What is the implication of the statement that the Aerus websites have not been reviewed or approved by the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation?

According to Aerus's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the statement that their websites (www.aerusonline.com and www.beyondbyaerus.com) have not been reviewed or approved by the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) means that California residents are cautioned that the DFPI has not assessed the accuracy or completeness of the information presented on these websites. This lack of review does not necessarily indicate that the websites contain misleading information, but rather that the state agency has not performed an official evaluation. This is a standard disclaimer for franchise offerings in California. Prospective franchisees in California should conduct their own due diligence.

For a potential Aerus franchisee in California, this means they should not rely solely on the information provided on the Aerus websites when making their investment decision. They should independently verify any claims or representations made on the websites through other sources, such as contacting existing franchisees, consulting with legal and financial advisors, and carefully reviewing the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). The FDD itself has been filed with the California DFPI, but the website content has not.

The FDD explicitly directs any complaints regarding the website content to be addressed to the California DFPI. This provides a channel for California residents to report concerns about the websites' content directly to the relevant regulatory authority. This statement serves as a reminder to potential franchisees in California to exercise caution and seek independent verification of the information presented on Aerus's websites before making any investment decisions.