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I planning on starting a Internet Cafe with only pc and xbox's and also computer repair. Now my question is how can I go about getting a small business loan and is it the right time to begin this. Any input would be appreciated Thanks. josh...

This internet cafe is going to be located in orange county by schools and downtown Report as inappropriate

Is this going to be the only internet cafe in the area? If there is an established one within 80 miles I would call it quits. I used to work in one and it really depends on the local climate. As soon as transient visitors to the area slowed down, the business dropped from about 80k a year to about 40k. It's not a viable business in most climates....

I question the long term viability of an Internet Cafe. These days there are more laptops being purchased than desktops. With broadband cards being offered fairly cheaply, smartphones, and free wi-fi in so many places, the idea of going somewhere specifically to get on the internet will become less attractive. Unless of course you've got a location with the right atmosphere that makes people want...