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Great Clips

4,400+ salons. Manager-run. No appointments.

Price
$188K–$420K
Category
$50K – $500K
Best for
Investors who want a manager-run business, not a second job.

Fee $20,000–$35,000. Range per 2026 FDD. Verified Oct 2026. Last verified 2026-10-15.

Key features

  • Manager-run — keep your day job
  • 6% royalty + ~5% ad fund
  • 90M+ haircuts a year systemwide
  • Veteran discount available

Pros

  • Semi-absentee friendly
  • Recession-resistant
  • Simple operations

Cons

  • Owner expected to stay involved
  • Stylist labor market is tight
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