How many Buildingstars outlets ceased operations for 'Other Reasons' in North Carolina during 2022?
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 | 68 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 20 | 48 | |
| NC* | 2023 | 48 | 28 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 68 |
| 2024 | 68 | 32 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 88 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 34–43)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Buildingstars' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there were 20 outlets in North Carolina that ceased operations for 'Other Reasons' during 2022. The FDD specifies that Buildingstars purchased the assets of their Master Franchisee operating in Charlotte, NC, in June 2022, and the 20 franchised outlets that ceased operations did so prior to this purchase.
This information is crucial for potential franchisees as it provides insight into the stability and performance of existing franchises within the Buildingstars system. Understanding the reasons behind franchise terminations or closures can help a prospective franchisee evaluate the risks and opportunities associated with investing in a Buildingstars franchise in a specific region.
It's important to note that the FDD also includes tables showing outlet data for other states and years, allowing for a broader analysis of franchise performance across the Buildingstars system. Reviewing these tables in their entirety can give potential franchisees a more comprehensive understanding of the brand's overall health and regional variations in performance.