In 2024, how many 7 Brew outlets were reacquired by the franchisor across all states?
7_Brew Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Col. 7 | Col. 8 | Col. 9 | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | State | Year | Outlets at Start of Year | Outlets Opened | Termin- ations | Non- Renewals | Reacquired by Franchisor | Ceased Operations - Other Reasons | Outlets at End of the Year | | Alabama | 2022 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | | | 2023 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 7 | | | 2024 | 7 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15 |
| Col. 1 | Col. 2 | Col. 3 | Col. 4 | Col. 5 | Col. 6 | Col. 7 | Col. 8 | Col. 9 |
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| State | Year | Outlets at Start of Year | Outlets Opened | Termin- ations | Non- Renewals | Reacquired by Franchisor | Ceased Operations - Other Reasons | Outlets at End of the Year |
| Arkansas | 2022 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2023 | 3 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12 | |
| 2024 | 12 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 19 | |
| Colorado | 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2024 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | |
| Connecticut | 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2024 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Florida | 2022 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2023 | 1 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11 | |
| 2024 | 11 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 19 | |
| Georgia | 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 73–82)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to 7 Brew's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a total of 3 outlets were reacquired by the franchisor across all states in 2024. This information is detailed in Item 20, which provides an overview of outlet and franchisee information. The states where 7 Brew reacquired franchises in 2024 were Texas (2) and Virginia (1).
For a prospective franchisee, this data indicates the 7 Brew's history of reacquiring franchises. Reacquisitions can occur for various reasons, such as the franchisee's failure to meet performance standards, a mutual agreement to terminate the franchise, or other business-related factors. While the number is relatively low compared to the total number of outlets, it's still an important factor to consider.
It is important to note that the tables also list terminations, non-renewals, and other reasons for ceased operations. Reviewing these figures alongside the reacquisitions can provide a more comprehensive understanding of the stability and performance of the 7 Brew franchise system. A prospective franchisee should inquire about the reasons for any reacquired, terminated, or non-renewed franchises to assess the potential risks and challenges of operating a 7 Brew franchise.
Overall, the information presented in Item 20 offers valuable insights into the dynamics of the 7 Brew franchise network. By carefully analyzing these figures and asking pertinent questions, potential franchisees can make informed decisions about investing in a 7 Brew franchise.