How many Mr. Sandless outlets were operating in Michigan at the end of 2023?
Mr_Sandless Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| 2024 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 2022 2023 2024 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | ||
| 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | ||
| Indiana | 2022 2023 2024 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 10 |
| 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11 | ||
| 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 9 | ||
| Iowa | 2022 2023 2024 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Kansas | 2022 2023 2024 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | ||
| 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| State | Year Year | Outlets at Start of Year Outlets at Start of Year | Outlets Opened | Termin ations | Non- Renewals | Reacquired By Franchisor | Ceased Operations- Other Reasons | Outlet at End of the Year |
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| Kentucky | 2022 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| 2023 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| 2024 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| Louisiana | 2022 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2023 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | |
| 2024 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | |
| Maryland | 2022 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2023 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| 2024 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| Massachusetts | 2022 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| 2023 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | |
| 2024 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | |
| Michigan | 2022 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11 |
| 2023 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11 | |
| 2024 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 10 |
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 11 Mr. Sandless outlets operating in Michigan at the end of 2023. The table provided in Item 20 of the FDD details the number of outlets at the start of the year, outlets opened, terminations, non-renewals, reacquired by the franchisor, ceased operations for other reasons, and the number of outlets at the end of the year for each state. This information is presented for the years 2022, 2023, and 2024.
For a prospective franchisee, this data offers insights into the stability and growth of the Mr. Sandless franchise within Michigan. The fact that the number of outlets remained constant at 11 from the start to the end of 2023 suggests a stable market presence during that period. This could be interpreted positively, indicating a consistent demand for Mr. Sandless services in Michigan.
However, it's also important to note that no new outlets were opened in Michigan during 2023, and there were no terminations, non-renewals, or closures. This could mean that the existing franchisees were successful enough to maintain their positions, or it could indicate a lack of expansion opportunities or interest in the region. A prospective franchisee should investigate further to understand the dynamics of the Michigan market and the potential for growth.
Overall, the data suggests a stable but not expanding market for Mr. Sandless in Michigan during 2023. A potential franchisee should consider this information in conjunction with other factors, such as local market conditions, competition, and the franchisor's plans for the region, to make an informed decision.