How many Chesters franchises were transferred to new owners in Washington during 2023?
Chesters Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
2022 to 2024
| State | Year | Number of Transfers |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 2022 | 0 |
| 2023 | 1 | |
| 2024 | 3 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 38–48)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Chesters's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there were zero franchise transfers to new owners in Washington during 2023.
This information is detailed in Table No. 2, which specifically tracks transfers of outlets from franchisees to new owners, excluding transfers back to Chesters itself. The table provides a state-by-state breakdown of these transfers for the years 2022, 2023, and 2024.
For a prospective franchisee, this data indicates the stability of Chesters franchises in Washington. A low number of transfers could suggest that franchisees are generally satisfied with their businesses and are not looking to sell. However, it could also mean that it may be difficult to acquire an existing Chesters franchise in Washington, as few become available.