Is the All States M.E.D. Franchisee Disclosure Questionnaire used for franchise sales to residents of Washington?
All_States_M_E_D Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
Not to be used as to any franchise sale in or to residents of CA, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI]
You and we are preparing to enter into a Franchise Agreement. This Acknowledgement is to determine whether any statements or promises were made to you that we did not authorize or are untrue, inaccurate or misleading, to ensure you have been properly represented, and that you understand the limitations on claims you may make relating to your franchise. You cannot sign or date this Acknowledgement the same day as the Receipt for the Franchise Disclosure Document. You must sign and date it the same day you sign the Franchise Agreement and pay your franchise fee. Please review each of the following questions carefully and provide honest responses.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 44–174)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to All States M.E.D.'s 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Franchisee Disclosure Questionnaire is not to be used for franchise sales to residents of Washington. The document states that the questionnaire is not to be used in several states, including Washington.
This means that if you are a prospective franchisee residing in Washington, you will not be required to complete the Franchisee Disclosure Questionnaire as part of the franchise application process. This questionnaire is used to determine if any unauthorized statements or promises were made to the franchisee, ensure proper representation, and confirm understanding of claim limitations related to the franchise.
Prospective franchisees in Washington should be aware of the Washington Addendum to the Disclosure Document, which addresses specific legal protections under the Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act. This addendum clarifies that the terms of the Disclosure Document are superseded by the terms outlined in the addendum for franchises governed by the Act.