Uptown Cheapskate Franchise Opportunity

Uptown Cheapskate is making thrift shopping an upscale experience in franchise locations across the country. 

What We Do

With over 50 stores, the Uptown Cheapskate franchise offers shoppers an upscale experience while shopping for new and gently used, name brand clothing and accessories. Unlike typical consignment, Uptown Cheapskate pays their customers cash or offer in-store credit for gently used items and resells them at up to 70 percent less than found in traditional retail. This is recycling at its best as tens of thousands of items find new homes while helping communities stretch their budgets on fashionable apparel and accessories.

In 2009, the first Uptown Cheapskate opened its doors for business and since then, the franchise has grown to over 40 stores nationwide. As a family-run, closely knit franchise, we believe giving each and every franchise owner personalized support.

As a trademark brand of BaseCamp Franchising, Uptown Cheapskate brings the latest technologies and tools to an industry that’s been experiencing major growth in the past decade. By providing a proprietary buying software and inventory management system, robust employee training, branded marketing and cloud-based reporting tools, we give our franchisees the tools they need to manage stores efficiently and effectively. With more than 20 years of industry experience, we stand behind the mantra that YOUR success is OUR success.

Why own an Uptown Cheapskate

Every year, the average American purchases approximately 68 items of clothing, but most of those items go unworn or are only lightly used. For many people, resale shops are the perfect solution: A meeting of valuable items and bargain prices.

Join a franchise that is recognized as one of the best in the country. Uptown Cheapskate offers incredible growth opportunities and excellent returns in the growing fashion resale industry. Uptown Cheapskate is a recognized resale brand that offers franchisees a proven system for success.

Reasons to own an Uptown Cheapskate:

1. Proven Systems

2. Results-driven Marketing

3. Beautifully-designed Stores

4. Inventory Management and Appraisal Program (IMAP)  

5. Real-time Reporting

6. Extensive Training

7. Territory Availability

8. Continuous Support 

Financial Requirements

The total investment needed to open a Uptown Cheapskate store is $275,000 to $385,000 with liquid assets or cash in the amount of $150,000, net worth between $250,000 to $275,000.

Get Started

Take the first step in becoming an Uptown Cheapskate owner today.