How many Epcon Communities outlets ceased operations for other reasons in Iowa during 2022?
Epcon_Communities Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Col. 1 State* | Col. 2 Year | Col. 3 Outlets at Start of Year | Col. 4 Outlets Opened6 | Col. 5 Term- inations | Col. 67 Non- Renewals | Col. 7 Re- acquired by Franchisor | Col. 8 Ceased Operations Other Reasons | Col. 9 Outlets at end of the Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 2022 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 79–85)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Epcon Communities' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, one outlet in Iowa ceased operations for other reasons during 2022. This information is detailed in Item 20, which provides a system-wide outlet summary.
Specifically, the table outlines the number of outlets at the start of the year, outlets opened, terminations, non-renewals, outlets reacquired by the franchisor, outlets that ceased operations for other reasons, and the number of outlets at the end of the year for each state. For Iowa in 2022, the data shows that there were four outlets at the start of the year, three outlets opened, and one outlet ceased operations for other reasons, resulting in six outlets at the end of the year.
This data point is important for prospective franchisees as it provides insight into the stability and potential challenges within the Epcon Communities franchise system in Iowa. Understanding the reasons behind outlets ceasing operations, even if classified as 'other reasons,' can help franchisees assess potential risks and opportunities in the market.