About HCF USA1(Bubbles the Color Salon) Franchise
Bubbles the Color Salon, operated by HCF USA1 LLC under parent company HC Salon Holdings, is a hair salon franchise that specializes in color services, haircuts, and styling.
The brand focuses on making professional hair color accessible and affordable, positioning itself as a go to destination for clients who want expert color results without the premium price tag of high end salons.
The franchise fee for a Bubbles the Color Salon location ranges from $17,500 to $35,000.
HCF USA1(Bubbles the Color Salon) Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$392K
Average Investment
$520K
Maximum Investment
$648K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $17,500 to $35,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 6% of Gross Sales of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Currently 0.0%of Gross Sales per week. Total Brand Fund Contribution and require | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $392,042 – $647,642 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $392K–$648K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (6% of Gross Sales) and marketing fee (Currently 0.0%of Gross Sales per week. Total Brand Fund Contribution and require) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee (Note 1) | $35,000 | $35,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements/General Construction (including architectural, engineering expediting & permi | $147,565 | $274,077 |
| Furniture Fixtures, and Equipment (Note 3) | $142,267 | $152,000 |
| Signage (Note 4) | $6,500 | $12,000 |
| Computer, Phone, Internet and Salon Radio System (Note 5) | $4,660 | $5,940 |
| Initial Inventory of Hair Care Products (Note 6) | $25,000 | $33,000 |
| Miscellaneous Salon Supplies and Licenses (Printed Materials, Cleaning Supplies, etc.) (Note 7) | $500 | $1,000 |
| HC Technology Platform Fee (Note 8) | $750 | $1,500 |
| Training Fees (Note 9) | $2,000 | $2,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $50,000 or 25% of total consideration |
| Renewal Fee | Greater of $10,000 or 25% of the then- current Franchise Fee for each five year |
| Technology Fee | $250 |
| Audit Fee | Audit costs and expenses are payable only if we audit because you did not submit |
| Grand Opening Marketing Fee | $2,500 |
| New Franchisee Orientation Program (“NFOP Fee”) | $1,000 |
| Salon Training Program Fee (“Salon Training Fee”) | $1,000 |
| Train the Trainer Training Program (“TTT Fee”) | $1,000 |
| District Leader Training Program (“DLT Fee”) | $1,000 |
| Additional On-Site Training or Assistance | $500 |
| Training for Additional and Replacement Employees | $1,000 |
| On-Going Training | $500 |
| Finder’s Fee | $50,000 |
| Interest on Late Payments | 18% or highest amount allowed by law on the overdue payment |
| Late Fee | $100 |
| Securities Offering Fee | $20,000 |
| Site Evaluation Fee | $500 |
| Leasehold Improvements/General Construction (including architectural, engineerin | $147,565 |
| Furniture Fixtures, and Equipment (Note 3) | $142,267 |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 25 hours classroom |
| Classroom Training | 25 hours |
| Training Location | Aventura, Florida |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | exclusive |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Renewal Term | Two additional 5-year successor terms, subject to certain contractual requirements described in “c” below. |
| Termination for Cause | Not applicable. |
HCF USA1(Bubbles the Color Salon) Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$579K
Median Revenue
$1.3M
Revenue Range
$682K – $1.0M
Sample Size
3 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
HCF USA1(Bubbles the Color Salon) Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordHCF USA1(Bubbles the Color Salon) has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
HCF USA1(Bubbles the Color Salon) System Growth
Total Units
33
Franchised
33
Company-Owned
0
HCF USA1(Bubbles the Color Salon) currently operates 33 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
HCF USA1(Bubbles the Color Salon) Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a HCF USA1(Bubbles the Color Salon) franchise ranges from $392,042 to $647,642, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $17,500 to $35,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
HCF USA1(Bubbles the Color Salon) charges a royalty fee of 6% of Gross Sales of gross sales, plus a Currently 0.0%of
Gross Sales per week.
Total Brand Fund
Contribution and
require contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the HCF USA1(Bubbles the Color Salon) Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from HCF USA1(Bubbles the Color Salon) to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, HCF USA1(Bubbles the Color Salon) franchise owners report average revenue of $579K and median revenue of $1.3M. This is based on a sample of 3 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
HCF USA1(Bubbles the Color Salon) has been offering franchise opportunities. The FDD shows an investment range of $392,042-$647,642, a 6% of Gross Sales royalty, and includes an Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $17,500 to $35,000 and the total investment ranges from $392,042 to $647,642 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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