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PALM BEACH TAN

PALM BEACH TAN

Palm Beach Beauty & Tan franchises operate locations offering tanning services including UV tanning beds, sunless self-tanning booths, infrared saunas, and related beauty, wellness, and spa products and accessories. The business model provides franchise agreements for single locations or development agreements for multiple units in designated territories, with standardized operations, training, marketing, and support under the Palm Beach Beauty & Tan brand. They target men and women aged 18-54 with lower middle to upper incomes in high-visibility, high-traffic retail centers.

Since 2001ServicesIrving, TXPalm Beach Tan, Inc.www.palmbeachtan.com
Item 19 AvailableSBA Loan Data

Disclaimer: This information was extracted using AI from public Franchise Disclosure Documents and should be independently verified. This is not financial or legal advice. Always review official FDD filings before making investment decisions.

Overview

Investment
$648,453 - $1,131,247
Franchise Fee
$30,000
Locations
397

Financial Requirements

Franchise Fee$30,000
Initial Investment Range$648,453 - $1,131,247
Royalty Rate6.00%
Brand Fund2.00%
Fixed Monthly Fees$688 - $705

Tiered royalty (4%-6% of Gross Sales) + 2% ad fund + $688-$705/mo fixed fees (SunLync support, digital programs, music, audit, etc.)

Franchise Stats

Franchise Locations397
Corporate Locations253
States Operating26
Franchising Since2001
FDD Year2025

Financial Performance

Item 19 Financial Performance

Average Gross Revenue
$526,688
Median Gross Revenue
$483,575

Data Based On: Data is based on 391 franchised Legacy Locations that were in operation during the entire 12-month period ended December 31, 2024.

* 1. Average gross revenue and median gross revenue for franchised units are directly extracted from Page 6, Table 1, 'TOTAL REVENUES(2)'. 2. 'best_guess_profit_low' and 'best_guess_profit_high' are estimated EBITDA for franchised units. This estimation is based on the assumption that franchised units have a similar operating cost structure (before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization) to company-owned units, as implied by the statement on Page 7 that they are 'substantially similar'. 3. Company-owned operating costs (pre-EBITDA) range from a low of $203,050 to a high of $699,026, as per Page 3, Table 1. 4. Additional franchisee-specific costs (not included in the company-owned operating costs) are sourced from Page 3 ('Annual Costs Legacy Brand Franchisees Will Incur Not Included in Costs Above') and Page 4 (advertising contribution requirement). These include: - Royalties (Subsequent Years): $28,109 - Customer Experience Management Program: $480 - Sunlync and Software Support Fee: $3,600 - Advertising fund contribution (2% of average gross revenue $526,688): $10,533.76 - Local advertising spend (3.5% of average gross revenue $526,688): $18,434.08 - Total additional franchisee costs: $28,109 + $480 + $3,600 + $10,533.76 + $18,434.08 = $61,156.84 5. 'best_guess_profit_low' calculation: Average Gross Revenue ($526,688) - (Highest Company-Owned Operating Costs ($699,026) + Total Additional Franchisee Costs ($61,156.84)) = -$233,494.84. 6. 'best_guess_profit_high' calculation: Average Gross Revenue ($526,688) - (Lowest Company-Owned Operating Costs ($203,050) + Total Additional Franchisee Costs ($61,156.84)) = $262,481.16.

Extracted Item 19 Section

How PALM BEACH TAN Compares to Other Beauty & Spa Services Franchises

Key Insights

  • Higher investment than 84% of Beauty & Spa Services franchises
  • Top 10 largest franchise system in Beauty & Spa Services
  • One of the lowest SBA loan default rates in Beauty & Spa Services
FranchiseInvestment RangeFranchise FeeRoyaltyLocations
PALM BEACH TAN
Current
$648K - $1.1M$30K6.0%397
SPORTS CLIPS (SINGLE UNIT)$289K - $475K$30K6.0%1,754
SUPERCUTS$186K - $323K$40K6.0%1,701
DaVi Nails and Em Lash Studio$61K - $144K$65KN/A400
DAVI NAILS$57K - $125K$65K0.0%387
PHENIX SALON SUITES$721K - $2.4M$53KN/A367
Beauty & Spa Services Average
45 franchises
$397K - $729K$49K6.1%-

* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 45 Beauty & Spa Services franchises by location count.

Locations & Growth

Outlet Growth Over Time

Total outlets at end of each year

Geographic Distribution (2024)

Outlets by state across the United States

Top States by Outlet Count
1OH
38
2TX
35
3AL
34
4CA
33
5SC
27
6CO
26
7MO
24
8NC
21
9IN
18
10OK
16
11AR
15
12OR
14
13MN
12
14UT
12
15NE
11

+10 more states

SBA Loan History

Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for PALM BEACH TAN franchisees (2011 - 2025)

Total Loans
11
Average Loan Amount
$1,518,891
Total Loan Volume
$16,707,800
Default Rate
0.0%

Loans by Year

* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.

Franchisee Contacts

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Due Diligence

Litigation (Item 3)

Franchisee Litigation Cases0

No litigation involving franchisees reported in the FDD.

Bankruptcy (Item 4)

Bankruptcy HistoryNo

No bankruptcy history reported in the FDD.

System Health (Item 20)

Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year

Terminations
8
Non-Renewals
0
Reacquired by Franchisor
0
Ceased Operations (Other)
0
System Transfers
6
Sold to Franchisees
0
Projected New Franchises
4

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a PALM BEACH TAN franchise?

The total initial investment to open a PALM BEACH TAN franchise ranges from $648,453 to $1,131,247. This includes a franchise fee of $30,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 6.0% of gross sales.

How much revenue does a PALM BEACH TAN franchise make?

According to the 2025 FDD, the average gross revenue for a PALM BEACH TAN franchise is $526,688. The median revenue is $483,575.

How much profit can you make with a PALM BEACH TAN franchise?

Based on the financial performance data in the FDD, estimated profit for a PALM BEACH TAN franchise ranges from $-233,494.84 to $262,481.16 per year. Actual results vary based on location, management, and market conditions.

How many PALM BEACH TAN franchise locations are there?

As of the 2025 FDD, PALM BEACH TAN has 397 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 2001.

Can you get an SBA loan for a PALM BEACH TAN franchise?

Yes, SBA loans are available for PALM BEACH TAN franchises. Historical data shows 11 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for PALM BEACH TAN franchisees, with an average loan amount of $1,518,891. The historical default rate is 0.0%.

Is PALM BEACH TAN a good franchise to buy?

PALM BEACH TAN shows several positive indicators: established brand with 397+ locations, transparent financial performance data (Item 19), low SBA loan default rate. However, franchise success depends on many factors including location, local market conditions, and owner involvement. We recommend speaking with existing franchisees and consulting with a franchise attorney before making a decision.

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