About Dashing Diva Franchise
Dashing Diva is a nail salon franchise offering a full range of nail care services including manicures, pedicures, nail extensions, and pre decorated nail applications.
The brand also features a line of high quality proprietary nail care products available for retail.
The franchise fee is $20,000, and the company has been franchising since 2003.
Dashing Diva Franchise Cost & Fees
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $20,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | $1,500 - $4,000 per month, based on store size of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Not applicable | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $232,750 – $516,500 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $233K–$517K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty ($1,500 - $4,000 per month, based on store size) and marketing fee (Not applicable) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial License Fee | $20,000 | $20,000 |
| Equipment, Furniture and Fixtures | $35,000 | $85,000 |
| Lease deposits for 3 months (1,200 sq. ft.) (total for three months) | $15,000 | $30,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements; Construction Costs | $120,000 | $300,000 |
| Signage | $5,000 | $8,000 |
| Opening Inventory | $15,000 | $25,000 |
| Grand Opening Advertising | $0 | $0 |
| Pre-Opening Salaries, Travel and Initial Training | $0 | $0 |
| Insurance | $750 | $2,000 |
| Utility/Security Deposits | $1,000 | $4,500 |
| Professional Fees | $1,000 | $2,000 |
| Additional funds (3 months) | $20,000 | $40,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $20,000 |
| Renewal Fee | Not applicable |
| Interest / Late Payment Fees | 1% per month or the highest rate permitted by law |
| Indemnification | All losses and expenses incurred |
| Costs and Legal Fees | Will vary under circumstances |
| Product Purchases | Published prices |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | Approximately two to three days (optional certification) |
| Training Location | Port Washington, New York (for optional certification) |
| Additional Training | No additional training or refresher courses are currently required, but the franchisor reserves the right to require them in the future. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Non-exclusive |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Description | Licensees will not be granted an exclusive territory and may face competition from other licensees, company-owned outlets, or other distribution channels controlled by the franchisor. Licensees are restricted from engaging in online promotional activities or sales, while the franchisor retains the right to conduct sales from its website globally. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | One year |
| Renewal Term | One year each (automatic) |
| Renewal Fee | Not applicable |
| Renewal Conditions | Renewals are automatic with no specific requirements, provided notice of termination is not given by either party within 30 days before the expiration of the current term. |
| Transfer Fee | $20,000 |
| Transfer Conditions | Transfers require the franchisor's prior written consent, which may be withheld, delayed, or conditioned, and are subject to the franchisor's sole discretion. |
| Termination for Cause | The franchisor can terminate the agreement if the licensee defaults on material provisions, including failure to pay royalties, insolvency, cessation of business, misuse of Proprietary Marks, or failure to provide proof of insurance. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | The licensee must personally participate in the Dashing Diva Store’s daily operations and is expected to have at least three years of experience in operating a nail salon. |
| Supply Restrictions | All nail products offered must be of a high quality, at least equal to the quality of Dashing Diva Proprietary Products. |
Dashing Diva Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Dashing Diva does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.
Dashing Diva Litigation & Risk Flags
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Dashing Diva System Growth
Dashing Diva currently operates 0 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 0 | 1 | 11 |
| 2020 | 0 | 2 | 9 |
| 2021 | 0 | 1 | 8 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 4
State Registrations
Registered in 16 states: CA, CT, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
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