How many Mr. Sandless outlets in California were reacquired by the franchisor in 2022?
Mr_Sandless Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| State | Year | Outlets at Start of Year | Outlets Opened | Termin ations | Non Renewal s | Reacquire d By Franchisor | Ceased Operations -Other Reasons | Outlet at End of the Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USA | ||||||||
| Alabama | 2022 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2023 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | |
| 2024 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | |
| Arizona | 2022 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2023 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | |
| 2024 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | |
| California | 2022 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 6 |
| 2023 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6 | |
| 2024 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | |
| Colorado | 2022 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| 2023 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 8 | |
| 2024 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 7 | |
| Connecticut | 2022 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| 2023 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | |
| 2024 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | |
| Florida | 2022 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2023 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| 2024 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | |
| Georgia | 2022 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 2023 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 36–41)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Mr. Sandless's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there were two outlets in California that were reacquired by Mr. Sandless in 2022. At the start of 2022, there were 5 Mr. Sandless outlets in California. During 2022, 3 new outlets opened, and 2 were reacquired by Mr. Sandless, resulting in 6 outlets at the end of the year.
This information is crucial for prospective franchisees as it provides insight into the stability and performance of existing Mr. Sandless franchises. A high number of reacquired franchises could indicate potential issues with the franchise model or franchisee performance. Conversely, a low number suggests a healthy and sustainable franchise system.
It's important to note that reacquisition doesn't necessarily indicate failure. Mr. Sandless might reacquire a franchise for strategic reasons, such as consolidating operations or taking over a particularly successful location. However, prospective franchisees should investigate the reasons behind any reacquired locations to fully understand the risks and opportunities associated with investing in a Mr. Sandless franchise. Understanding the reasons for reacquisition, whether due to franchisee underperformance, strategic decisions by Mr. Sandless, or other factors, is essential for making an informed investment decision.