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Great Clips - Franchise


Quick Summary

Great Clips is the fastest growing salon chain, providing value-priced haircuts and perms to the entire family in a no-appointment atmosphere. We have over 4,000 locations and 35 years of experience. Great Clips is the largest brand in the haircare industry and is one of the top franchise opportunities.

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Great Clips
Business Cost, Fees & Facts for 2025

Minimum Cash Required $50,000
Year Founded 1982
# of Existing Units 4200
Training & Support Yes
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    • Overview

    Great Clips - Franchise

    It's Gonna Be Great
    Proven Multi–Unit Strategy with over 4,000 locations and over 35 years of experience.  If you want to keep your professional career and are looking for a great way to pursue a multi-unit franchising strategy, you really should take a close look at our offering.

    Why Great Clips - Owner Benefits
    Established in 1982, Great Clips is the largest brand in the haircare industry and is one of the top franchise opportunities.  Our salons are conveniently located in Shopping Centers in over 140 markets throughout the U.S. and Canada.  No appointments are necessary for men, women, and children to get haircuts and perms at competitive prices.

    Our franchisees utilize their general business management to take full advantage of the many benefits; Here are just a few:

    • 35-year positive track record
    • Over 4,000 salons operating
    • Steady growth potential
    • Cash business with no receivables
    • Recession and Technology resistant
    • Keep your professional career – Manager run locations
    • Franchisees who have operated for at least 5 years, typically own 5 to 6 locations
    • Haircare is ranked as the most recession resistant industry a business owner can pursue

    Investment Review
    Initial Franchise Fee - $25,000
    3-Star - $40,000 (3 salons)
    Estimated Total Initial Investment Per Salon - $136,000 - $250,250 (as per 2018 FDD)

    Minimum Financial Requirements
    $300,000 Net Worth ($500,000 in CA, NY, DC, Boston and Toronto)

    Great Clips is an executive model that provides an established path to successful multi-unit business development. If you want to leverage your general business management experience and build your own organization, then you owe it to yourself to learn more.


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