Find the right nail salon location and sign a lease that protects you.
Your location decides most of your results before you paint a single nail. We help you choose the right spot and negotiate the lease before you sign anything.
Where new owners lose the most money
A lease is usually the biggest contract a new salon owner signs, and it's the hardest one to get out of. Three location mistakes come up again and again.
Picking a spot on cheap rent
Low rent with no foot traffic and no parking costs more in empty chairs than it saves on the lease.
Ignoring the competition
Opening next to an established salon with a loyal crowd and lower prices makes the first year much harder.
Signing before reading
Personal guarantees, rent escalations and who pays for plumbing and ventilation can quietly add thousands a year.
What's included
Score every location
We compare each site on traffic, visibility, parking, household income nearby and how many salons already serve the area.
Know who you're up against
We look at nearby salons' prices, reviews and services so you can position yours where there's room to win.
Read every clause with you
We walk through the lease line by line and flag the terms worth negotiating before you sign.
Ask for the right things
Free rent during build-out, a tenant improvement allowance, rent caps and a shorter personal guarantee are all on the table.
Know your number first
We build your startup budget with you, so you know what the salon will really cost before you commit to a space.
Save on the build-out
A space that was already a salon or spa can cut plumbing and ventilation costs a lot. We help you spot them.
How it works
Set your criteria
Budget, size, number of stations, target clients and the areas you're considering.
Tour and score sites
You tour the spaces. We score each one and tell you which ones are worth pursuing.
Negotiate and sign
We prepare your negotiation points and review the final lease before you sign.
Common questions
Something else on your mind? Call us at (470) 971-5008.
How big should a nail salon space be?
Most nail salons we plan fall between about 1,000 and 2,500 square feet. The right size depends on how many manicure and pedicure stations you want, plus room for a front desk, waiting area, back room and restroom.
Do you help with salons that already have a lease signed?
Yes. If you've already signed, we review the lease so you know your obligations, then move straight into planning your build-out and launch.
Do you find locations outside Georgia?
Yes. We work with owners nationwide. You tour the spaces locally and we handle the scoring, comparison and lease review with you by video.
Are you a real estate broker or attorney?
No. We're consultants. We help you evaluate sites and spot terms worth negotiating, and we recommend having a real estate attorney review the final lease before you sign.
Your salon starts with one call.
We take on 4 new salon owners each month, so every client gets hands-on help.
Book a free strategy call