UNITS Moving and Portable Storage

The investment score of 3/100 is significantly below the typical range of 74-75 for this category. Can you clarify what specific investment factors are being penalized, and what is the typical total initial investment required to open a unit?

Your transfer fee of $25,000 is notably higher than the typical range of $7,500-$15,000. What is the justification for this premium transfer fee, and does it apply to all transfer scenarios including sales to third parties?

The royalty rate of 8.0% exceeds the typical 6.0-7.0% range. How does this rate compare to competitors in the moving and portable storage industry, and is there any volume-based reduction available?

The non-compete radius of 50 miles is above the typical 25-40 mile range. How is this 50-mile radius defined—from the franchisee's service territory, their home address, or another reference point—and what happens if the territory boundaries extend within 50 miles of a competitor?

You have 10 renewal conditions, above the typical 6-9. Can you provide the complete list of renewal conditions, and which are non-negotiable versus potentially flexible?

The franchise agreement requires maximizing revenues and threatens termination for failure to meet unspecified performance requirements. What specific metrics define 'maximize revenues,' and what minimum revenue targets or growth requirements must franchisees achieve annually?

Personal guarantees are required from all shareholders owning more than 10% of shares. Will this requirement apply if I form an LLC, and are there exemptions for passive investors?

Late payments incur 18% annual interest. Is this rate fixed, and are there any grace periods before interest accrues on overdue royalty or technology fee payments?

Over the past 3 years, 2 units transferred in 2022, 0 in 2023, and 2 in 2024. Can you explain what drove the transfers and whether any franchisees sold due to difficulty reaching revenue targets?

One unit ceased operations in 2024 beyond the 4 transfers and closures recorded. Can you clarify the circumstances of this closure—was it a bankruptcy, voluntary shutdown, or franchisor-initiated action?

Despite zero litigation cases in company history, the Risk Factors score is 78/100, above the typical range. What specific risk factors are being evaluated, and are there any regulatory or legal concerns not reflected in historical litigation?

The franchise fee is $55,500 plus $250 monthly technology fee. Does the technology fee cover all software, tools, and updates, or are there additional technology costs not included in this flat fee?

Your renewal fee of $25,000 is the same as your transfer fee. If I renew after 10 years, must I pay this $25,000 renewal fee in addition to any updated franchise fee?

Financial Performance Item 19 shows median gross sales of $643,631 and average of $734,542. How many units reported this data, what is the range of sales across units, and what are the typical profit margins after expenses?

The system grew from 63 to 74 units over 3 years (17.5% growth). What geographic areas are experiencing growth versus decline, and where do you see the most expansion opportunities for new franchisees?

With exclusive territory protection, how is territory size determined for new franchisees, and what recourse exists if the franchisor later encroaches or allows nearby franchisees to compete?

The franchise includes a 2-year non-compete clause. If I exit the franchise, can I work in moving or storage industries within 50 miles during the 2-year period, or does the non-compete restrict all competitive activities?

What training and ongoing support does the 10-year contract guarantee, and are there any circumstances under which training or support could be discontinued or reduced?

With zero terminations on record and no pending litigation, have there been any franchisor-franchisee disputes resolved through arbitration, mediation, or informal settlement outside formal litigation?

The Item 19 financial statement shows average sales of $734,542. What are the corresponding average operating expenses, net profit figures, and the range of profitability across franchisees in the system?