GET-A-GRIP Franchising, LLC

What specific circumstances led to the 2 franchisee terminations in 2024, and do these terminations reflect systemic issues or isolated cases?

The Termination Rate of 7.4% exceeds the typical range for this category—can you provide details on the performance benchmarks or contract violations that triggered these terminations?

Median and average gross sales are below typical ranges for this franchise category. What factors contribute to this sales performance gap, and what support does the franchisor provide to improve unit economics?

Why is the Transfer Fee of $4,500 significantly lower than the typical range of $5,500-$15,000? Are there specific conditions or restrictions on transfers that justify this lower fee?

The Non-Compete clause is 1 year (below the typical 2.0 years) while the geographic radius is 100 miles (above the typical 21.25-50 miles). What is the rationale for this geographic extension, and how is it enforced?

Can you explain the Renewal Conditions Count of 4, which is below the typical range of 5.0-8.0? What specific conditions must franchisees meet to qualify for renewal?

The Termination Causes Count of 13 is below the typical range of 14.0-22.0. Are there specific performance or operational failures that trigger termination beyond what is listed in your disclosure?

Item 19 data shows available financial performance information. How many franchisees are represented in the median and average sales figures, and what is the composition by unit age and location?

The Financial Obligations clause mentions yearly purchase requirements with 1.5% monthly interest on late payments. What is the annual minimum purchase requirement, and how frequently do franchisees incur late payment penalties?

The Territory Exclusive field is 'False' despite protected territory designation. Can you clarify what protections exist and whether the franchisor reserves the right to add units within a franchisee's territory?

System growth has been modest (24 to 27 units over 3 years). What is the franchisor's strategic plan for system expansion, and are there plans to add corporate-owned locations?

Can you provide a detailed breakdown of the 2-3 closures per year by reason (financial distress, ownership change, relocation) to assess whether closures reflect economic viability concerns?

What is the current status of the 1 transferred unit in 2024? Was the transfer approved smoothly, and what criteria does the franchisor apply when evaluating transfer requests?

Are there any pending litigation cases, regulatory complaints, or arbitrations that are not reflected in the disclosed 3-year litigation record?

The 0% Non-Renewal Rate is unusual—does this indicate franchisees consistently renew, or does the franchisor actively encourage renewal through incentives or pressure?

What training, ongoing support, and operational resources are provided to improve sales performance, given that average gross sales fall below category norms?

Can you detail the costs and requirements associated with the Renewal process, including any facility upgrades, system updates, or fee adjustments upon renewal?

The Investment Costs score of 80 exceeds the typical range—what factors contribute to the higher initial investment, and are there financing options available?