Help-U-Sell Real Estate

What specific factors contributed to the closure of 10 units in 2024 and the overall loss of 27 units (54% decline) between 2019 and 2024?

Can you provide details about the 1 litigation case initiated against the franchisor, including the nature of the dispute and its outcome or current status?

Why has the non-renewal rate reached 20.0% in the past year, and what support or intervention measures is the franchisor implementing to improve unit retention?

Given the 5-year maximum contract term with no renewal options listed, what is the franchisor's process for contract renewal or renegotiation after the initial term expires?

The non-compete clause of 3 years within 15 miles exceeds typical ranges in the category. How is this enforced, and have there been any disputes over non-compete violations?

What accounts for the discrepancy between the franchise fee of $17,750 (below market) and the superior support and training score of 87? What specific training and support services are included?

With a System Health score of 0, what operational or performance metrics are causing this score, and what corrective actions is the franchisor taking?

Why does the franchise agreement include only 11 termination causes when the typical range is 15-20 for this category, and are there any non-curable defaults that could result in immediate termination?

The territory is listed as protected but not exclusive. What specific encroachment protections are in place, and have there been incidents where the franchisor has allowed competing units to operate within existing territory?

Can you provide examples of successful unit operations in your network, including revenue ranges and profitability metrics, given the absence of Item 19 financial performance data?

What is the renewal fee structure after the initial 5-year term, and are there any requirements to upgrade systems, equipment, or comply with new brand standards?

How many of the 9 units closed in 2020 and the 7 units closed in 2022 were due to franchisor termination versus franchisee voluntary exit?

With a Contract Terms score of 43 (below typical range), which contract provisions are most favorable to the franchisor, and what negotiation flexibility exists on these terms?

What is the current average gross sales and profitability for active units, and can you explain why this data is not disclosed in Item 19?

Given the low transfer fee of $2,000, what is the franchisor's approval process for unit transfers, and what conditions must be met for approval?

Are there any pending regulatory investigations or complaints filed with state real estate boards or franchise regulators against Help-U-Sell Real Estate?

What percentage of the 41 remaining units are currently profitable, and what is the average time to profitability for new franchisees?

The 10-day and 30-day cure periods for breaches are specified. Can you provide examples of breaches that triggered termination and the circumstances surrounding those terminations?

With encroachment protection but no exclusive territory, how does the franchisor balance growth expansion with protection of existing franchisee territories?

What marketing and lead-generation support does the franchisor provide, and how has marketing strategy evolved given the system-wide unit decline?