How much revenue does a UPTOWN CHEAPSKATE franchise make?

According to the 2026 FDD, the average gross revenue for a UPTOWN CHEAPSKATE franchise is $1,405,704. The median revenue is $1,312,089.

How much profit can you make with a UPTOWN CHEAPSKATE franchise?

Based on the financial performance data in the FDD, estimated profit for a UPTOWN CHEAPSKATE franchise ranges from $-79,045 to $1,076,696 per year. Actual results vary based on location, management, and market conditions.

Can you get an SBA loan for a UPTOWN CHEAPSKATE franchise?

Yes, SBA loans are available for UPTOWN CHEAPSKATE franchises. Historical data shows 103 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for UPTOWN CHEAPSKATE franchisees, with an average loan amount of $414,189. The historical default rate is 2.9%.

Is UPTOWN CHEAPSKATE a good franchise to buy?

UPTOWN CHEAPSKATE shows several positive indicators: 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.

UPTOWN CHEAPSKATE

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Uptown Cheapskate franchises retail stores that purchase used merchandise outright from local customers and sell high-quality used and new brand name teen and young adult clothing and accessories at substantial discounts. The business model emphasizes customer value in the resale, consignment, and retail clothing market through a proprietary system including store design, merchandising, and operations support. It targets high school and college-aged teens and young adults with seasonal sales peaks in back-to-school and spring periods.

$364K–$682K

Investment

Since 2008

Franchising

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RetailNorth Salt Lake, UTBaseCamp Franchising, LLCwww.uptowncheapskatefranchise.comDisclaimer

Franchise Costs

Franchise Fee

$35,000

Item 5 of FDD

Initial Investment Range

$364,015 – $682,215

Low: $364,015High: $682,215

Item 7 of FDD

Royalty Rate

5.00%

of gross sales

Brand Fund

0.50%

Item 6 of FDD

Fixed Monthly Fees

$350 – $575

Item 6 of FDD

5% royalty + 0.5% marketing fund + $350/mo computer support fee + $225/mo bookkeeping fee (required first year, optional extension)

Financial Performance

Item 19 Financial Performance

Average Gross Revenue

Median Gross Revenue

EBITDA Margin

Top Quartile Revenue

Bottom Quartile Revenue

Average Net Income

Average Gross Profit

Average EBITDA

Data Based On: Data for 115 franchised units operating from November 1, 2024 through October 31, 2025.

* Average EBITDA calculated from Average Net Income ($227,359) divided by Average Gross Sales ($1,405,704). Net Income (10) is defined as 'Income before interest, taxes, depreciation, amortization, and owner's compensation' (Note 10 on Page 3), which matches the definition of EBITDA. Profit range (low and high) is taken directly from the 'Net Income (10)' range provided in the 'FRANCHISED LOCATIONS: GROUP AVERAGE' table (Page 3).

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How UPTOWN CHEAPSKATE Compares

Key Insights

Higher investment than 79% of Specialty Retail franchises

Franchise	Investment	Fee	Royalty	Locations
UPTOWN CHEAPSKATE Current	$364K – $682K	$35K	5.0%	N/A
MERLE NORMAN COSMETICS	$48K – $260K	N/A	N/A	797
CORNWELL	$80K – $324K	N/A	N/A	793
BATTERIES PLUS	$263K – $497K	$45K	5.0%	604
PET SUPPLIES PLUS	$537K – $2.0M	$50K	3.0%	502
WILD BIRDS UNLIMITED	$227K – $379K	$40K	4.0%	340
Specialty Retail Average 47 franchises	$283K – $702K	$39K	5.0%	–

* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 47 Specialty Retail franchises by location count.

SBA Loan History

Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for UPTOWN CHEAPSKATE franchisees (2011 – 2025)

Total Loans

103

Average Loan

$414,189

Total Volume

$42.7M

Default Rate

2.9%

Loans by Year

SBA 7(a) loan activity over time

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

Franchisee Contacts

163 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.

Name	Address	Phone	Email	SBA Loan
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active

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Due Diligence

Litigation (Item 3)

Franchisee Cases1

One arbitration claim by franchisee against predecessor franchisor alleging unlawful earnings claims and poor support; arbitrator ruled franchisor entitled to terminate agreement but awarded $186,750 in damages to franchisee.

Bankruptcy (Item 4)

Bankruptcy HistoryNo

No bankruptcy history reported

System Health (Item 20)

Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year

Terminations

N/A

Non-Renewals

N/A

Reacquired

N/A

Ceased Ops

N/A

Transfers

N/A

Sold to Franchisees

N/A

Projected New

N/A

Frequently Asked Questions

The total initial investment to open a UPTOWN CHEAPSKATE franchise ranges from $364,015 to $682,215. This includes a franchise fee of $35,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 5.0% of gross sales.