BEEF JERKY OUTLET

Since launching franchising in 2010, Beef Jerky Outlet has expanded to 75 franchise locations and 5 corporate stores, a respectable trajectory for a specialty retail concept amid stiff competition from grocery giants and e-commerce. However, FDD projections show only 2 new units planned, alongside 4 system transfers, signaling modest growth rather than explosive expansion—Item 20 data underscores this steady but not surging health. Financially, Item 7 pegs initial investment at $191,450-$406,900, with a $49,900 franchise fee, 6% royalty, 2% brand/ad fund, plus $124-$600 monthly POS fees that could quietly erode margins.

Item 19 shines here: average gross revenue hits $430,063, though median $369,957 reveals variability—top performers thrive, but half fall below that mark, demanding strong location picks like high-traffic fueling stations or pop-ups. SBA stats bolster confidence with 31 loans averaging $159,558 and a low 3.2% default rate, far better than many retail peers, suggesting franchisees can finance without excessive risk. For investors eyeing $400K+ top-line potential in a fun, low-overhead food retail play, this system's maturity offers appeal, but tepid unit growth flags the need for operators who can hustle in a crowded snack market.