
Skip the vision board—this one’s real. Listen up, future hair mogul. It’s the secret weapon most owners only dream about. In Riverside, where allone's perpetually sun-kissed and slightly windswept, Great Clips is a goldmine. Everything about this just clicks. Think endless trims for sun-faded surfer strands and quick fixes before those crucial Coachella selfies. You’re not just investing—you’re inviting success.
Thomas’s Take: Consultant’s Note
I reviewed Great Clips’s FDD. Here’s why I like it as an option in Arlington or Canyon Crest. The Item 19 in the FDD said: $382,316 in median total sales (not profit) across eligible salons. Arlington residents need a convenient and affordable Great Clips for their hair care needs.
| Franchise overview & key stats of Great Clips | |
| Category | Beauty & Personal Care |
| Marketing fund (in %) | 5% |
| Minimum cash required | $50,000 |
| Franchise fee | $27,500 |
| We assessed potential challenges (with example location) | Arlington's Great Clips faces competition, attracting qualified service personnel, and aligning with service offerings to diverse neighborhood demographics. |
| We Analyzed Who Has an Advantage | Semi-absentee investor focused on multi-unit growth with management experience. |
| We Analyzed Who Is a Bad Fit | Someone inexperienced in recruiting. |
| How much can you make as a franchise owner? (FDD Item 19 – see disclosure) | $382k median sales across all salons eligible to be open the entire year (2025 FDD) |







