In 2023, how many Buildingstars outlets ceased operations for 'Other Reasons' in Missouri?
Buildingstars Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Outlets at Start of | Outlets | Termina | Non | Reacquired by | Ceased Operations - | Outlets at End of the | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| State | Year | Year | Opened | tions | Renewals | Franchisor | Other Reasons | Year |
| 2022 | 193 | 47 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 24 | 216 | |
| IL | 2023 | 216 | 60 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 262 |
| 2024 | 262 | 55 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 44 | 273 | |
| 2022 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| IN | 2023 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2022 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | |
| KS | 2023 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| 2024 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 7 | |
| 2022 | 180 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 183 | |
| MO | 2023 | 183 | 26 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 196 |
| 2024 | 196 | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 25 | 192 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 34–43)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Buildingstars' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, in 2023, 13 outlets in Missouri ceased operations for "Other Reasons". At the start of 2023, there were 183 Buildingstars outlets in Missouri. During the year, 26 new outlets were opened, and 13 ceased operations for other reasons, resulting in 196 outlets at the end of 2023.
It is important to note that "Other Reasons" for ceasing operations can be varied and may include factors such as the franchisee's personal circumstances, failure to meet performance standards, or mutual agreement to terminate the franchise agreement. Prospective franchisees should inquire with Buildingstars about the specific reasons for closures in their target market to better understand the local dynamics and potential challenges.
Understanding the reasons behind outlet closures can help potential franchisees assess the stability and risks associated with investing in a Buildingstars franchise in a particular area. While some level of turnover is normal in any franchise system, a high number of closures for "Other Reasons" could indicate underlying issues that warrant further investigation.