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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Snip-Its vs Cookie Cutters including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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Investment | $124,595 - $220,375 | $132,000 - $339,500 |
Franchise Fee | $20,000 - $35,000 | $40,000 |
Royalty Fee | 6% | 5% |
Advertising Fee | 2% | 1% |
Year Founded | 1992 | 1994 |
Year Franchised | 2003 | 1996 |
Term Of Agreement | 10 years | - |
Term Of Agreement | 10 years | - |
Renewal Fee | 25% of initial fee | - |
Business Experience Requirements |
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Experience | - | |
Financing Options |
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In-House/3rd Party | In-House/3rd Party | |
Franchise Fees | No/No | -/Yes |
Start-up Costs | No/Yes | -/Yes |
Equipment | No/Yes | -/Yes |
Inventory | No/Yes | -/Yes |
Receivables | No/Yes | -/Yes |
Payroll | No/Yes | -/Yes |
Training & Support |
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Training | On-The-Job Training: 80 hours Classroom Training: 34 hours | On-The-Job Training: As needed Classroom Training: 4-5 days |
Support | Purchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Site Selection Proprietary Software | Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Site Selection Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform |
Marketing | Co-op Advertising Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising Social media SEO Website development Email marketing Loyalty program/app | Ad Templates National Media Social media SEO Website development Email marketing Loyalty program/app |
Operations |
75% of all franchisees own more than one unit Absentee Ownership Allowed Number of Employees Required to Run: 6 - 10 | Absentee Ownership Allowed Number of Employees Required to Run: 4 |
Expansion Plans |
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US Expansion | Yes | Yes |
Canada Expansion | No | Yes |
International Expansion | No | No |
Snip-its franchise has changed the dynamic of children's haircare by turning what has traditionally been considered a mundane and often unpleasant experience into a fun-filled adventure. The Snip-its franchise features memorable branding, our own cast of cartoon characters, interactive computer play stations, the Magic Box, and a complete line of haircare products formulated just for kids. These, along with our proprietary point of sale, proven marketing system and specially trained stylists represent one of the most innovative franchise opportunities available.
Cookie Cutters have been operating children’s hair salons since 1994 with franchised outlets since 1996. This experience is designed to help our franchisees operate children’s salons without prior experience in the hair industry.
We train our operators completely using our confidential operations guide that was developed through the years using input from all our network of operators and employees. Your entire staff will be trained before opening to ensure quality in operations and customer service.
Experiencing a Cookie Cutters Haircuts for Kids hair cut is an interactive experience. Our stylists are trained to guide the child and their family through the experience whether it is a first haircut, or an experienced styling. Our unique store design with an in-store playground and games sets us apart from other hair salons.