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Archive: November 2025

On November 5th, 2025

The Pros & Cons of Owning a Franchise

Tyler Gordon | November 6, 2025     TLDR: Franchise ownership can offer a powerful path to business success, particularly for those seeking a proven model, brand recognition, and operational support – but it’s not without tradeoffs, particularly when you consider fees and autonomy. This guide explores the pros and cons of owning a franchise ...

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On November 5th, 2025

How Much Does Uptown Cheapskate Cost?

Tyler Gordon | April 15, 2024   Low Uptown Cheapskate Cost of Ownership, meet high potential for returns Uptown Cheapskate is unlike other resale clothing franchises on the market because our stores don’t feel cheap. Unlike the cluttered and untidy competition, Uptown Cheapskate offers an upscale resale experience that empowers our customers to save tons ...

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On November 5th, 2025

How Much Money Can I Make with Uptown Cheapskate?

Tyler Gordon | February 20, 2024   Uptown Cheapskate franchise offers a proven business model with high profit potential “How much money can I make?” This question is perhaps the most common question any entrepreneur has about a business opportunity – and for good reason. You want to know if it will be worth it ...

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On November 5th, 2025

Meet the Uptown Cheapskate Team

Tyler Gordon | December 12, 2024     Our leadership team has decades of experience in the retail and franchise industries, bringing expertise across every functional area of our business. We’re also passionate about what we do and prioritize what matters most: franchisee success and satisfaction. Tyler Gordon Co-Chief Executive Officer Tyler joined BaseCamp as ...

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On August 27th, 2021

Uptown Cheapskate Rewards Your Wardrobe and Your Wallet

Tyler Gordon | October 7, 2025 The love of thrifted finds and a return to social gatherings are driving the already booming resale clothing industry As the world adjusts to a new normal, people are venturing out more from home to work, socialize and shop. Many consumers want to treat themselves to a wardrobe update, ...

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On October 5th, 2017

Uptown Cheapskate is More Than a Thrift Store Franchise

Tyler Gordon | May 26, 2024     Just when you thought you’ve seen everything the secondhand market has to offer, Uptown Cheapskate raises the bar, delivering an upscale experience that redefines resale, one article of gently used clothing at a time. For customers, our first-class clothing store franchise concept means more organized store layouts, enthusiastic team ...

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