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Finding the right financing partner can be one of the most important parts of getting a food trailer. This can be tricky since financing options for food trailers have evolved over the years. You can no longer finance a food trailer like you would a car or basic trailer. Your personal circumstances will determine what financing option is the best fit.
Sometimes your local bank can offer the best deal, but sometimes a national lender is better suited to meet your needs. We encourage exploring all your options to find your best partner.
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It’s what sets apart the food trailer industry and can give you lines around the block.
Now it’s your turn. You’ve made the business decision to start your own food trailer, yet something’s eating away at you: deciding what food to serve.
Yes, the specific food chosen to serve hungry bellies will define your business, for the now and future, but it’s not all rotten tomatoes regarding this significant decision. If the best choice isn’t apparent to you, don’t worry. We’ve gone ahead and laid out some of the most lucrative options to consider when opening your new calling.
5 Trendy Foods for New Food Trailers
Are you tired of all the taco trucks or BBQ trailers in your town? If you’re investing in your own food business, picking a solid backbone to your menu can be crucial in welcoming new customers. Here is a quick list of some foods that [...]
If you’re thinking of starting a food concession trailer business, you probably have a menu in mind. But it takes more than a few great recipes to get your business from idea to ignition. If you’re ready to start a food concession trailer business, here are a few things to consider:
- Are you flexible? The food concession trailer business is not for those that want to keep bankers’ hours. It can be a 15+ hour per day job if you’re stationed at a sporting event or a festival. And while your dream might be to play mobile chef, you will also need to be ready to change tires and serve as a roadside mechanic as well as run your business like a dedicated CEO/CFO.
- Are you social? For a food concession trailer to be successful, you’ll need to position your business in a visible, high-traffic location full of hungry people as often as possible. [...]
So you’ve decided it’s time to invest in a mobile food trailer for your business. Whether you already own a brick-and-mortar restaurant, or you’re just starting out a new concept, one thing is likely for sure – you can’t wait to hit the pavement and take your mobile food concept to the streets to share your delicious eats with people. Before you can get started there are some important things to take into consideration when purchasing your trailer.
When you’re just starting out you could find yourself facing a common debate, new vs. old. It’s important to know exactly what your new business needs to operate efficiently and maximize profits. With years of industry experience we have compiled a list of the top pros and cons of choosing between new and used when on the market for your custom food trailer.
Here are six things to know when considering a used food trailer.
As the mobile food industry continues to evolve, so do the financing options. There are many new and existing food concepts making the decision to go mobile. Whether you’re looking to expand or start something new, creating your mobile food venture can be a very exciting process. With so many opportunities to bring your vision to life, it’s important to partner with the right people to help you accomplish your goals.
Our customers often ask us questions like, “How do I find the correct equipment? Or “What should my work-flow look like?” Or, “How do I know what health codes to comply with?” These are all important questions, but what can be the most challenging is, “How do I finance my dream?” If you don’t have the answer to that, then the other questions don’t matter.
With that in mind, we have provided some helpful insights to get you started in the right direction by [...]
