In what year were Bumper Man outlets first reacquired from a franchisee?
Bumper_Man Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| State | Year | Outlets at Start of Year | Outlets Opened | Outlets Reacquired From Franchisee | Outlets Closed | Outlets Sold to Franchisee | Outlets at End of Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Texas | 2023 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Totals | 2023 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
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, the first reacquisition of a Bumper Man outlet from a franchisee occurred in 2023. Prior to that year, there were no instances of the company reacquiring any of its franchised locations.
Specifically, the data reveals that in 2023, one outlet in Texas was reacquired by Bumper Man. This indicates a change in the franchise network, as it marks the first time the company has taken over an existing franchise rather than opening a new company-owned store or simply transferring ownership between franchisees.
For a potential franchisee, this information is relevant for a few reasons. First, it establishes a precedent: Bumper Man is willing and able to reacquire locations. Second, it raises questions about the circumstances under which a reacquisition might occur. Was the franchisee struggling? Did they violate the franchise agreement? Understanding the reasons behind this reacquisition could provide valuable insight into the potential risks and rewards of investing in a Bumper Man franchise.