From whom is the financial performance data derived for All County franchises?
All_County Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
or supplements the information provided in this Item 19, for example, by providing information about possible performance at a particular location or under particular circumstances.
The information presented below is the only financial performance data provided relative to the purchase of an ALL COUNTY® franchise business, and this information is derived from data reported to us by our franchisees. The information presented below does not include any information relating to our company operated location. A number of characteristics of the included franchise outlets may differ materially from those of a franchise outlet that may be offered to a prospective franchisee, such as geographic location of the franchise, demographics of the franchise territory, economic stability of the franchise market, number of rental units available for lease in the franchise territory, amount and degree of competition in the franchise territory, the amount and medium of advertising selected by the franchisee, and a franchisee's ability to manage the business.
Source: Item 19 — Financial Performance Representations (FDD pages 34–38)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to All County's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the financial performance data presented is derived from information reported by All County franchisees. The FDD specifies that the financial data does not include any information from company-operated locations. This means that the revenue figures and performance metrics provided are based solely on the operational results of existing franchise units.
This is a common practice in franchising, as it gives prospective franchisees an idea of what they might expect based on the performance of similar franchise locations. However, All County notes that the characteristics of the included franchise outlets may differ materially from those of a franchise outlet that may be offered to a prospective franchisee. These differences can include geographic location, demographics, economic stability, the number of rental units available, the degree of competition, advertising strategies, and the franchisee's management abilities. These factors can significantly impact a new franchisee's potential financial performance.
All County emphasizes that the financial performance data is historical and that individual results may vary. The FDD explicitly states, "Some outlets have earned this amount. Your individual results may differ. There is no assurance that you'll earn this much." This disclaimer highlights the inherent risks and uncertainties involved in starting a new franchise. Prospective franchisees should carefully consider these factors and conduct their own due diligence, including market research and financial planning, to assess the viability of an All County franchise in their specific circumstances. They should also request written substantiation for the financial performance representation, which All County will make available upon reasonable request.