Regarding the Amorino Area Development Agreement, is reliance on representations or promises not contained in the agreement or Franchise Disclosure Document permitted?

According to Amorino's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are explicitly prohibited from relying on any representations or promises not contained within the Franchise Disclosure Document itself. Specifically, the agreement states that except for the representations in Amorino's Franchise Disclosure Document, neither Amorino nor its representatives have made any representations regarding potential revenues, expenses, or profits, and the franchisee has not relied on any such outside representations. This acknowledgement is a standard clause in franchise agreements.

This provision is designed to protect Amorino from potential legal disputes arising from misunderstandings or misinterpretations of information provided outside of the formal FDD. It reinforces the importance of the FDD as the primary source of information for prospective franchisees. By signing the agreement, the franchisee confirms they have not relied on any verbal or informal promises, especially concerning financial performance.

For a prospective Amorino franchisee, this means that all due diligence must be based on the information provided in the FDD and their own independent investigation. Any projections, claims, or promises made by Amorino representatives that are not documented in the FDD should be treated with extreme caution. It is crucial to seek professional advice and conduct thorough market research to validate the information provided and assess the potential risks and rewards of investing in an Amorino franchise.