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How Much Does a Sugaring LA Franchise Cost?

2024 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A Sugaring LA franchise costs between $1,682,250 and $2,272,500 in total initial investment, according to the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $60,000.

$1,682,250

Minimum Investment

$2,272,500

Maximum Investment

$60,000

Franchise Fee

$170,000 – $195,000

Fee Range

Sugaring LA Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $60,000

Fee Range $35,000 – $60,000

Item 7 Fee Estimate $170,000 – $195,000

Sugaring LA Total Investment Breakdown

Here is the itemized breakdown of costs to open a Sugaring LA franchise, as reported in the 2024 FDD Item 7 (Estimated Initial Investment).

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $170,000 – $195,000

Development Fee Lump sum $110,000 – $135,000

Initial Franchise Fee Lump sum $60,000

Real Estate $146,250 – $224,000

Leasehold Improvements As arranged $100,000 – $160,000

Studio Layout, Architect, Engineer, Drawings, and Permits As arranged $14,000 – $20,000

Construction Management Lump sum $20,000

Lease Payment (first 3 months) As arranged $8,000 – $15,000

Security Deposits As arranged $4,000 – $7,500

Telephone and Utility Deposits and Expenses As arranged $250 – $1,500

Equipment & Assets $44,800 – $57,200

Outdoor Signage As arranged $8,000 – $15,000

Initial Supplies 8, As arranged $13,300 – $14,500

Point of Sale ('POS') Register, Hardware, Software As arranged $9,600 – $11,600

Furniture, Fixtures, Décor, and Equipment As arranged $8,500 – $9,300

Initial Inventory Package As arranged $5,400 – $6,800

Training $7,500 – $12,000

Pre-opening training expenses As arranged $7,500 – $12,000

Working Capital & Reserves $35,000

Additional Funds - (first three months) As arranged $35,000

Other Costs $1,278,700 – $1,749,300

Grand Total This is the total estimated initial investment to enter into a Development Agreement for the right to own a $353,250 – $466,500

Grand Total $303,250 – $416,500

Initial Investment to Open Initial/Single Studio Totals from Chart A of this Item 7 less the Initial Franchise Fee. $234,250 – $356,500

Grand Opening Marketing (3 months prior to opening) As arranged $5,000 – $10,000

Professional Fees (first year) As arranged $3,000 – $5,000

Insurance Deposits and Premiums (first three months) As agent requires $1,500 – $2,000

Business Licenses, Permits, etc. (first year) As agencies require $200 – $1,300

Total Estimated Investment $1,682,250 – $2,272,500

How Does Sugaring LA Compare to Other Personal Care Franchises?

Sugaring LA's minimum investment of $1,682,250 is above the Personal Care industry median. The median minimum investment for Personal Care franchises is $282,900.

$1,682,250

Sugaring LA Min

$282,900

Personal Care Median Min

$2,272,500

Sugaring LA Max

$553,950

Personal Care Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Sugaring LA?

The total startup cost for a Sugaring LA franchise ranges from $1,682,250 to $2,272,500, according to the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Other Costs at $1,278,700 to $1,749,300.

How much is the Sugaring LA franchise fee?

The Sugaring LA franchise fee is $60,000, with a range of $35,000 to $60,000 depending on the agreement, as disclosed in the 2024 FDD. This is a one-time upfront fee paid to the franchisor and is separate from the total initial investment.

Is Sugaring LA a good investment?

Sugaring LA requires a total franchise investment of $1,682,250 to $2,272,500 and scores Legal Risk: 100/100, Training: 68/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full Sugaring LA franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a Sugaring LA franchise owner make?

Sugaring LA's 2024 FDD does not include Item 19 financial performance data, so franchise owner earnings figures are not publicly available from this source.