What was the total number of Expense Reduction Analysts outlets at the end of 2023?
Expense_Reduction_Analysts Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| STATE | YEAR | OUTLETS AT START OF YEAR | OUTLETS OPENED | TERMINATIONS | NON- RENEWALS | REACQUIRED BY FRANCHISOR | CEASED OPERATIONS- OTHER REASONS | OUTLETS AT END OF THE YEAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NY 15 | 2022 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| 2023 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | |
| 2024 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| OH | 2022 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2023 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| 2024 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| OK, | 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| AR16 | ||||||||
| 2023 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| PA 16 | 2022 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| 2023 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 8 | |
| 2024 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 | |
| TX 9 | 2022 | 21 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 18 |
| 2023 | 18 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 22 | |
| 2024 | 22 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 23 | |
| VA 17 | 2022 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2023 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | |
| 2024 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | |
| WA 18 | 2022 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| 2023 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | |
| 2024 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | |
| Total | 2022 | 145 | 10 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 10 | 136 |
| Outlets | ||||||||
| 2023 | 136 | 23 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 144 | |
| 2024 | 144 | 30 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 161 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (REGIONAL FRANCHISEES) (FDD pages 52–57)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Expense Reduction Analysts's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the total number of outlets at the end of 2023 was 144. This is based on specific state-by-state reporting, as well as a total count provided in the document. This number reflects changes from the beginning of the year, including outlets opened, terminations, non-renewals, reacquisitions by the franchisor, and outlets that ceased operations for other reasons.
Specifically, at the start of 2023, there were 136 outlets. Throughout 2023, Expense Reduction Analysts opened 23 new outlets, experienced 6 terminations, had no non-renewals, reacquisitions by the franchisor totaled 2, and 7 outlets ceased operations for other reasons. This activity resulted in a net increase of 8 outlets, bringing the total to 144 by the end of 2023.
Prospective franchisees should note that these figures provide a snapshot of the franchise system's growth and stability. Analyzing these trends over multiple years can offer insights into the brand's performance and the factors influencing outlet openings and closures. It's also important to consider the specific reasons behind terminations or closures, as these could indicate potential challenges within the franchise system.