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Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa Launches New Incentives to Encourage Growth Through Acquisition

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The program offers lucrative incentives for Hand & Stone operators who expand their footprint by acquiring existing spas from outside the Hand and Stone system, including a $25,000 capital contribution and a 50% reduction in the initial franchise fee.

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