What type of financing do you provide?
We use several different outside lenders that include leasing companies as well as the SBA. Contact our office for more information.
How long does it take to open a Solartan?
From the initial signing of the franchise agreement approximately 3-6 months.
What type of training do you provide?
Prior and during opening you will receive formal training at a corporate Solartan® location as well as at your store. Ongoing support is always available. Video internet training is now available.
Does Solartan® help us with the administrative details of owning a business?
Yes, Solartan® will assist you through all the documentation associated with opening your store as well as organizing your office and store. If you do not have a basic knowledge of accounting you will need to hire an accountant.
Where will I buy my tanning products for re-sale?
We have negotiated competitive pricing through volume discounting with our manufactures, we pass on this saving to you. We stock product at our corporate location and fulfill your order promptly.
What do I need to be a successful Solartan® owner operator?
Personal discipline and follow through as well as leadership skills. The ability to motivate others by example will provide a solid foundation to your business. Strong work ethic and an obsession to succeed with utmost respect for your customers and employees are common characteristics of strong owners.
How many employees will I need?
This will vary depending on season, customer count, store size and sales volume. However, a typical store operates with 4-6 pare time employees and a full time manager. Which could be you?
OUR STORES
Owning your own business is the American dream. The ability to create financial freedom and make your own schedule is priceless. Solartan® has the experience, support and energy to make you a successful partner. Solartan® over the years through experience and a relentless will to refine the operations of the company has developed a business model for success in tanning salons that has yet to fail. Our innovative and futuristic stores combined with a powerful marketing plan as well as a strong line of tanning products and equipment makes Solartan® a winner. Solartan® has adopted the phrase “we are only as strong as our weakest link”. Therefore, we will strive at making all of our locations the best they can be.
Solartan® specifics:
All current locations have experienced steady growth.
All locations turn a generous profit.
Lower costs from experience and buying power increase the bottom line.
Solartan® has a beautiful, efficient and cost effective store build out.