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What is The Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD)?

MSA Worldwide

When the Franchise Rule changed in 2007, much of what was included in the UFOC was adopted for the new FTC disclosure document called the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Definition of a Franchise under the Franchise Rule Under the Franchise Rule, the FTC defines a “franchise” in Section 436.1(h)

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What is a Franchise Restaurant? And Why Invest?

Penn Station East Coast Subs

Franchise restaurants offer a unique opportunity to own your business while benefiting from the support and reputation of an established brand. Learn more about restaurant franchises and the benefits of investing in the right brand. As defined, a franchise restaurant is a specific type of business model. Penn Station, Inc.

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What Veterans (and other potential business owners) REALLY Want to Know Prior to Purchasing a Business

Franchise Journal

Drawing on my own journey – 11 years in the Navy, 14 as a high-tech executive, and another 14 immersing myself in the franchise world as an owner, franchisor, and broker – my goal is to help each veteran reach a high-confidence decision about whether business ownership is right for them, whether that's a definitive 'yes,' a 'no,' or 'maybe later'.

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What is a Franchise Agreement?

MSA Worldwide

However, while every franchise is a license, not every license is a franchise. What turns a license into a franchise? In the United States, this is governed by the definition established by the Federal Trade Commission (“The FTC Rule”) and by the various states that have adopted alternative definitions.

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How Does the Law Regulate Franchising?

MSA Worldwide

Whether or not a relationship formed between two parties appears to the average person to form a franchise is irrelevant if the above three elements are satisfied. Under the FTC Franchise Rule, a franchisor must prepare a Franchise Disclosure Document (“FDD”) and furnish that FDD to prospective franchisees within a prescribed time period.

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Franchise Discovery Day at Hand & Stone Massage

FranBest

I was impressed by the care that was exhibited in not making any earnings claims or representations outside of the Financial Performance disclosure provided in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Is it the perfect match for your particular market? Those are decisions that only you can make.

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8 Warning Signs You Shouldn't Buy a Franchise

AllBusiness.com

The sale of franchises is highly regulated on both the federal and the state level. There are important documents that a potential franchisee should receive, including a Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). If you’re still not comfortable, don’t move forward.