Guides
Salon business, explained properly
Practical guides for stylists, booth renters, and salon owners—each one honest about what varies by state, what needs a professional, and where the free tools can carry the math.
Money & margin
How Much Booth Rent Can You Afford?
A budgeting framework for booth renters: work backward from realistic revenue, treat rent near 30% of service revenue as a stress signal, and account for the costs the rent check hides.
Read the guide →Pay structures
How to Compare Salon Commission Splits
Why a commission percentage means nothing on its own: compare total compensation, product charges, benefits, education, and support — not the split number alone.
Read the guide →Pricing
How to Raise Salon Prices Without Losing Clients
A practical sequence for raising service prices: know your floor, give a full booking cycle of notice, communicate directly, and test the trade-off before you commit.
Read the guide →Opening a salon
What It Really Costs to Open a Salon
A planning framework for salon opening costs: construction by finish level, equipment, deposits, licensing, contingency, and the working capital most first budgets forget.
Read the guide →Taxes & classification
W-2 or 1099? Employment Status for Stylists, Explained
What W-2 and 1099 actually mean for stylists: withholding, self-employment tax, deductions, why the label doesn't decide your status, and when to make estimated payments.
Read the guide →Client systems
Writing a No-Show and Cancellation Policy Clients Respect
How to write a salon cancellation policy that protects your calendar without souring relationships: notice windows, fees, cards on file, placement, and consistent administration.
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