Squisito Pizza and Pasta

What was the specific reason for the unit closure in 2024, and did it involve any disputes or contractual issues with the franchisor?

The system has experienced negative unit growth of -10.0% over the past year. What strategies is the franchisor implementing to achieve unit growth and reverse this decline?

Can you provide details on the one unit that transferred in 2023 and the one that ceased operations in 2024 beyond what appears in the disclosure document?

Given the System Health score of 10/100 (significantly below the typical 50-75 range), what specific operational or strategic challenges is the franchise system facing?

The franchise has only 4 renewal conditions compared to the typical 6-9 range. What conditions must franchisees meet to renew their agreements at the end of the 10-year initial term?

With 9 total units remaining, what is the financial viability threshold, and at what unit count would the franchisor consider the system at risk?

Can you explain the personal guarantee and spousal guarantee requirements in detail, and in what circumstances would the franchisor enforce these against franchisees?

The termination clause allows termination for 18 non-curable defaults with cure periods as short as 5 days for payment defaults. What constitutes a non-curable default, and can you provide examples?

Regarding supplier restrictions across 5 categories, which product and service categories require franchisor-approved suppliers, and can franchisees negotiate alternative suppliers?

What is the current average unit volume (AUV) for the 9 operating units, and how does the $1,281,767 average gross sales figure compare to top and bottom quartile performers?

How does the franchisor support existing units to improve performance given the declining unit count, and what training or operational assistance is provided beyond initial onboarding?

What are the specific renewal conditions (4 total) that franchisees must satisfy after 10 years, and are renewal fees negotiable or fixed at $17,500?

Can you detail the encroachment protection policy—specifically, what types of competition would violate franchisee territorial rights, and how are disputes resolved?

Given the Risk Factors score of 63/100 (below the typical 64-80 range), what are the primary risk factors affecting franchisees, and how does the franchisor mitigate these risks?

The liability and indemnification clause requires spousal guarantees. Are there any circumstances under which spouses can be released from these personal guarantees, and what protections exist?

With a 2-year, 20-mile non-compete clause, can you clarify whether this applies to franchisees in all locations and whether there are any negotiable aspects based on market conditions?

How are the technology fee of $250 and the advertising fund of 2.0% utilized, and can franchisees see detailed accounting of how these funds are spent?

Since no litigation has been filed in 3 years, does this indicate strong franchisor-franchisee relationships, or are there underlying disputes being resolved through alternative means?

What is the expected timeline and investment for a franchisee to reach the $1.28 million average gross sales figure, and what is the range of performance across the 9 units?