Does an Aunt Millies Bakeries franchisee have the right to expand into additional Sales Areas?

According to Aunt Millies Bakeries's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees do not automatically have the right to expand into additional Sales Areas. To expand, a franchisee must meet Aunt Millie's Bakeries' then-current criteria for new franchisees, demonstrate the capability to operate successfully, and obtain the company's agreement.

This means that existing Aunt Millies Bakeries franchisees are not guaranteed the opportunity to grow their business by acquiring additional territories. They will be evaluated as if they were a new franchisee, and Aunt Millie's Bakeries retains the discretion to decide whether to grant them additional territories.

This policy is not uncommon in franchising, as franchisors typically want to ensure that existing franchisees are meeting performance standards before allowing them to expand. It also allows the franchisor to control the pace and location of expansion to best serve the overall brand strategy. Prospective franchisees should inquire about the specific criteria used to evaluate expansion requests and the availability of additional territories in their desired areas.