How many Expense Reduction Analysts Regional franchises were in operation at the beginning of the year?
Expense_Reduction_Analysts Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Regional | Area Developer | |
|---|---|---|
| Franchises in Operation - Beginning of Year | 144 | 6 |
| New Franchises Granted | 28 | - |
| Transferred to Franchisor | - | 1 |
| Nonrenewals | (1) | (1) |
| Franchises Terminated | (12) | - |
| Franchises in Operation - End of Year | 159 | 6 |
| Franchisor-Owned Operations - End of Year | 2 |
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 58–215)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Expense Reduction Analysts' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there were 144 Regional franchises in operation at the beginning of the year. In addition to Regional franchises, Expense Reduction Analysts also has Area Developer franchises. At the beginning of the year, there were 6 Area Developer franchises.
During the year, 28 new Regional franchises were granted. However, the number of franchises in operation at the end of the year was 159. This indicates that in addition to the new franchises, there were also some terminations and non-renewals. Specifically, there was 1 non-renewal and 12 terminations of Regional franchises during the year.
For a prospective franchisee, this data provides insight into the growth and stability of the Expense Reduction Analysts franchise system. It's important to consider not only the number of new franchises being granted but also the number of franchises that have ceased operations for various reasons. This information can help in assessing the overall health and attractiveness of the franchise opportunity.