How many Bens Soft Pretzels outlets opened in Alabama during 2024?
Bens_Soft_Pretzels Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| State | Year | Outlets at Start of Year | Outlets Opened | Termina- tions | Non- Renewals | Reacquired by Franchisor | Ceased Operations - Other Reasons | Outlets at the End of the Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 2022 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2023 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | |
| 2024 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 42–46)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bens Soft Pretzels's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, one outlet opened in Alabama during 2024. The table provided in Item 20 of the FDD details the number of outlets opened, terminated, and closed for each state over the past three years.
Specifically, for Alabama in 2024, the table shows that there were two outlets at the start of the year, one outlet opened, and three outlets at the end of the year. There were no terminations, non-renewals, re acquisitions by the franchisor, or outlets that ceased operations for other reasons.
This information is valuable for potential franchisees as it provides insight into the brand's growth and stability in specific locations. The data helps to assess the potential market and the level of support provided to franchisees in different states. It's important to note that past performance does not guarantee future results, but it can be a useful indicator when evaluating a franchise opportunity.