FAQ

ChairShift is designed for hairstylists who are seriously considering moving from commission-based work to owning or renting their own salon suite. Whether you're just starting to think about it or you're actively planning, ChairShift helps you understand if you're financially ready to make the leap.

Currently, yes. The Suite Readiness Report is specifically built for hairstylists and cosmetologists who are evaluating whether to go independent. The calculations, benchmarks, and recommendations are tailored to the salon industry.

A financial readiness analysis that takes your business numbers—clients, pricing, costs—and tells you whether a suite move makes sense. Complete a short intake questionnaire, and we send you a detailed report with your readiness status and next steps.

No. This is a data-driven report. You submit your inputs, and we send you an analysis. No calls, no follow-up sales.

No. The report provides informational guidance based on your numbers, but it is not legal, tax, or financial advice. We recommend consulting with appropriate professionals (accountants, lawyers, financial advisors) for advice specific to your situation.

Basic gives you a quick readiness verdict with break-even analysis and risk flags. Pro goes deeper with multiple income scenarios, specific pricing recommendations, what needs to change before you're ready, and a 30-day action plan. If you're serious about making this decision, Pro gives you more to work with.

After you complete the intake questionnaire, your report is prepared and delivered to your email within 24 hours. Most people complete the intake in under 10 minutes.

That's still a valuable outcome. Knowing you're not ready now—and understanding why—helps you make a plan to get ready. The report includes specific recommendations for what to work on.

You'll answer questions about your average weekly clients, average ticket, current income, expected suite rent, business costs, pricing plans, target income, and expected client follow rate. No records needed—just your best estimates based on your current situation.

No. You complete the intake, we send the report. No calls required, no follow-up sales. Just the information you need.

Absolutely. In fact, this is the perfect time to use it. The earlier you understand your readiness, the more time you have to prepare. Whether you're 12 months out or just starting to explore, the report gives you a baseline to work from.

The report still helps. You'll enter your specific suite rent and costs, and get an analysis of whether your numbers support that particular move. It's not too late to get clarity before you sign.

Yes. The report includes a break-even analysis that tells you approximately how many clients you need to cover your costs and hit your income goals. This is one of the most valuable insights in the report.

You'll receive an email with a link to complete your intake questionnaire. After you submit your answers, your report is generated and sent to your inbox within 24 hours.

Because the report is personalized based on your specific inputs, we cannot offer refunds once the report has been delivered. Please review the sample report on our homepage or read the FAQ carefully before purchasing to ensure ChairShift meets your needs.

Yes. Payment is processed securely through Stripe. Your intake answers are used solely to generate your report and are never shared with third parties. See our Privacy Policy for full details.