About ManCave for Men Franchise
ManCave for Men is a men's grooming franchise that combines the barbershop experience with spa level services.
Each salon offers haircuts, shaves, nail care, massage, facials, and waxing in a masculine, comfortable environment designed specifically for men who want a comprehensive grooming and relaxation experience under one roof.
The franchise fee is $45,000, and ManCave for Men has been franchising since 2018.
ManCave for Men Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$230K
Average Investment
$284K
Maximum Investment
$338K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $45,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 5% of Gross Revenue of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Brand Fund Contribution: 1% of Gross Revenue, subject to increase to no more than 2% of Gross Revenue; Required Minimum Expenditure for Local Marketing and Advertising: 2% of Gross Revenue | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $229,500 – $338,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $230K–$338K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5% of Gross Revenue) and marketing fee (Brand Fund Contribution: 1% of Gross Revenue, subject to increase to no more than 2% of Gross Revenue; Required Minimum Expenditure for Local Marketing and Advertising: 2% of Gross Revenue) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $45,000 | $45,000 |
| Your Training Expenses | $1,000 | $2,000 |
| Premises deposits | $5,000 | $7,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements, Construction and/or Remodeling | $119,000 | $200,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment | $25,000 | $30,000 |
| Exterior & Interior Signage | $3,000 | $3,500 |
| Business Licenses and Permits | $500 | $1,000 |
| Computer Systems | $1,000 | $1,500 |
| Premises Rent Payments | $4,500 | $6,500 |
| Initial Inventory and Supplies | $3,000 | $5,000 |
| Professional Fees | $3,500 | $10,000 |
| Grand Opening Advertising | $3,000 | $5,000 |
| Insurance | $1,000 | $1,500 |
| Additional Funds – 3 months | $15,000 | $20,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | 50% of the then-current Initial Franchise Fee (Franchise Agreement); $10,000 (Multi-Unit Development Agreement); reduced fees for specific transfers ($1,500 or $3,500) |
| Renewal Fee | $10,000 |
| Technology Fee | Currently $0 |
| Audit Fee | Cost of examination plus related expenses |
| Late Charge | $100 |
| Interest Charge | 18% per annum from due date, or maximum allowed by law |
| Non-Sufficient Funds Fee | $30 |
| Relocation Fee | $2,500 |
| Initial Training (additional personnel) | $250 per person, per day |
| Additional Training | Up to $2,500 for tuition per person annually |
| Remedial Training Fee | Our then-current per diem rate for each trainer, plus travel and other expenses. Our current per diem rate is $250 |
| Interim Management Support Fee | Our then-current per diem rate for on-site management, plus expenses. Our current per diem rate is $250 |
| Evaluation Fee of Unapproved Item or Supplier | Actual costs of inspection and/or testing |
| Exceptional Inspection Fee | $600, plus expenses |
| Critical Operations Standard Violation Fee | $500, plus $250 per week until the violation is resolved |
| Quality Review Services | Actual costs |
| Accounting Services | Actual costs |
| Liquidated Damages | Up to 24 months of Royalty Fees and Brand Fund Contributions |
| Indemnification | Amount of loss or damages plus costs |
| Reimbursement of Cost and Expenses for Non-compliance | Actual costs and expenses |
| Reimbursement of legal fees and expenses | Our legal costs to enforce your obligations |
| Insurance Reimbursement | Amount paid by us for your insurance obligations, plus a 10% administrative fee and our legal fees, if any |
| Taxes | Amount of taxes |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 40 hours (24 classroom, 16 on-the-job) over 3 days, with initial training required 4-8 weeks before opening. |
| Classroom Training | 24 |
| On-the-Job Training | 16 |
| Training Location | Zoom meetings throughout the build period, in-person prior to opening, at franchisor headquarters and/or affiliate-owned outlets, or at the franchisee's new location. |
| Additional Training | Mandatory or optional additional training programs, including annual business meetings or conferences, may be required for up to 10 days per year at a designated location. Fees may apply, and franchisees are responsible for travel, lodging, meals, and wages. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected |
| Exclusive Territory | Yes |
| Territory Size | Approximately a 2.5-mile radius around the Franchised Business premises; or an area with a daytime population of approximately 75,000 in densely populated areas. |
| Description | The territory is located in all or a portion of a listed town, city, or county, identified by a marked map and/or list of one or more contiguous zip codes, and attached to the Franchise Agreement as Attachment 2. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | Two additional terms of 5 years each |
| Renewal Fee | $10,000 |
| Renewal Conditions | Full compliance with the agreement, no more than three default events during the current term, written notice 6 months prior to term end, execution of a new franchise agreement (potentially with different terms/fees), maintenance of premises to current standards, execution of a general release, and compliance with current training requirements. |
| Transfer Fee | 50% of the then-current Initial Franchise Fee for a Franchise Agreement, or $10,000 for a Multi-Unit Development Agreement. Reduced fees ($1,500 or $3,500) apply for specific transfers (e.g., to controlled entities, spouses, parents, or children). |
| Transfer Conditions | Franchisor's decision not to exercise right of first refusal, transferee meets current franchisee standards, transferee signs current franchise agreement (potentially with different terms), transferee completes initial training, all amounts owed to franchisor and third-party creditors are paid, franchisee and transferee sign a General Release, franchisee indemnifies franchisor for misrepresentations, franchisor approves material terms, and payment of transfer fee. |
| Termination for Cause | The franchisor may terminate for various defaults, including non-payment (5-day cure), other breaches (30-day cure), or without cure for non-curable defaults such as misrepresentation, falsifying reports, bankruptcy, failure to open on time, loss of premises, material violation of laws/confidentiality/non-compete, cessation of operations, slander, refusal of audit, significant danger to health/safety, multiple defaults, felony conviction, or actions damaging the brand. |
| Non-Compete Period | During the term of the franchise agreement and for 24 months after termination or expiration. |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term, the franchisee, owners, and spouses (Restricted Parties) cannot directly or indirectly have ownership, lend money, provide services to, or be employed by any competitor. Post-term, Restricted Parties cannot engage in such activities within 5 miles of the former ManCave outlet or any other ManCave outlet (franchised or company-owned) for 24 months. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | The franchisee is required to personally supervise and manage the day-to-day operations. If a manager is hired, they must successfully complete the franchisor's training programs, devote full-time to the job, and not have an interest in a competing business. If the franchisee is a business entity, the manager is not required to have an equity interest but must be approved by the franchisor. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisees must purchase all equipment, fixtures, inventory, supplies, and services from designated suppliers and contractors or in accordance with franchisor specifications. |
| Supply Restrictions | The franchisor's affiliate, Interiors of America, LLC, is an approved supplier for construction services, but its use is not mandatory. The franchisor approves other suppliers based on product quality and specifications, with a 30-day approval process for new vendors. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | Neither the franchisor nor its affiliates received revenue, rebates, discounts, or other material consideration from franchisees' required purchases or leases in the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024. The franchisor reserves the right to do so in the future and keep any such benefits. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | The franchisor does not offer direct or indirect financing, nor does it guarantee any note, lease, or obligation on behalf of the franchisee. |
ManCave for Men Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Revenue Range
$147K – $1.1M
Sample Size
18 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
ManCave for Men Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordManCave for Men has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
ManCave for Men System Growth
Total Units
37
Franchised
28
Company-Owned
9
ManCave for Men currently operates 28 franchised locations and 9 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 2 | 0 | 15 |
| 2023 | 3 | 1 | 18 |
| 2024 | 18 | 1 | 37 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 2
State Registrations
Registered in 14 states: CA, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$397K
Net Income
$168K
Total Assets
$1.8M
Audited by Divine, Blalock, Martin & Sellari, LLC for year ending December 31.
ManCave for Men Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a ManCave for Men franchise ranges from $229,500 to $338,000, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $45,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
ManCave for Men charges a royalty fee of 5% of Gross Revenue of gross sales, plus a Brand Fund Contribution: 1% of Gross Revenue, subject to increase to no more than 2% of Gross Revenue; Required Minimum Expenditure for Local Marketing and Advertising: 2% of Gross Revenue contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the ManCave for Men Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from ManCave for Men to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, ManCave for Men franchise owners report . This is based on a sample of 18 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
ManCave for Men has been franchising since 2018. The FDD shows an investment range of $229,500-$338,000, a 5% of Gross Revenue royalty, and includes an Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $45,000 and the total investment ranges from $229,500 to $338,000 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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