What specific factors contributed to the Territory score of 50/100, which is below the typical range for this franchise type?
#1
Does the franchise agreement provide exclusive territory protection, and if so, what geographic boundaries and remedies are defined?
#2
What encroachment protections exist to prevent the franchisor from placing competing units within or near a franchisee's territory?
#3
Can you provide detailed financial performance data (Item 19) showing median and average gross sales for existing franchisees?
#4
What is the initial franchise term length and how many renewal options are available?
#5
What are the specific royalty, advertising fund, and technology fees charged to franchisees?
#6
How many franchise units currently operate and what was the unit count 1, 3, and 5 years ago?
#7
What is the annual unit exit rate, including both terminations and non-renewals?
#8
Are there any pending or settled litigation cases involving the franchisor in the past 3 years?
#9
What are the transfer and renewal fee amounts, and under what conditions can a franchisee transfer their unit?
#10
What non-compete restrictions apply after franchise termination or expiration?
#11
Given the Financial Performance score of 40/100, what explains the lower rating and what financial support or profitability data can you provide?
#12
How many franchisees have closed or exited in the past 12 months, and what were the primary reasons?
#13
What training and ongoing support does the franchisor provide to franchisees?
#14
Are there any regulatory complaints or actions against the franchisor by state franchise authorities?
#15
What is the total potential franchise term available (initial term plus all renewal options combined)?
#16
How does the franchisor define and enforce the franchisee's exclusive territory, if applicable?
#17