Summer Breeze Boat Rental, LLC

Marina Acquisition and Expansion Project

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Project Summary
Summer Breeze Boat Rental, LLC is currently searching for an investment partner in order to expand its business model and add new revenue streams via the purchase of strategic commercial waterfront properties in St. Augustine Florida. Commercial water accessible locations in St. Augustine are difficult to come by and our company is currently impacted by the sale of the marina from which we operate and the construction project that is currently in progress. Having been established in 2019, Summer Breeze Boat Rental has been successful in becoming the area’s premier boat rental company, however our product and revenue growth has been hindered by limitations imposed by ownership of our current marina location. Beginning with revenue of $42K in 2019, we have grown that figure to over $350K in 2022 despite losing 4 months of the year due to marina construction. Future stability and growth for our company will hinge on our ability to secure a commercial location that provides the necessary infrastructure and ability to offer additional rental services free of restriction. 

Our intimate knowledge of St. Augustine and water based commerce combined with our marina management experience over the past four years makes Summer Breeze uniquely qualified to pursue an opportunity to purchase and operate one or more of the local marinas. As part of our ongoing research, we have identified two marina locations that are currently receptive to the possibility of a sale but which are not currently on the market. This presents an excellent opportunity for Summer Breeze to partner with a like minded investor who would be interested in a long term investment opportunity that would be mutually beneficial to all parties. 
In the sections that follow, I will expand on the revenue opportunities associated with these locations but suffice to say that these marinas are reputable local businesses with established and lucrative revenue streams. In terms of product expansion and revenue growth, seeking operational control of a suitable commercial waterfront property is the next step in the evolution of Summer Breeze Boat Rental and one that we look forward to with great anticipation. Having said that, it is our highest priority to find a reputable financial partner and one that will share our vision and desire for growth and excellence in the years to come. Although our ambitions extend well beyond the purchase and management of marina properties in St. Augustine, growth and expansion on any scale must be done responsibly. The investment opportunity represented by these locations given their size, location, existing infrastructure, services and established revenue streams is unmistakable and is considered very low risk as a real estate investment.  
 
Property Analysis
  • Property 1: Marina
    • Projected Purchase Price: $11MM (estimated)
    • Projected Sales Tax (6.5%): $715K (estimated)
    • Projected Broker Fee: $0
    • Initial Budget: $250K
    • Total Investment Amount: $11,965,000 (estimated)
    • Total Rental Slips: 120
    • Monthly Revenue: $120K (estimated)
    • Business Purpose: 
      • This marina is the largest in terms of number of rental slips and is considered the best location to operate boat rentals given the number of slips and existing office space and associated infrastructure. 

  • Property 2: Marina
    • Projected Purchase Price: $4MM (estimated)
    • Projected Sales Tax (6.5%): $260K (estimated)
    • Projected Broker Fee: $0
    • Initial Budget: $250K
    • Total Investment Amount: $4,510,000 (estimated)
    • Total Rental Slips: 45
    • Monthly Revenue: $40K (estimated)
    • Business Purpose: 
      • This marina will complement the purchase of the larger marina and add additional revenue. Having a second marina in the business property portfolio will also provide Marathon Holdings with a larger market share of the marina market in St. Augustine. This in turn may allow for better control over boat slip rental rates in the area which would may help generate additional revenue.


Investment/Revenue Model
To ensure fair equity compensation for the parties involved, the investment/revenue model includes up front compensation for Summer Breeze Boat Rental in exchange for a 10 year managerial and operational contract of the properties. Summer Breeze would also receive 20% of net revenue for the duration of the project. The investor would be entitled to 80% of net revenue for the duration of the project in addition to 100% of property sale revenue minus any taxes and/or fees.

  • The managerial contract for oversight and operation of said properties includes the following.
    • Handing of all sales and negotiations for properties in scope when purchasing and selling.
    • Management of day to day operations for the duration of the contract.
    • Provide reporting and transparency of all properties to the investor at regular intervals (monthly/annually) and as requested.
    • All business functions associated with Marathon Holdings, LLC. 
  • The managerial contract does not include the following.
    • Salaries pertaining to marina staff.
    • Marina specific expenses.
  • The investment model for this project is predicated on the investment budget including all costs associated with the following. 
    • The contractual purchase price of marina property as negotiated with the seller
    • State sales tax of 6.5%
    • Initial start up budget ($250K per property)
    • Up front compensation for 10 year managerial and operational contract with Summer Breeze Boat Rental ($3MM total)
  • The investment model for this project also includes the following revenue shares for the parties involved.
    • 100% property sale revenue: Investor receives all sale proceeds minus any taxes and/or fees.
    • 0% property sale revenue: SBBR is not entitled to any share of the property sale.
    • 80% revenue share: Investor receives their share of monthly/annual net revenue.
    • 20% revenue share: SBBR receives their share of monthly/annual net revenue.


Investment Summary
The investment summary includes the term (number of years) of the investment in addition to the estimated cost of each marina and up front compensation for the managerial contract with Summer Breeze Boat Rental.


Investment Term | 10 Years
Marina 1 purchase(including sales tax and initial funding for expenses)
**Estimated Amount | $11,965,000
Marina 2 purchase(including sales tax and initial funding for expenses)
**Estimated Amount | $4,510,000
Up front compensation for 10 year management commitment by Summer Breeze | $3,000,000
TOTAL INVESTMENT | $19,475,000


Marina Revenue Projections
These figures are being provided in order to provide potential investors with an estimate of what we believe revenue will be on a monthly and annual basis in addition to that of the total 10 year investment term. 

Marina 1 Revenue Projections **Estimated

Monthly projected revenue | $130,000
Annual Projected revenue | $1,560,000
80% investor monthly projected revenue share | $104,000
20% summer breeze monthly projected revenue share | $26,000
80% investor annual projected revenue share | $1,248,000
20% summer breeze annual projected revenue share | $312,000
80% investor 10 year projected revenue share | $12,480,000
20% summer breeze 10 year projected revenue share | $3,120,000

Marina 2 Revenue Projections ** Estimated

Monthly projected revenue | $50,000
Annual Projected revenue | $600,000
80% investor monthly projected revenue share | $40,000
20% summer breeze monthly projected revenue share | $10,000
80% investor annual projected revenue share | $480,000
20% summer breeze annual projected revenue share | $120,000
80% investor 10 year projected revenue share | $4,800,000
20% summer breeze 10 year projected revenue share | $1,200,000

Combined 10 Year Revenue Projections **Estimated

Investor’s projected revenue over 10 years | $17,280,000
SBBR’s Projected revenue over 10 years | $4,320,000


Marina Property Sales Revenue Projections
These figures are being included in order to provide potential investors with an estimate of the total property sales revenue that would be anticipated if the property were to appreciate in value by 100% over a 10 year term.


Marina 1 Property Sales Revenue Projection **Estimated |

Projected Sale Price (100% appreciation in value based on sale price) | $22,000,000
Projected Revenue (years 1 - 10) | $12,480,000
Marina 2 Property Sales Revenue Projection **Estimated |

Projected Sale Price (100% appreciation in value based on sale price) | $8,000,000
Projected Revenue (years 1 - 10) | $4,800,000
Total Revenue Projection **Estimated | $47,280,000
Total Original Investment | $19,475,000
Investment Gain | $27,805,000
Return On Investment | 142.77%


** NOTE: These projections do not take into account marina rate increases which usually occur annually at a minimum. The projections also do not account for revenue increases for new products and services or other revenue opportunities such as a restaurant or food trucks on premises. 


Special Terms & Conditions
  • The marinas will continue to operate as separate business entities and will retain their current name. 
  • Existing marina staff will be replaced by staff hired by Summer Breeze to facilitate operations. Salaries for staff members will be paid for by the marina which they are assigned to. These employees will be dedicated to the marina and will not perform any boat rental related tasks. These salaries will be deducted from monthly gross revenue the same as any other marina specific expenses.
  • The term of the investment would be for 10 years with a contractual obligation for Summer Breeze Boat Rental to manage all project aspects from purchase to sale with complete autonomy but with proper oversight, reporting and transparency with the investor.
  • Upon sale of a property at the end of the term, the investor would receive 100% of all sale proceeds minus any taxes and/or fees.
  • During property sale negotiations, Summer Breeze Boat Rental would be entitled to include a provision in the sale contract to enter into a separate contract with the buyer to allow Summer Breeze to continue to operate from the marina after the sale is complete. Summer Breeze Boat Rental reserves the right to decline any sale contract that does not include a contract with the buyer to allow the company to continue to operate from the location after the sale.
  • If the scope of the project is changed to include additional properties, all levels including up front and percentage based compensation will remain unchanged unless a new contract is agreed to and signed by all parties. 
  • The distribution of revenue proceeds will be scheduled on an annual basis and will be distributed to each party accordingly prior to the end of the calendar year in which the revenue is earned. 
  • The distribution of property sale proceeds will be completed to the investor within but not to exceed 30 days from the official closing date.

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