Salon Budget & Forecast Planner

Create monthly money plans that cover payroll, tools, and education without guesswork.

Budget paperwork with calculator and notebooks on a desk
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Monthly budgeting rhythm

  1. Review last month’s revenue and expenses.
  2. Set targets for service, retail, and education revenue.
  3. Allocate funds for payroll, rent, tools, and savings.
Category Goal Notes
Service revenue $45,000 Based on bookings report
Retail revenue $6,000 Focus on finishing products
Education/CE $1,500 Includes travel and fees
Tool investment $800 New shears + sharpening

Downloadable planner

Use the Salon Budget Forecast to track each month. Include actual vs. projected columns to spot trends quickly.

Cash safety nets

  • Keep 1 month of operating expenses in an emergency fund.
  • Set aside a “tool refresh” savings line.
  • Schedule quarterly reviews to adjust for slow seasons.

Share with your team

If you manage stylists, communicate goals: “We’re aiming for $6k retail this month—here’s how we’ll spotlight finishing products.”

Numbers feel less scary when you see them laid out. Make budgeting part of your monthly closing routine.

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