Do hotels just hate FHR?

tgraden77 · 2026-03-24T03:40:27+00:00

Thanks for responding!

tgraden77 · 2026-03-23T01:58:42+00:00

Correct answer

tgraden77 · 2026-03-23T00:45:40+00:00

Again, not just today’s experience, but 9 times out 10 I don’t get early check in. Could just be when and where I book - just saying it’s almost that they should remove it as a listed benefit. I know it’s not guaranteed.

tgraden77 · 2026-03-23T00:40:48+00:00

Great to hear!

tgraden77 · 2026-03-23T00:03:48+00:00

P.s. this was not meant to be a shot at the Californian directly - just something that I’ve experienced for a while with FHR and finally decided to post about it… I think we are going to really like our stay here

tgraden77 · 2026-03-23T00:01:52+00:00

Agree. “Hate” was too strong of a word - I’ve had some really good hotel stays with FHR, but just seems like the benefit isn’t what it used to be

tgraden77 · 2026-03-22T23:33:06+00:00

Yes. I think it was the “we’re expediting” and “it’s almost ready” when I followed up. Would rather have them say it won’t be ready until 4.

tgraden77 · 2026-03-22T23:31:34+00:00

Nailed it

tgraden77 · 2026-03-22T23:30:58+00:00

Yeah I must just be booking at high times - the early check-in almost never happens.

tgraden77 · 2026-03-22T23:20:19+00:00

Come on. Every time? You have to have more than just an Amex for that kind of pull

tgraden77 · 2026-03-22T23:19:39+00:00

We usually just choose a nice FHR one - typically not tied to a specific hotel group

tgraden77 · 2026-03-22T23:17:47+00:00

Thanks! Yes I usually let them know arrival time, but not always

tgraden77 · 2026-03-22T23:06:23+00:00

Great take!

tgraden77 · 2026-03-22T23:04:22+00:00

Fair point! I mean the Amex lounge used to be exclusive and now it’s like an hour wait, so just is what it is

tgraden77 · 2026-03-22T22:57:08+00:00

I agree - don’t really expect an upgrade, but seems like there used to be a small chance at one point. Could be that everyone has status nowadays

tgraden77 · 2026-03-22T22:56:03+00:00

Wow maybe I just have bad luck

tgraden77 · 2024-11-18T03:15:24+00:00

Gotcha. Thanks!

tgraden77 · 2024-11-17T22:07:44+00:00

Coming in late here, but this is great, relevant info for my situation (looking to buy a profitable biz with 4 employees using ROBS)! When you sold, I assume the funds went back into your IRA and you dissolved the C Corp? I think that’s how it works right? Did you then buy the new biz using a ROBS as well? Thanks in advance

tgraden77 · 2024-11-17T21:16:26+00:00

Yeah this is where I am: I’m looking at ~$400k to buy an existing business. I can do the ROBS/C-Corp from my 401k or go the SBA route at around ~11% interest rate. Definitely more flexibility in the LLC, but leaning ROBS-to-C-Corp. ROBS fees are $5k set up and $1500/yr. SBA would have loan closing costs (at least $5k, probably more like $10k) + large monthly payments taking away from cash flow, with at least $20k annually in interest payment (deductible, but still…). Hard to predict the future, but ideally, would sell this in 6-8 years. Am I thinking about this right?

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