What intellectual property rights were transferred to Amerispec Inspection Services as part of the Acquisition?

According to the 2025 Amerispec Inspection Services FDD, as part of the Acquisition that occurred on March 31, 2023, Immediate Predecessor assigned ownership of all Marks and certain intellectual property relating to the operation of AmeriSpec Inspection Services franchises to TCB AmeriSpec, LLC. TCB AmeriSpec, LLC subsequently became the franchisor of the AmeriSpec Inspection Services system. The Marks include the AmeriSpec® marks and commercial trade names, trademarks, service marks and other commercial symbols, including associated logos, that are authorized for use in the Franchised Business, which are subject to change from time to time.

This means that Amerispec Inspection Services obtained the legal rights to use and control the brand's identity, including its name, logos, and other symbols. It also acquired the intellectual property necessary to run the franchise system. This transfer of ownership is a critical step in ensuring the continuity and consistency of the Amerispec Inspection Services brand and operations under the new franchisor.

For a prospective franchisee, this information confirms that Amerispec Inspection Services has the legal authority to grant franchise rights and that franchisees will be able to use the established brand and operating system. It also highlights the importance of adhering to the franchisor's standards and guidelines to maintain the integrity of the brand and protect the intellectual property rights associated with it.