Wagyu Street

The franchise has only 1 unit currently. What is the franchisor's growth strategy and timeline for unit expansion?

Why does Support & Training score 80, which is below the typical range of 90.0-100.0 for fast casual restaurants? What specific training and ongoing support gaps exist?

The non-compete radius of 25 miles is larger than typical for this category. What is the business justification for this extended geographic restriction?

The franchise fee of $40,000 and investment score of 78 are above typical ranges. What is included in the total startup investment, and are there any hidden costs not listed in the FDD?

Given the Personal Guarantee requirement extending to spouses, how has this clause affected franchisee recruitment and what are the implications if a franchisee defaults?

Can you provide references from the current unit owner regarding their experience with unit profitability, franchisor support, and actual operational challenges?

The post-term non-compete restricts operation within 25 miles for 24 months. How is 'competitive business' defined, and have there been any disputes over the scope of this restriction?

All disputes require mediation followed by binding arbitration in Los Angeles County, California. What are the typical costs and timelines for this dispute resolution process?

What financial performance metrics (average unit sales, profitability, break-even timeline) are available from the existing unit to evaluate franchise viability?

The franchise has zero litigation history. Is this because the system is brand new, or are there informal dispute resolution practices that prevent formal litigation?

The transfer fee is $10,000 with a renewal fee of $1,000. Are there any other transition costs or requirements when renewing or transferring a franchise?

What operational challenges has the current unit owner faced in terms of supply chain, vendor relationships, or regulatory compliance specific to Wagyu Street?

The indemnification clause covers all losses and expenses. What specific scenarios have resulted in indemnification claims in similar franchise systems?

How will the franchisor enforce non-compete agreements, and what legal support is available to franchisees who may be impacted by competing units?

What is the current unit's sales performance, customer acquisition cost, and average transaction value compared to projections in your Item 19 or business plan?

Are there any planned changes to the franchise model, menu, or operational requirements that could impact existing or new franchisees?

How does the franchisor select territories and what factors determine whether a territory receives exclusive protection?

What happens to the 2-year, 25-mile non-compete if a franchisee sells the unit to a third party—does the new owner assume the same restrictions?

Given the early-stage nature of this franchise, how is quality control currently managed, and what support systems are in place as the system scales?

The required spouse guarantee is unusual—what is the rationale, and are there any exemptions or alternatives available?