Booth Rent vs. Commission: Which Is Better for Stylists?

Booth rent vs. commission for stylists, broken down: how each pays, the weekly revenue where renting wins, the W-2 vs. 1099 tax gap, and when to switch.

Do You Owe Taxes on Tips? A Tax Guide for Service Workers

Yes, tips are taxable income you generally must report. Here’s how tip taxes work for W-2 and self-employed service workers, plus how much to set aside.

How Much Do Salon No-Shows Really Cost You Each Year?

Salon no-shows aren’t a nuisance, they’re lost revenue you can put a number on. Here’s the real annual cost, a worked example, and the policies that stop the bleeding.

How to Price Your Salon Services So They Actually Pay You

Stop copying the salon down the street. Price salon and barber services from product cost, your real hours, overhead, and target income, with a worked example.