Franchise analysis
Lemon Tree
Lemon Tree grants franchises for the right to own and operate a single Lemon Tree Family Salon, which offers affordable hair care services and other related services for all members of a customer's family. Franchisees offer services and pro…
Category
Beauty & Personal Care
Total initial investment
$180,794 - $273,939
Franchise fee
$10,000 - $35,000
Ongoing fees
Royalty: 6.0% • Ad fund: 0.0%
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