FDD-based startup cost, franchise fee, revenue, profit, SBA default rate, and investment risk signals for Sharkey’s Cuts for Kids.
Based on 2025 FDD · 7 filings in corpus
Cost and profit at a glance
Based on FDDIQ's FDD corpus, a Sharkey’s Cuts for Kids franchise shows an estimated initial investment of $197K – $336K. Reported owner economics show $126K. Use the links below to compare the cost, revenue, SBA loan history, and ROI against other franchises before you request the full FDD.
Quick fee read: $45K franchise fee · 1% royalty/ad burden. These figures are directional screening data, not a substitute for reading the current FDD and speaking with existing operators.
Sharkey’s Cuts for Kids requires a total initial investment of $197K to $336K (midpoint approximately $267K), with an initial franchise fee of $45K. The ongoing fee burden is 1% . This is below the industry average of approximately 15.5%, leaving more margin for the operator.
According to Item 19 of the 2025 FDD, the median revenue for Sharkey’s Cuts for Kids locations is $419K. The implied franchisee EBITDA is approximately $126K, based on the margin assumptions disclosed in the FDD. The estimated cash-on-cash return is 47.1% with a payback period of approximately 2.1 years.
Sharkey’s Cuts for Kids operates approximately 22 franchised units. The SBA 7(a) loan default rate of 4.5% is in line with industry norms of approximately 7.2%.
Prospective franchisees should verify all figures against the most recent FDD, conduct validation calls with multiple existing franchisees, and consult with a franchise attorney before signing any agreement.
Analysis based on 2025 FDD filing. FDDIQ Editorial Team · Methodology
Estimated using sector-average margins. Actual franchise economics vary by location, operator, and market conditions.
Industry averages based on FranchiseIQ corpus benchmarks. ▲ = better than avg, ▼ = worse.
Real lending data from SBA 7(a) loans (2012-2025). 72 loans across 21 states.
Source: SBA 7(a) loan data via FOIA. Default rate = charged-off loans / total originated. Industry avg default rate ~7.2%.
Common questions buyers ask about Sharkey’s Cuts for Kids, answered from FDD and SBA data.
The total initial investment for a Sharkey’s Cuts for Kids franchise ranges from $197K to $336K, according to their Franchise Disclosure Document.
Royalty fee details for Sharkey’s Cuts for Kids are available in their FDD. Contact the franchisor for current terms.
The initial franchise fee for Sharkey’s Cuts for Kids is $45,000.
There are approximately 22 Sharkey’s Cuts for Kids franchise locations as of 2023.
The median revenue for a Sharkey’s Cuts for Kids franchise is $419K, with a cash-on-cash return of 47.1%, according to FDD Item 19 data.
Sharkey’s Cuts for Kids has an SBA loan default rate of 4.5% based on SBA 7(a) loan data.
Whether a Sharkey’s Cuts for Kids franchise is worth it depends on total startup cost, royalty burden, FDD Item 19 economics, SBA loan performance, and local operator execution. FDDIQ compares these signals against similar franchises so buyers can screen the opportunity before paying for diligence.
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