What was the total number of Gokhale Method outlets reacquired from franchisees during 2022?
Gokhale_Method Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
| State | Year | Outletsat Startof Year | Outlets Opened | Terminatio ns | Non Renewals | Reacquired by Franchisor | Ceased Operations Other Reasons | Outletsat Endofthe Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 2021 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2023 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| California | 2021 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 |
| 2022 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | |
| 2023 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | |
| Georgia | 2021 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 2022 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2023 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | |
| Illinois | 2021 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 2022 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2023 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | |
| Louisiana | 2021 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2023 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | |
| Massachusetts | 2021 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2022 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| 2023 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | |
| Montana | 2021 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2023 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| NewYork | 2021 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2022 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | |
| 2023 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | |
| Oregon | 2021 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE REPRESENTATIONS (FDD pages 30–34)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to the 2024 Gokhale Method Franchise Disclosure Document, there were zero outlets reacquired from franchisees in 2022. This data is reflected in the provided tables which detail outlet information by state and year. Specifically, the column 'Outlets Reacquired from Franchisee' shows a consistent '0' for the year 2022 across all listed states, indicating that Gokhale Method did not reacquire any franchised locations during that period.
This lack of re acquisitions could be interpreted positively, suggesting stable franchise operations and a healthy relationship between Gokhale Method and its franchisees. Reacquisitions often occur when a franchisee is struggling or not adhering to the franchise agreement, so a low number can indicate overall franchisee success and satisfaction. However, it is important to consider this in conjunction with other factors such as terminations or non-renewals, which could indicate different types of franchise exits.
Prospective franchisees should note that while no units were reacquired in 2022, this is just one year's data. Reviewing the trend over the three years presented (2021-2023) provides a more comprehensive understanding. Additionally, it's crucial to investigate the reasons behind any terminations, non-renewals, or closures to fully assess the health and stability of the Gokhale Method franchise system. Understanding the circumstances surrounding franchise exits can offer valuable insights into potential challenges and opportunities within the franchise network.