What was the total number of Belocal outlets that ceased operations for 'other reasons' in Georgia from 2023-2025?
Belocal Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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| State | Year | Outlets at Start of Year | Outlets Opened | Terminations | Non- Renewals | Reacquired by Franchisor | Ceased Operations - Other Reasons | Outlets at End of Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 2023 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| 2025 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | |
| Arizona | 2023 | 8 | 2 | 0 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 59–70)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Belocal's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a total of 7 Belocal outlets in Georgia ceased operations for 'other reasons' between 2023 and 2025. Specifically, 2 outlets ceased operations for 'other reasons' in 2023, 2 in 2024, and 3 in 2025.
This information is crucial for potential franchisees as it provides insight into the stability and potential risks associated with operating a Belocal franchise in Georgia. 'Ceased Operations - Other Reasons' can encompass a variety of factors, such as poor performance, disputes, or other unforeseen circumstances that lead to a closure that isn't a termination, non-renewal, or reacquisition by the franchisor.
Prospective franchisees should investigate the reasons behind these closures to better understand the challenges and opportunities in the Georgia market. Understanding the specific 'other reasons' for closures can help a franchisee make informed decisions and potentially avoid similar pitfalls. It would be prudent to ask Belocal's franchisor for more details on what constitutes 'other reasons' and the specific circumstances leading to these closures in Georgia.