Where can I find the document to acknowledge receipt of the Annex Brands disclosure document?

According to the 2025 Annex Brands Franchise Disclosure Document, Exhibit J includes the detachable receipt that acknowledges your receipt of the FDD. You are required to sign this copy, date it, and return it to Annex Brands. The signed receipt should be sent to Mary Ann Canup at 7580 Metropolitan Drive, Suite 200, San Diego, California 92108.

This receipt serves as confirmation that Annex Brands provided you with the necessary disclosure document within the legally mandated timeframe. Federal law typically requires franchisors to provide this document at least 14 calendar days before you sign any binding agreements or make any payments related to the franchise. Some states, like New York and Michigan, have their own specific timelines that may require earlier disclosure.

By signing the receipt, you are not agreeing to the terms of the franchise agreement itself, but simply acknowledging that you received the FDD. However, it is crucial to carefully review the entire FDD and all related agreements before signing the receipt to ensure you understand your rights and obligations as a prospective franchisee. If you do not receive the disclosure document on time, or if it contains false or misleading information, you have the right to report this to the Federal Trade Commission and the appropriate state agency.