SportClips vs Chatters Salon and Beauty Supply Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of SportClips vs Chatters Salon and Beauty Supply including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
SportClips Franchise
Chatters Salon and Beauty Supply Franchise
Investment $233,800 - $388,300$400,000 - $700,000
Franchise Fee $25,000 - $59,500$40,000
Royalty Fee 6%6%
Advertising Fee 5%2%
Year Founded 19931988
Year Franchised 19951991
Term Of Agreement 5 years-
Term Of Agreement 5 years-
Renewal Fee $3.5K-


Business Experience Requirements
 
SportClips Franchise
Chatters Salon and Beauty Supply Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience
  • Marketing skills
  • People skills
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    Financing Options
     
    SportClips Franchise
    Chatters Salon and Beauty Supply Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/No-/-
    Start-up Costs No/Yes-/-
    Equipment No/Yes-/-
    Inventory No/Yes-/-
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support
     
    SportClips Franchise
    Chatters Salon and Beauty Supply Franchise
    Training --
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives-
    Marketing Co-op advertising, Ad slicks-
    Operations Franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 98% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 6 - 12

    Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (32% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans
     
    SportClips Franchise
    Chatters Salon and Beauty Supply Franchise
    US Expansion YesYes
    Canada Expansion NoYes
    International Expansion No-

    Company Overviews

    About SportClips

    Gordon Logan, founder and CEO of Sport Clips, conceived the Sport Clips idea in 1993 and opened its first franchised store in Houston two years later. Designed to target a previously underserved market, Sport Clips caters to men and boys by providing hassle-free hairstyling in a sports-themed environment. The company began franchising in 1995.

    Do You have What It Takes?

    • You have strong leadership, managerial and communication skills
    • You enjoy developing Team Members and being involved in the community
    • You can effectively market your business and drive sales
    • You have a passion for the Sport Clips culture
    • Our Team Leaders come from different industries - no hair care experience necessary!
    Veteran Incentives: 20% off franchise fee
    "Top                  ""  "Entrepreneur
    #4 in Gator's Top franchises.
    #37 in Franchise 500 for 2020.
    #17 in Franchise 500 for 2021.





    About Chatters Salon and Beauty Supply

    We take pride in helping independent business owners build thriving salons and beauty stores that serve the needs of our customers. Our vision is to deliver a promise of beauty through our retail products and a menu of quality salon services. Our programs are comprehensive and far reaching. Franchisees benefit from a turn key operation and winning advantages: Unprecedented retail sales Excellent margins Purchasing power Alliance with industry leaders Dynamic marketing Unmatched variety Advanced training Recognizable brand Ongoing support By joining Chatters and becoming a Franchisee, you are joining an elite franchise group that has consistently been the industry leader in the hair care industry in Canada for over 20 years. Our experience and expertise in this unique and growing industry is what will take your franchise over the top and ensure longevity as the industry and market evolves and changes. Our company will continue to strive to be the leader and innovator in our industry. This is accomplished through large amounts of investment in time and resources in constantly developing and improving our business and operations to ensure we are always a step ahead of the competition. Join Chatters if you want to be a leader in the hair care industry today, and in the future.

    "Top
    #90 in Canada's Top franchises.