How many Best Brains outlets were terminated in California during 2024?

According to Best Brains' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there were no terminations of Best Brains outlets in California during 2024. The provided table in Item 20 of the FDD details outlet information by state and year, including the number of outlets at the start of the year, outlets opened, terminations, non-renewals, outlets reacquired by the franchisor, outlets that ceased operations for other reasons, and outlets at the end of the year.

Specifically, for California in 2024, the table shows 11 outlets at the start of the year, 1 outlet opened, and 12 outlets at the end of the year. The 'Terminations' column indicates a value of 0 for California in 2024, meaning no franchise agreements were terminated during that period. This information is crucial for potential franchisees as it provides insight into the stability and performance of existing Best Brains franchises in California.

While no Best Brains franchises were terminated in California during 2024, one franchise did transfer. This means that while the franchise location remained open, the franchisee sold their business to another owner. This is a common occurrence in franchising and can be due to a variety of reasons, such as the franchisee retiring, moving, or simply wanting to pursue other opportunities. A high number of transfers can be a sign of a healthy franchise system, as it indicates that there is a demand for Best Brains franchises.