How many franchised Epcon Communities outlets were there at the end of the 2022 fiscal year?
Epcon_Communities Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Outlet Type | Year | Outlets at the Start of the Year | Outlets at the End of the Year | Net Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franchised | 2022 | 72 | 71 | -1 |
| 2023 | 71 | 73 | +2 | |
| 2024 | 73 | 83 | +10 | |
| Company-Owned* | 2022 | 20 | 13 | -7 |
| 2023 | 13 | 18 | +5 | |
| 2024 | 18 | 18 | 0 | |
| Total Outlets** | 2022 | 92 | 84 | -8 |
| 2023 | 84 | 91 | +7 | |
| 2024 | 91 | 101 | +10 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 79–85)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Epcon Communities' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there were 71 franchised outlets at the end of the 2022 fiscal year. This number reflects a net decrease of 1 outlet during that year, as the year started with 72 franchised outlets.
This information is crucial for potential franchisees as it provides a snapshot of the franchise system's size and stability. A decrease in the number of franchised outlets could indicate challenges within the system, such as closures or terminations. However, it is important to consider this number in the context of overall system growth and other factors, such as the opening of new outlets.
It's also worth noting that Epcon Communities also has company-owned outlets, which numbered 13 at the end of 2022. The total number of Epcon Communities outlets (franchised and company-owned) was 84 at the end of 2022. Reviewing the trends in both franchised and company-owned outlets can provide a more comprehensive understanding of the brand's overall performance and growth strategy.