In which states has Bumper Man signed franchise agreements where the outlet is not yet opened?
Bumper_Man Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
able No. 5 Projected Openings as of December 31, 2024
| State | Franchise Agreements Signed But Outlet Not Opened | Projected New Franchised Outlet In The Next Fiscal Year | Projected New Company-Owned Outlet In the Next Fiscal Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Michigan | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Pennsylvania | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Texas | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| State | Franchise Agreements Signed But Outlet Not Opened | Projected New Franchised Outlet In The Next Fiscal Year | Projected New Company-Owned Outlet In the Next Fiscal Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Total | 0 | 7 | 0 |
Unless otherwise noted, the information in the charts in this Item 20 are provided as of December 31st of each year:
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Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 38–44)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bumper Man's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there are several states where franchise agreements have been signed, but the outlets are not yet opened. Specifically, the document indicates that there are franchise agreements signed but outlets not yet opened in Wisconsin, Florida, Michigan, Pennsylvania and Texas.
For a prospective franchisee, this information is crucial as it provides insight into the brand's expansion and market penetration strategy. It suggests where Bumper Man is focusing its growth efforts and where there may be opportunities to establish a new franchise. However, it's important to note that the absence of open outlets despite signed agreements could indicate potential delays in the opening process, which could be due to various factors such as site selection, permitting, or construction issues.
It is also important to note that the table provides projections for new franchised outlets in the next fiscal year. These projections do not necessarily correlate with the states where agreements are already signed but outlets are not yet open. A prospective franchisee should inquire about the reasons for any delays in opening outlets in these states and understand the timeline for new outlet openings to assess the potential risks and opportunities associated with investing in a Bumper Man franchise.