In 2022, how many Aw outlets in Illinois were sold to a franchisee?
Aw Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| State | Year | Outlets at Start of the Year | Outlets Opened | Outlets Reacquired From Franchisee | Outlets Closed | Outlets Sold to Franchisee | Outlets at End of the Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 2022 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 2023 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Totals | 2022 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 2023 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 37–39)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Aw's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, in 2022, one Aw outlet in Illinois was sold to a franchisee. At the beginning of 2022, there were two Aw outlets in Illinois. During that year, one outlet was sold to a franchisee, resulting in one outlet at the end of the year.
This information is relevant for prospective franchisees as it provides insight into the transfer of ownership within the Aw franchise system. Knowing how many outlets have been sold to franchisees in the past can help potential franchisees understand the stability and potential for growth within the Illinois market. It also gives an indication of the opportunities for existing Aw locations to be purchased by new franchisees.
It is important to note that this data only reflects the number of outlets sold to franchisees and does not provide information on the reasons for these sales. A prospective franchisee should inquire about the performance and history of these transferred outlets to gain a comprehensive understanding of the market dynamics and potential risks involved.