What was the net change in the number of franchised Endless Summer Sweets outlets during 2022?

According to Endless Summer Sweets's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, the net change in the number of franchised outlets during 2022 was 0. Specifically, the number of franchised outlets at the start of 2022 was 0, and the number at the end of the year remained at 0. This indicates that no new franchised locations opened, and no existing ones closed or were reacquired during that year.

This lack of change in franchised outlets could be interpreted in several ways. It might suggest that Endless Summer Sweets was a very new franchise system at the time, still in the early stages of development. Alternatively, it could indicate challenges in attracting new franchisees or retaining existing ones. A prospective franchisee should investigate further to understand the reasons behind this static number.

It's important to note that while the net change was 0, this doesn't necessarily mean there was no activity within the franchise system. There could have been transfers of ownership, for example, even if the total number of outlets remained the same. However, in this case, the FDD indicates that there were no transfers of outlets from franchisees to new owners during 2022 either.

Overall, the information suggests a period of stagnation in terms of franchised outlet growth for Endless Summer Sweets during 2022. A potential franchisee should carefully consider this information and seek clarification from the franchisor regarding their growth strategy and the factors influencing the number of franchised outlets.