Uptown Cheapskate

Franchise Overview

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Uptown Cheapskate operates upscale-designed resale clothing stores that buy gently used, trendy apparel directly from the public and resell it to teens and young adults at deeply discounted prices, combining a curated retail experience with a community-driven, sustainable business model.

Key Highlights

Dual revenue stream from buying low and reselling at competitive prices
Upscale store aesthetic that sets it apart from traditional thrift shops
Taps into the fast-growing sustainability and secondhand retail movement
Over a decade of consecutive recognition on major franchise ranking lists

With comprehensive training, ongoing operational support, and a charitable partnership supporting school construction abroad, Uptown Cheapskate offers retail-minded franchisees a well-rounded, community-conscious brand in a booming sector.

Just the Facts

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In Business Since2009

Number of Units148

Min Liquid Capital$150,000

Required Networth$250,000

$$$Total Investment$364K – $682K

Uptown Cheapskate Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDD)

These official Uptown Cheapskate FDDs contain 23 sections of federally mandated disclosures such as franchisee obligations, franchisor litigation, and financial performance. FDD's are typically 100+ pages long and are critical to evaluate when researching a franchise.

Available Documents

Uptown Cheapskate FDD 2026

April 2026

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Uptown Cheapskate FDD 2025

April 2025

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Uptown Cheapskate FDD 2024

April 2024

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Uptown Cheapskate FDD 2023

April 2023

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Uptown Cheapskate FDD 2022

October 2022

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Uptown Cheapskate FDD 2022

April 2022

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Uptown Cheapskate FDD 2021

April 2021

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Uptown Cheapskate FDD 2020

April 2020

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Uptown Cheapskate FDD 2019

April 2019

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Uptown Cheapskate FDD 2018

April 2018

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Uptown Cheapskate FDD 2017

May 2017

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Uptown Cheapskate FDD 2016

April 2016

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Uptown Cheapskate FDD 2015

July 2015

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