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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Snip-Its vs First Cut 4 Kids 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 | $90,000 - $175,000 |
Franchise Fee | $20,000 - $35,000 | N/A |
Royalty Fee | 6% | - |
Advertising Fee | 2% | - |
Year Founded | 1992 | - |
Year Franchised | 2003 | - |
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 | -/- |
Start-up Costs | No/Yes | -/- |
Equipment | No/Yes | -/- |
Inventory | No/Yes | -/- |
Receivables | No/Yes | -/- |
Payroll | No/Yes | -/- |
Training & Support |
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Training | On-The-Job Training: 80 hours Classroom Training: 34 hours | - |
Support | Purchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Site Selection Proprietary Software | - |
Marketing | Co-op Advertising Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising 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 | - |
Expansion Plans |
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US Expansion | Yes | - |
Canada Expansion | No | - |
International Expansion | 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.
First Cut is an upscale salon designed exclusively for children of all ages, providing service and style found previously only in upscale adult salons.
We believe that our haircut services for children are second-to-none. Our stylists undergo extensive specialized training for working with children including continuing education in new cutting edge techniques and styles. In addition, our entire salon is designed to give your child the best haircut in the best environment. We take the time to cut your child's hair right, using our innovative cutting stations with built-in media centers which include modern flat screen TV's and video games with many DVD's and games to choose from.