Hair Salon Pro Blog
Expert advice on pricing, marketing, and business growth for salon owners and stylists — by Scott Farmer.
TL;DR: How much is a salon suite? Monthly rent runs $800 to $2,500 depending on your market, suite size, and included amenities.…
The questions to ask when renting a salon suite are the difference between a profitable first year and a lease you regret…
TL;DR: About 20% of hair salons fail in the first year. Roughly 50% close within five years. But the real hair salon…
TL;DR 12 clauses, two sides of protection: A salon booth rental contract defines the terms of an independent contractor relationship. The IRS…
TL;DR: No state has a law that says “booth rental is illegal.” But states like California, New Jersey, and Massachusetts use employment…
You love this industry. You chose it. You built something real — a clientele, a reputation, maybe a whole team. And yet…
TL;DR This hair stylist tax deductions checklist covers 25 categories of business expenses that self-employed stylists (booth renters, salon suite owners, independent…
Most stylists who move into a suite do it for freedom. No drama, no manager breathing down their neck, no commission split.…
TL;DR: Five things to know before you keep reading. The stylist income formula works backward from your annual income goal to tell…
Last updated: April 27, 2026 TL;DR The best AI for salons in 2026 covers 4 categories: profit analysis, booking and scheduling, client…