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The Franchise Disclosure Document offers a valuable look behind the scenes of a potential franchise investment. For aspiring entrepreneurs, it serves as a crucial roadmap, and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.solafranchising.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=sola-salons-2025-fdd-breakdown-2729603" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Sola Salons’</a> 2025 edition aims to make that path as clear and accessible as possible.“Most FDDs are about 300 pages. The bones of the FDD are the same across industries, and it’s there so savvy investors can compare apples to apples,” said&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnlpantera?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=sola-salons-2025-fdd-breakdown-2729603" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">John Pantera</a>, vice president of franchise development at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.weareradianceholdings.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=sola-salons-2025-fdd-breakdown-2729603" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Radiance Holdings</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/sola-salons/info">Sola Salons’</a> parent company. “It can feel overwhelming, but every FDD should have the same 23 items, and we make sure ours is written in plain English, not legal jargon.”<h2>Sola Salons FDD: The Essentials</h2>For first-time FDD readers, Pantera recommends zeroing in on four essential sections:<h4>Item 5 — Initial Franchise Fees</h4>This section outlines the cost to secure a territory and become a Sola Salons franchisee. Sola Salons’ 2025 FDD notes a $60,000 franchise fee for new franchisees. For franchisees who have purchased and opened a Sola franchise previously, the franchise fee is $45,000.<h4>Item 6 — Ongoing Fees</h4>This section outlines royalties, technology fees, marketing contributions and other costs associated with the ongoing support franchisees receive after opening. For Sola Salons, this includes:<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Fee Type</td><td>Amount</td></tr><tr><td>Royalty Fee</td><td>5.5% of gross revenue, minimum of $500 per month</td></tr><tr><td>National Marketing Fund Contribution/Multi-Area Marketing Program</td><td>Up to 2% of gross revenue per month. Franchisees must also participate, at their own expense, in any Multi-Area Marketing programs</td></tr><tr><td>Initial Training for Additional Persons</td><td>$200 per person per day</td></tr><tr><td>Additional Assistance at Your Franchise</td><td>$500 per day (with a two-day minimum), plus travel and living expenses</td></tr><tr><td>Franchise Renewal Fee</td><td>$7,500</td></tr><tr><td>Computer and Communications Equipment Upgrades and Maintenance</td><td>Varied, typically no more than $1,000 per year</td></tr><tr><td>Technology Fee</td><td>Currently $0 per month in 2025, expected to be $250 per month starting January 2026</td></tr><tr><td>Insurance Policies</td><td>Cost of insurance premiums plus a 20% administration fee</td></tr><tr><td>Conference Fee</td><td>Currently $475 - $575</td></tr><tr><td>Additional Training Conferences</td><td>$400</td></tr><tr><td>Marketing Cooperative</td><td>As established by Marketing Cooperative, not to exceed 2% of monthly gross revenue</td></tr><tr><td>Property Management Software</td><td>Currently $99 per month for single-user sublicense</td></tr></tbody></table></figure><h4>Item 7 — Estimated Initial Investment</h4>Item 7 outlines the costs generally associated with opening a Sola Salons franchise. While these ranges are good-faith estimates, there is no guarantee that actual costs will stay within the provided ranges.<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Expenditure Type</td><td>Minimum</td><td>Maximum</td></tr><tr><td>Initial Franchise Fee</td><td>$60,000</td><td>$60,000</td></tr><tr><td>Improvements/Conversions</td><td>$786,134</td><td>$1,159,559</td></tr><tr><td>Architectural Fees</td><td>$12,500</td><td>$35,000</td></tr><tr><td>Site Evaluation Services</td><td>$2,000</td><td>$3,500</td></tr><tr><td>Rent or Real Estate</td><td>$33,600</td><td>$121,000</td></tr><tr><td>Furniture and Fixtures</td><td>$205,086</td><td>$327,636</td></tr><tr><td>Low Voltage</td><td>$6,239</td><td>$49,023</td></tr><tr><td>Signage</td><td>$12,000</td><td>$15,000</td></tr><tr><td>Travel and Living Expenses During Training</td><td>$2,500</td><td>$4,000</td></tr><tr><td>Site Selection Assistance</td><td>$0</td><td>$3,500</td></tr><tr><td>Property Management Software</td><td>$744</td><td>$1,044</td></tr><tr><td>Utilities</td><td>$1,357</td><td>$21,587</td></tr><tr><td>Operating Supplies</td><td>$1,000</td><td>$21,200</td></tr><tr><td>Market Introduction Fee</td><td>$20,000</td><td>$20,000</td></tr><tr><td>Business Licenses and Fees</td><td>$1,500</td><td>$2,500</td></tr><tr><td>Technology Fee</td><td>$750</td><td>$1,500</td></tr><tr><td>Insurance</td><td>$3,250</td><td>$5,000</td></tr><tr><td>Computer Equipment and Software</td><td>$1,300</td><td>$2,300</td></tr><tr><td>Repairs and Maintenance</td><td>$3,000</td><td>$21,000</td></tr><tr><td>Labor</td><td>$9,000</td><td>$15,000</td></tr><tr><td>Additional Funds (3 Months)</td><td>$20,000</td><td>$50,000</td></tr></tbody></table></figure><h4>Item 19 — Financial Performance Representations</h4>This section provides real-world revenue data to help candidates project their potential and make an informed investment decision.<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td>&nbsp;</td><td>Average Gross Revenue</td><td>Median Gross Revenue</td><td>Highest in Range</td><td>Lowest in Range</td></tr><tr><td>2023</td><td>$435,678</td><td>$419,770</td><td>$1,120,811</td><td>$89,730</td></tr><tr><td>2024</td><td>$442,438</td><td>$420,051</td><td>$1,181,814</td><td>$58,506</td></tr></tbody></table></figure><h2>Sola Salons FDD: Other Items To Consider</h2>Other pertinent items that a prospective owner may want to pay special attention to are:<h4>Item 2 — Business Experience</h4>This section outlines the leaders within the franchise system and their previous professional experience. This provides additional context behind the support and expertise available to the franchisee.<h4>Item 3 — Litigation</h4>This section will provide information regarding litigation surrounding the franchise. Sola Salons currently does not have any litigation to disclose.<h4>Item 4 — Bankruptcy</h4>This section will provide information regarding bankruptcy associated with the franchise. Sola Salons currently does not have any bankruptcy history to disclose.<h4>Item 13 — Trademarks</h4>As a franchisee, Sola Salons owners have access to operate under the Mark “Sola Salon Studios” and “Sola Salons.” This section outlines these and other Marks that Sola owns and their respective registration dates and numbers.<h4>Item 17 — Renewal, Termination, Transfer and Dispute Resolution</h4>This section outlines key pieces of information and provisions regarding the franchise agreement or other special scenarios, such as the length of the franchise term, termination by the franchisee, termination by the franchisor with or without cause, and more.<h2>Transparency and Simplicity Throughout the Process</h2>Sola’s commitment to clarity doesn’t stop at the numbers or use of clear, simple language. At the end of the FDD, prospective franchisees can see a copy of the full franchise agreement — the exact document they would sign should they choose to invest. This allows prospective franchisees and their attorneys to review the legal contract ahead of time, ensuring there are no surprises later on.“We want candidates to feel confident, not confused,” Pantera said. “This business is built on trust — with salon professionals, guests and our franchisees. Our FDD reflects that. It’s not just about putting numbers on a page. The document is meant to show people exactly what they’re getting into so they can make the best decision for themselves and their future.”To find out more information on costs to buy this franchise, please visit&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/sola-salons.">https://1851franchise.com/sola-salons.</a>&nbsp;

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2025 Sola Salons FDD: Key Costs, Fees & Franchise Insights

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