FS Cut and Color Franchise
Our Hair salon franchise opportunity is a business model that offers investors a chance to start a hair care business with the backing of an established brand.
To buy a franchise with FS Cut and Color, you'll need to have at least $50,000 in liquid capital and a minimum net worth of $300,000. FS Cut and Color charges a franchise fee of $30,000.








Franchisor Details
Total Units: 525
Year Founded: 1974
Franchising Since: 1976
Home Office: Maple Grove, MN
Training: Available
Locations Available: See Below*

Franchise Costs
Liquid Capital Required: $50,000
Net Worth Required: $300,000
Total Investment: $150,000 – $332,000
Franchise Fee: $30,000
Royalty Type: 6%
Vetern Discount: Veteran
*FS Cut and Color is currently accepting inquiries from the following locations: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Canada, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
Values & History
In July 1974, Sam Ross opened the first Fantastic Sams® beauty salon in Memphis, Tennessee (now known as FS Cut and Color), with the goal of creating an affordable salon experience that was accessible to everyone. Today, FS Cut and Color has been a trusted name in the beauty industry for over four decades. We've evolved and grown over the years, but our commitment to providing high-quality, affordable hair services remains as strong as ever.
Industry Performance
Market Demand & Advantage
Hair care is an in-person, high-demand service that is needed in all communities. The industry is currently valued at $1.3 billion and is rapidly growing!Haircare is considered an essential business, and often performs well during times of economic uncertainty. Offering high-quality, affordable full service haircare services makes FS Cut and Color a recession-resistant business.
Training & Support
In training, we'll review the history of FS Cut and Color and its Mission, Vision and Values, as well as covering topics like marketing, finance, and building a team. Onboarding also includes training on resources, daily operations, support, products, payroll, accounting, education, and key performance indicators.
Ideal Candidate & Qualifications
We want to clear up a misconception about the salon franchise industry right away:
- You don't need experience as a stylist or working in a salon - you just need a head for business.
- The ideal candidate will have a business acumen with a marketing and customer service focus and will embrace the franchise model and process.
Purchasing a FS Cut and Color Franchise
Franchise Fee: $30,000. Net worth: $300,000. Total Investment: $150,000 - $332,000. Liquid Capital: $50,000.


FS Cut and Color is a FranNet Verified Brand
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FS Cut and Color is a FranNet Verified Brand
FranNet Verified Brands are reviewed by FranNet to ensure legitimacy and industry required documentation.