PRO-CUTS provides professional haircuts for the whole family at affordable prices in a neighborhood environment. PRO-CUTS exhibits a friendly, yet professional atmosphere. Our franchisees are provided with support and training in ALL phases of operation, as well as on-going training and support for employees.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1982
Franchising Since: 1983
Operating Units: |
Franchised Units: | 175 | | 100% | | |
Company-Owned Units: | 0 | | 0% | | |
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Total Operating Units: | 175 | | 100% | | |
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Geographic Distribution: |
U.S.: | 176 | | 100% | | In 12 States |
Canada: | 0 | | 0% | | In 0 Canadian Provinces |
International: | 0 | | 0% | | In 0 Foreign Countries |
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Total: | 176 | | 100% | | |
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North America: |
States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units: |
Density | Units | | | | |
1. New Mexico | 7 | 2. Oklahoma | 17 | 3. Texas | 130 |
Registered in Following Registration States: California, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, District Of Columbia
Financial Requirements
Investment: |
Minimum Net Worth: | $300K/100K Liq |
Cash Investment: | $90K-196K |
Total Investment: | $90K-196K |
Average Total Investment: | $116K |
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Fees: |
Initial Franchise Fee: | $22.5K 1st |
Average Franchise Fee: | $22K |
On-Going Royalty: | 4% 1st Yr./6% succ. Yrs. |
Average Royalty: | 6% |
Advertising Fee: | 5% |
Average Number of Employees: 6 Full-time, 2 Part-time
Space Needs (in square footage): 900-1,200
Preferred Sites: Free-standing Building, Strip Center
Other Sites:
Encourage Conversions? No
Earnings Claims Provided? No
Listed in the SBA Registry? No
Support and Training
International Franchise Association: | Yes |
Canadian Franchise Association: | Yes |
Franchisee Association/Member: | Yes, Member |
Size of Corporate Staff: | 900 |
Site Selection Assistance? | Yes |
Lease Negotiation Assistance? | Yes |
Financial Assistance? | Yes, Indirect |
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Marketing Support: |
Co-Op Advertising: | No |
National Advertising: | No |
Regional Advertising: | No |
Local Advertising: | No |
Marketing Materials: | Ad Slicks, Brochures, Catalogs, Coupons/rebates, Direct Mailers, Emails, Promotional Items, Radio Ads, Site Signs, Television Ads, Trade Show Exhibits, Videos |
Additional Services: | Grand Opening, In-house Marketing, Marketing Research, Newsletter, Online Extranet, Press Releases, Sales Strategies |
Other Marketing Support: | None Specified |
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On-Going Support: |
Central Data Processing: | Not Applicable |
Central Purchasing: | Not Applicable |
Field Operation Evaluation: | Included in Fees |
Field Training: | Included in Fees |
Initial Store Opening: | Included in Fees |
Inventory Control: | Not Applicable |
Franchisee Newsletter: | Included in Fees |
Regional or National Meetings: | At Additional Cost |
800 Telephone Hotline: | Included in Fees |
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Training: |
1. Franchise Support Office | 3-5 Days | 2. Field Training | 5 Days |
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Franchisee Qualifications
Ranked from 1 (unimportant) to 5 (important): |
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Financial Net Worth: | 4 |
General Business Experience: | 5 |
Specific Industry Experience: | 1 |
Formal Education: | 3 |
Psychological Profile: | 3 |
Personal Interview(s): | 4 |
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Minority Representation
Units Owned by Minorities: |
African-American: | 1% |
Asian-American: | 7% |
Hispanic: | 1% |
Native American: | 0% |
Other: | N/A |
Specific Minority: | Although we strongly support the objectives of the NMFI, we do not yet have any specific programs in place at this time. |
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Terms of Contract
Term of Initial Contract: | 10 Year(s) |
Term of Renewal Period: | 10 Year(s) |
Passive Ownership: | Allowed, But Discouraged |
Area Development Agreements? | Yes, for 1 Year(s) |
Sub-Franchising Contracts? | No |
Franchisees Allowed to Expand Within Territory? | Yes |
Expansion Plans
Projected New Units Over Next 12 months: 10
U.S.: | Yes, All United States |
Canada: | No |
Overseas: | No |
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