Jacob A You’ve made the foundational decision between booth rental and commission. Now, you face the step that separates successful owners from those who stumble into legal and financial disaster: the paperwork. This isn’t just about getting paid; it’s about protecting your business from the two biggest threats you face—lawsuits and the IRS. The contracts you sign … Read more
After you sign your lease, you will face the single most important decision that will define your role as a barbershop owner. It’s a choice that dictates your shop’s culture, its potential for profit, your level of risk, and the amount of control you have over your own brand. This is the foundational debate of … Read more
“Location, location, location.” You’ve heard it a thousand times. For a new barbershop owner, this isn’t just a catchy phrase—it’s the single most important decision you’ll make, and getting it wrong is a primary source of anxiety. Choosing a location based on “gut feeling” or convenience is a gamble you can’t afford to take. The … Read more
Signing the lease for your first barbershop is a monumental step, but it can also be terrifying. You’ve probably spent countless hours worrying about the single biggest line item: the rent. It’s the cost that keeps most new founders up at night. But what if we told you that your monthly rent is only the … Read more
You’ve found the perfect location. Now comes the hard part: the commercial lease agreement. For most first-time barbershop founders, this document is a dense, intimidating stack of paper filled with legal jargon designed to confuse you. It feels like a final exam you were never given the textbook for. This is by design. Landlords have … Read more
You’ve decoded the jargon. You know the difference between a Gross lease and a NNN lease, and you know to watch out for hidden CAM charges. You’ve done more homework than 90% of first-time business owners. But the standard lease agreement is not built for a barbershop. Generic business leases overlook the unique operational needs … Read more
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