In which states did Floors To Go have zero outlets at the start of 2022?
Floors_To_Go Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
2024 | 0 | | Totals | 2022 | 1 | | | 2023 | 2 | | | 2024 | 5 | TABLE NO. 3 STATUS OF FRANCHISED OUTLETS FOR YEARS 2022 TO 2024*
| State | Year | Outlets at Start of Year | Outlets Opened | Termin -ations | Non- Renew- als | Re- acquired by Fran- chisor | Ceased Opera- tions Other Reasons | Outlets at End of the Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 2022 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| 2023 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | |
| 2024 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | |
| Alaska | 2022 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2023 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| Arizona | 2022 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2023 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Arkansas | 2022 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2023 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | |
| 2024 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | |
| California | 2022 | 27 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 29 |
| 2023 | 29 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 29 | |
| 2024 | 29 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 28 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND MEMBER INFORMATION (FDD pages 37–47)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Floors To Go's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, several states had zero outlets at the beginning of 2022. Specifically, Georgia, Hawaii, Kentucky, Maryland, Massachusetts, Mississippi, North Dakota, Ohio, and Pennsylvania all reported zero outlets at the start of 2022. This indicates that Floors To Go either had not yet expanded into these states or had previously closed all locations there.
For a prospective franchisee, this information is crucial for understanding Floors To Go's market penetration and growth strategy. States with no existing outlets might represent untapped markets with potential for growth, but they could also indicate areas where the brand has struggled or faces significant challenges. It is important to note that Florida is listed in one table as having 11 outlets at the start of 2022, but another table lists Florida as having zero outlets at the start of 2022.
It would be prudent for potential franchisees to investigate why Floors To Go has not established a presence in these states. Understanding the reasons behind this could reveal valuable insights into market demand, competitive pressures, or regulatory hurdles. Additionally, the conflicting information regarding the number of outlets in Florida at the start of 2022 should be investigated.
Furthermore, the FDD also lists the projected new franchised outlets for the current fiscal year (2025). Examining this data in conjunction with the historical outlet information can provide a more complete picture of Floors To Go's expansion plans and priorities. For example, if a state with no prior presence is targeted for new franchise locations, it could signal a strategic initiative to enter new markets.