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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Desert Sun Tanning Salons vs European Wax Centers including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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Investment | $198,500 - $427,500 | $359,660 - $564,515 |
Franchise Fee | $50,000 | $45,000 |
Royalty Fee | 4-6% | 6% |
Advertising Fee | - | 3% |
Year Founded | 2000 | 1975 |
Year Franchised | 2005 | 1975 |
Term Of Agreement | 10 years | - |
Term Of Agreement | 10 years | - |
Renewal Fee | - | - |
Business Experience Requirements |
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Experience | - | * We are looking for energetic , creative , hard working individuals that will embrace our philosophy , policies ,procedures and programs that have already proven effective . * We are searching for those that have a craving for success . * Detail oriented people that see a vision and know that there is always room for change and improvement . * People who believe that education , continuous evaluation and recognition are key tools in the success of any organization . * Individuals who are inspired by and can participate in new ideas , suggestions and comments . |
Financing Options |
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In-House/3rd Party | In-House/3rd Party | |
Franchise Fees | No/No | -/- |
Start-up Costs | No/No | -/- |
Equipment | No/Yes | -/- |
Inventory | No/No | -/- |
Receivables | No/No | -/- |
Payroll | No/No | -/- |
Training & Support |
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Training | - | - |
Support | - | - |
Marketing | - | - |
Operations | - | - |
Expansion Plans |
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US Expansion | - | - |
Canada Expansion | No | - |
International Expansion | No | - |
What was considered a passing fad several years ago is
now as much a part of our lifestyle as renting a video and drive-thrus. Indoor tanning is major in the fitness and beauty sector. It is a passive form of self indulgence for the look great, feel
great set sweeping all over and encompassing all generations. We are pleased about our growth and development within our franchise business. We are aggressively seeking
franchisees to join the Desert Sun network.