How many Crave Cookies outlets in Alabama ceased operations for other reasons in 2023?
Crave_Cookies Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| State | Year | Outlets at the Start of the Year | Outlets Opened | Termi- Nations | Non-Rene wals | Reacquired by Franchisor | Ceased Operations – Other Reasons | Outlets at End of the Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 2021 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2023 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | |
| 2024 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | |
| Alabama | 2021 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 41–47)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Crave Cookies' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there were zero Crave Cookies outlets in Alabama that ceased operations for 'other reasons' during 2023. This data is based on the table provided in Item 20, which tracks outlet information by state and year.
This means that, at least based on the information reported in the FDD, no unusual or unexpected closures occurred in Alabama during that year. 'Other reasons' for closures can include situations like failure to secure a lease renewal, property damage, or other unforeseen circumstances that force a location to shut down outside of typical business performance issues.
Prospective franchisees should note that while this is positive news for Alabama in 2023, it's essential to investigate the reasons behind any closures in other states or years to understand potential risks. Reviewing the list of former franchisees in Exhibit H and contacting them could provide additional insights into the factors that contribute to outlet closures within the Crave Cookies system.