Also, does having a business degree help with getting a loan or anything because every small business owner I know never graduated from college.
      Answer1:maybe not too much
      Answer2:80,000 to 150,000 dollars
      Answer3:$100 million dollars followed by evil laugh and pinky in the corner of my mouth
      Answer4:check out ehow, they will let you know. When you do start your salon. I am a bookkeeper, i can do your books for you. my email address is susanlee1274@aol.com
      Answer5:SALON AND SPA IS A WASTE DONT OPEN THERE ARE TO MANY THESE DAYS AND U WILL GO BANKRUPT AND GOING TAKE TO LONG FOR LOAN
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      Answer7:Well that depends on what type of product you use and equipment you buy. You can go low end and only need a few thousand or do the right thing and go higher end and pay more but you will make a good name for yourself.
      Answer8:Having a degree does zero for being considered a business loan. What really matters is if your business is a "needed" service, in your community. If you live in a rich, or a resort town....your chances of getting approved would be high. Otherwise, find other funding sources. Minimum required start-up for a salon/spa, is about $75,000-$110,000.
      Answer9:Associations may be a good avenue to explore. These organizations will address many of the thoughts, questions and concerns youll inevitably have as well as many you havent anticipated yet. http://www.ncacares.org/ -- National Cosmetology Associationhttp://www.experienceispa.com/ISPA/ -- International Spa Associationhttp://www.dayspaassociation.com/ -- Day Spa Associationhttp://www.salons.org/index2.html -- The Salon Associationhttp://www.probeautyfederation.org/ -- Professional Beauty Federationhttp://www.naccas.org/ -- The National Accrediting Commission of Cosmetology Arts and Sciences (NACCAS) Research, research, research – this cannot be stressed enough. Read as much as you can about the industry. Here are some book titles that are relevant:* Spa Business Strategies: A Plan for Success by Janet M. DAngelo* SalonOvations Day Spa Operations (S Business Series) by Erica Miller* Start Your Own Hair Salon and Day Spa by Eileen Figure Sandlin* 101 Media and Marketing Tips for Salon Owners, Stylists and Managers by Nanette Miner* Successful Salon Management, 5E by Edward Tezak* Beyond Beauty: Cosmetology Business Information and Resources by Janie BuchananThere are plenty of free informational resources out there. Check out these free articles:http://ezinearticles.com/?Making-A-Solid... – Making a Solid Spa Business Plan by Shaunta Pleasanthttp://ezinearticles.com/?Producing-A-Su... – Producing a Successful and Complete Salon Business Plan by Shaunta Pleasanthttp://www.ezinearticles.com/?Buying-Who... – Buying Wholesale Salon Equipment by Josh RiversideHope that helps! I wish you much success & happiness in all your ventures!
      Answer10:search: Business Empire MagazineIt wont let me put a link but they have a lot of useful information related to business that should answer your questions.