Fantastic Sams
Haircare
Sam M. Ross started Fantastic Sams in July 1974, and the company began franchising in 1976, marketing its 'fixed fee' system and 'no appointment necessary' concept. The franchisor has full-service, family hair-care salons throughout the U.S. and Canada. In addition to cuts, perms and coloring services, Fantastic Sams sells its own line of shampoos, conditioners, styling aids and color treatments.
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Start-up Costs & Franchises Fees
How much does it cost to open a Fantastic Sams Franchises?
Total Investment: $118,000-$230,000
Initial Franchise Fee: $25,000-$35,000
Royalty Fee: varies by region
Advertising Fee: N/A
Term of Agreement: 10 years
Renewal Fee: Varies
How to contact Fantastic Sams
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Fantastic Sams
50 Dunham Rd., 3rd Fl.
Beverly,
MA
01915
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Phone: (978)232-5600
Fax: (978)232-5601
Website: Visit Website
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Fantastic Sams News
Fantastic Sams Hair Salons Targets Reno, Nevada And Sacramento, California For New Development
Competition for affordable hair care services in Reno and Sacramento is getting stiffer. Fantastic Sams, one of the nation's largest full service hair salon franchises, is expanding its "no appointments" necessary concept throughout Northern Nevada and California. With 3 salons currently operating ... more
Fantastic Sams And Buxton Team Up To Advance Expansion Efforts During The Tough Economy
Fantastic Sams Hair Salons, the largest full service hair care franchise, engaged Buxton to provide the information it needs to make strategic expansion decisions. Buxton is the industry leader in customer analytics and retail site selection technology, providing strategic target marketing research ... more
Fantastic Sams Hair Salons Is 'Stylin' In Georgia
Continuing to expand its "no appointments" necessary concept throughout the Atlanta area, Fantastic Sams announces the opening of its newest salon at 13077 Highway 9 North, located in Deerfield Place, in Alpharetta. The industry leading brand is looking to open an additional 15-20 locations,... more
Fantastic Sams Hair Salons Ranked As "One Of The Most Affordable" Franchises
Fantastic Sams, a full service hair salon brand with nearly 1,400 salons in the US and Canada was recently ranked as one of the 2008 "Top 25 Most Affordable Franchises" by Black Enterprise Magazine. Fantastic Sams was also recognized by Black Enterprise as one of the "Hottest franchis... more
Fantastic Sams Hair Salons Is 'Stylin' In Texas
Continuing to expand its "no appointments" necessary concept throughout the Dallas/Ft.Worth area, Fantastic Sams announces the opening of its newest salon at Lake Worth Market Place, 6060 Azle Ave, in Lake Worth. The industry leading brand is looking to open an additional 20 locations in the... more
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Franchise History
When did the first Fantastic Sams open? 1974
When did Fantastic Sams start Franchising? 1976
| 2006 |
1365 |
12 |
15 |
0 |
| 2005 |
1310 |
10 |
19 |
0 |
| 2004 |
1293 |
13 |
18 |
0 |
| 2003 |
1285 |
16 |
19 |
0 |
| 2002 |
1250 |
16 |
47 |
2 |
| 2001 |
1231 |
16 |
84 |
5 |
Expansion Plans
United States: Nationwide
Canada: Nationwide, Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland, Northwest Territories, Nova Scotia, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon Territory
Financing Options
| Franchise Fee |
No |
No |
| Startup Costs |
No |
Yes |
| Equipment |
No |
Yes |
| Inventory |
No |
Yes |
| Accounts Receivable |
No |
No |
| Payroll |
No |
No |
Third Party Financing Source(s): the SBA, Siegel Capital LLC
Training & Support
Training
Available in MA & CA: 1 week salon
fundamentals
At regional office: ongoing
Support
Newsletter, Meetings, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations Marketing
Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertising
Business Operations
50% of all franchisees own more than one unit Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 8
Qualifications & Business Experience
Business Experience:
General business experience
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