending 9/30/2017 the Small Business Administration reported that bowling centers had a charge off rate of 0.79% which puts bowling in the 36th percentile of all industries.
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Profit Margin - Average Center
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Profit Margin - Large Center
- Charge off rate on bowling SBA loans .79%
Services
What We Can Do For You

Finance
Even when banks have money to lend, many will not approve a loan to a bowling center. They generally talk about special purpose buildings and bank policies. However, there are many banks that see bowling as a strong industry and are willing to finance a solid and well presented project.

Buying & Selling
Buying or selling a bowling center involves much more than simply putting a buyer and seller together. Once the interest has been identified, the due diligence process will make or break the deal. Having someone who is experienced in all aspects of the process improves the likelihood of a successful closing.

Consulting
Like most other small businesses, an owner must wear many hats. Problems come when there is not enough time, or the skills required, to solve a problem are not available. Consulting with an advisor with experience in a variety of specialties can improve the likelihood of success.

Construction & Remodeling
Before concrete is poured, before the general contractor is hired, and even before the architect is engaged; a clear business plan is needed to identify the previously underserved market that needs to be served and how the proposed construction project will fill these needs.
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kpaton@kenpaton.com