Is the shop priced for the neighborhood? A $60 fade won't sell in a college town as well as it does in a financial district. 4. Staff Retention In this industry, the talent is the business.

Check the lease terms (escalation clauses are common) and equipment age (chairs, HVAC, and water heaters are expensive to replace). 3. Location and "Vibe"

You are behind the chair. You buy a job and a business.

Buying a barbershop is a mix of acquiring a local staple and a precision service business. 1. Define Your Model