How many company-owned Aerus outlets were in Michigan at the start of 2022?
Aerus Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
37 | | | 2024 | 37 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 34 |
TABLE 4 STATUS OF COMPANY-OWNED OUTLETS(1) FOR YEARS 2022 TO 2024
| State | Year | Outlets at Start of Year | Outlets Opened | Outlets Reacquired from Franchisees | Outlets Closed | Outlets Sold to Franchisees | Outlets at End of Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 2022 |
Source: Item 20 — Outlets and Franchisee Information (FDD pages 61–73)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Aerus's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, at the start of 2022, there were no company-owned Aerus outlets in Michigan. The provided table details the number of company-owned outlets by state for the years 2022, 2023, and 2024.
For a prospective franchisee, this information indicates that Aerus did not operate any company-owned businesses in Michigan during this period. This could suggest that the franchisor is more focused on franchise-led expansion in this state, or that the state is not seen as a viable market for company-owned operations.
It's important to note that while Aerus itself does not operate Aerus Businesses, certain subsidiaries and affiliates do. The absence of company-owned stores in Michigan could mean that the franchisor sees more potential in developing the Michigan market through franchisees rather than through direct company investment. A potential franchisee should consider this when evaluating the market dynamics and support structure available in Michigan.