About Sunbelievable Franchising2 Franchise
Sunbelievable is a tanning salon franchise offering premium tanning services, lotions, skin care products, and related beauty services from retail salon locations.
Franchising since 2022, the brand caters primarily to adults over 21 who are looking for professional tanning experiences in a clean, well appointed studio environment.
The initial franchise fee is $49,500.
Sunbelievable Franchising2 Franchise Cost & Fees
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $49,500 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 7% of Gross Sales of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Currently not collected; Up to 2% of Gross Sales | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $212,850 – $471,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $213K–$471K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (7% of Gross Sales) and marketing fee (Currently not collected; Up to 2% of Gross Sales) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $49,500 | $49,500 |
| Travel and Lodging for Initial Training | $0 | $6,500 |
| Leasehold Improvements | $60,000 | $120,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment | $40,000 | $180,000 |
| Signs | $4,000 | $10,000 |
| Computer, Software, and Point-of-Sale System | $2,000 | $5,000 |
| Initial Inventory | $2,000 | $4,000 |
| Prepaid Rent and Lease Deposits | $7,500 | $20,000 |
| Utility Deposits | $500 | $2,000 |
| Insurance Deposits and Premiums | $350 | $500 |
| Grand Opening Marketing Expense | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| Professional Fees | $5,000 | $14,000 |
| Business Licenses and Permits | $1,000 | $2,000 |
| Printing, Stationery and Office Supplies | $1,000 | $2,500 |
| Additional Funds – Initial period of 3 months | $35,000 | $45,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $12,500 |
| Renewal Fee | $5,000 |
| Audit Fee | Actual costs |
| Local Marketing | Minimum of 3% of monthly Gross Sales |
| Grand Opening Marketing | $5,000 |
| Initial Training for Additional Employees | $750 per person per day |
| Supplemental On-Site Training | $1,800 per day |
| Annual Conference | Varies (not exceeding $750) |
| Royalty Fee Payment Late Charge | The lesser of 5% per month of any late Royalty Fee payment or $50 |
| Financial Reporting Late Charge | $100 per occurrence |
| Interest Charges | The lesser of 18% per annum or the maximum legal rate allowable by the state |
| Review and Audit | Actual costs |
| Collection Costs and Attorney Fees | Amount incurred by us to collect unpaid Royalty fees and other fees or sums due from you to us |
| NSF Check Fee of Failed Electronic Fund Transfer | 5% of the amount or $50 whichever is greater or maximum fee allowed by law |
| Non-compliance | Amount of fees, costs, and/or expenses that we incur regarding the nonperformance of your obligations |
| Computer and Point-of-Sale System Maintenance, Repair, and Updates | $2,500 per year |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | approximate one-week period |
| Classroom Training | 16 |
| On-the-Job Training | 16 |
| Training Location | Staten Island, NY or a franchisee-owned Sunbelievable Salon |
| Additional Training | Franchisor may require franchisees or managing owners to attend system-wide training programs after opening. Additional training fees apply for more than two individuals attending initial training ($750 per person per day) and for supplemental on-site training ($1,800 per day per trainer). |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | In less populated, non-urban areas: smaller of a ten (10) mile radius or a radius encompassing a population of approximately 250,000 people. In densely populated urban areas: smaller of a one (1) mile radius or a radius encompassing a population of approximately 250,000 people. |
| Description | Identified by zip code, boundary streets, highways, county lines, designated market area, and/or other recognizable demarcations, as applicable, in Schedule 2 or Exhibit 5 of the Franchise Agreement. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | additional 10-year renewal term, for a maximum total of 20-years including your initial 10-year term |
| Renewal Fee | $5,000 |
| Renewal Conditions | Franchisee must not be in default, give 270 days prior written notice, comply with all material terms, sign current franchise agreement, pay all monetary obligations, remodel and upgrade facility, and maintain right to occupy premises. |
| Transfer Fee | $12,500 |
| Transfer Conditions | Provide 30 days written notice, pay all money owed, transferee meets franchisor standards, transferee signs transfer and assignment agreement, transferee and managers complete training program, transferee acquires all valid licenses, and pay the transfer fee. |
| Termination for Cause | Franchisor can terminate if franchisee is in default. Curable defaults (30 days to cure) include failure to open, failure to pay uncontested fees, or failure to comply with the System. Non-curable defaults include felony conviction, insolvency, abandonment, refusal of audit, or 3+ separate violations of the agreement. |
| Non-Compete Period | 3 years |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term of the franchise, no involvement in any competitive business. After termination/expiration, no involvement for 3 years in a competitive business within the operating territory, a 25-mile radius of the operating territory, or a 25-mile radius of any other Sunbelievable Salon's operating territory. Also includes confidentiality, non-disclosure, and non-solicitation covenants. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | The franchisee or their designated Managing Owner must be personally responsible for the daily management and operation of the Sunbelievable Salon, dedicating full-time efforts and successfully completing the franchisor's training program. An on-site supervisor must also complete training. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisee must purchase System Equipment, Supplies, and Services from franchisor, its affiliates, or designated suppliers. Specific examples include Helios Point-of-Sale system, SalonCloud software, and Reach Local for digital media marketing. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisee may only offer and sell System Products and Services designated by franchisor and must utilize products, supplies, equipment, and services authorized and designated in writing. Source restricted goods and services must meet franchisor specifications and/or be purchased from approved or designated suppliers. Franchisor may designate itself or affiliates as exclusive suppliers. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | In the fiscal year 2023, neither the franchisor nor its affiliate collected or received revenue from restricted source purchases. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | We do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee any note, lease, or other obligation on your behalf. |
Sunbelievable Franchising2 Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
Sunbelievable Franchising2 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.
Sunbelievable Franchising2 System Growth
Sunbelievable Franchising2 currently operates 1 franchised locations and 3 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Audited by Muhammad Zubairy, CPA for year ending December 31.
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