How many franchised Buildingstars outlets were operating at the end of 2023?

According to Buildingstars's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there were 1,060 franchised outlets operating at the end of 2023. This number is derived from the provided 'Systemwide Outlet Summary' which tracks the changes in both franchised and company-owned outlets over a three-year period. The table specifically shows the number of franchised Buildingstars locations at the start and end of each year, as well as the net change.

For a prospective franchisee, this information indicates the growth and size of the Buildingstars franchise system. A larger number of existing franchises can suggest a more established brand and potentially a more robust support network. The increase of 151 franchised locations during 2023 indicates a positive trend in franchise expansion for Buildingstars.

It is important to note that these figures do not include franchisees of Buildingstars International, Inc.'s master franchisees, so the total number of outlets may be higher. Additionally, while the table shows the net change in outlets, it does not provide details on why outlets may have closed or been terminated. Reviewing Item 20 in its entirety would give a franchisee a better understanding of outlet turnover.