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Stephen Underhill · 23rd May 2007, 12:24 PM

I just wanted to share a letter I received today.

May 23, 2007

Stephen Underhill
SMU Consulting & Equipment Sales
5513 Baton Rouge Blvd
Frisco, TX 75035

Dearest Stephen,

My salon has now been open for 60 days and we are the talk of the town! I would not be in this position if it had not been for SMU Consulting! The best way I could summarize how valuable your services are to me is by using a well known commercial:

Tanning Equipment: $108,000.00
Buildout Expense: $50,000.00
Other Expense: $25,000.00
Stephen Underhill’s Consulting: PRICELESS

Without your services, it would not have mattered how much or how little I would have spent on everything else to start up the tanning salon as I would not have had the vital information that is necessary to make it a success.

As you know, I attempted to obtain an SBA loan for a tanning salon a few years ago and was turned down by three banks. Two years later, after hiring your consulting firm and following your advice, I was approved by the first bank that I submitted the business plan to.

There is an overwhelming amount of tanning equipment out there, especially for someone that is new to the industry. Your expertise proved once again to be PRICELESS. Having the right mix of equipment and equipment that is designed to last and is backed by great customer service is invaluable.

I could go on and on about how many hours and dollars your consulting firm has saved me. It is so nice to know that I have a strong, invaluable source standing behind me and my salon. I would have it no other way!

If at anytime, I could be a reference for your company, it would, without a doubt, be my pleasure to recommend your services.

Sincerely,

Danita Sauerwein,
Australian Sands Tanning Resort

23rd May 2007, 12:24 PM	#51 (permalink)
Stephen Underhill Veteran Join Date: May 2005 Location: Frisco, TX Posts: 381	Re: The Dream of Opening a New Salon I just wanted to share a letter I received today. May 23, 2007 Stephen Underhill SMU Consulting & Equipment Sales 5513 Baton Rouge Blvd Frisco, TX 75035 Dearest Stephen, My salon has now been open for 60 days and we are the talk of the town! I would not be in this position if it had not been for SMU Consulting! The best way I could summarize how valuable your services are to me is by using a well known commercial: Tanning Equipment: $108,000.00 Buildout Expense: $50,000.00 Other Expense: $25,000.00 Stephen Underhill’s Consulting: PRICELESS Without your services, it would not have mattered how much or how little I would have spent on everything else to start up the tanning salon as I would not have had the vital information that is necessary to make it a success. As you know, I attempted to obtain an SBA loan for a tanning salon a few years ago and was turned down by three banks. Two years later, after hiring your consulting firm and following your advice, I was approved by the first bank that I submitted the business plan to. There is an overwhelming amount of tanning equipment out there, especially for someone that is new to the industry. Your expertise proved once again to be PRICELESS. Having the right mix of equipment and equipment that is designed to last and is backed by great customer service is invaluable. I could go on and on about how many hours and dollars your consulting firm has saved me. It is so nice to know that I have a strong, invaluable source standing behind me and my salon. I would have it no other way! If at anytime, I could be a reference for your company, it would, without a doubt, be my pleasure to recommend your services. Sincerely, Danita Sauerwein, Australian Sands Tanning Resort