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What specific factors contributed to the acceleration in unit closures from 4 cases in 2023 to 7 in 2024? Are there identifiable operational, market, or support-related causes?

Can you provide detailed financial performance data (Item 19) showing profitability metrics, operating expenses, and net income by quartile to understand which unit types are sustainable?

The 35.3% three-year turnover rate is substantially above industry norms. What percentage of exiting franchisees would you characterize as successful exits versus financially distressed?

With a transfer rate of 11.4% (double the typical range), what is your policy on transfer approvals and how frequently are transfers denied? What happens to units when transfers are rejected?

The non-compete radius of 60 miles is significantly broader than typical. How is this distance measured and enforced, and what geographic area does this effectively restrict former franchisees from operating in?

Your total potential term of 25 years substantially exceeds industry norms. What are the renewal criteria at each 5-year renewal interval, and under what circumstances would the franchisor decline to renew?

Given the zero termination rate despite 20% annual turnover, are there performance standards in the franchise agreement that are enforced, or do underperforming units simply close voluntarily?

The franchise agreement requires a 2-year non-compete and personal guarantees including spousal guarantees. How frequently has the franchisor enforced non-compete provisions against former franchisees, and are there any pending cases?

Financial performance data shows high variability (bottom quartile at $451K, top quartile at $4.6M). What operational factors or market conditions explain this wide range, and which metrics best predict which units will succeed?

With late fees of 24.5% annually on overdue royalties, how frequently do franchisees fall into arrears, and what is the typical timeline before a unit faces termination for non-payment?

The system has contracted from 35 to 32 units while receiving no litigation. Are there any informal disputes, complaints to regulators, or settlements not reflected in litigation data?

What percentage of current franchisees would be willing to provide references, and can you identify which unit owners have been with the system longest and are most profitable?

The Support & Training score is exceptionally high at 97. What specific training and support services does the franchisor provide, and what is the cost or time commitment required from franchisees?

Item 19 shows average sales of $2.06M but median of $1.46M. What explains this significant spread, and what percentage of units achieve or exceed the median threshold?

Can you identify which years or markets experienced the highest closure rates and transfer rates? Are closures concentrated geographically or by franchisee profile?

With 4 units transferring in 2023-2024, what was the average tenure of transferred units, and did transfers typically occur to new owners or existing franchisees expanding?

The franchise agreement includes minimum performance standards that constitute material default if not met. What are these specific performance benchmarks, and how are they measured?

Given the high financial performance metrics reported in Item 19, why has the system contracted rather than grown over the past three years?