Numbers That Tell the Truth: Hotel Financial Planning with Paden Squires | The Room Key

Every hotel owner knows the business is cash-hungry — payroll, PIPs, taxes, debt service. But too often, the financial side is neglected until it’s too late. In this episode of The Room Key, I sit down with Paden Squires, CPA and CFP®, to talk about the financial playbook every hotel owner should be running.We dive into:Why clean, consistent financials are the foundation of every good business decisionThe most common mistakes hotel owners make with their booksSeparating personal wealth planning from hotel operationsHow to approach debt and leverage without becoming a forced sellerEntity structures and tax planning every owner should knowCost segregation and the return of 100% bonus depreciation — how aggressive is too aggressive?Preparing for the “dirty surprise” of depreciation recapture at saleWhether you own one property or a portfolio, this conversation will help you see your numbers as more than compliance — they’re the key to growing wealth, protecting your business, and making smarter long-term moves.