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Does the FDD require me to confirm I reviewed the Augusta Lawn Care Franchise Disclosure Document?

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Answer from 2025 FDD Document

were made to you that we have not authorized or that may be untrue, inaccurate or misleading, to be certain that you have been properly represented in this transaction, and to be certain that you understand the limitations on claims you may make by reason of the purchase and operation of your franchise. You cannot sign or date this Questionnaire the same day as the Receipt for the Franchise Disclosure Document but you must sign and date it the same day you sign the Franchise Agreement and pay your Initial Franchise Fee. Please review each of the following questions carefully and provide honest responses to each question. If you answer "No" to any of the questions below, please explain your answer in the table provided below.

1. Yes No Have you received and personally reviewed the Franchise Agreement and each attachment or schedule attached to it?
2. Yes No Have you received and personally reviewed the Franchise Disclosure Document we provided
3. Yes No Did you sign a receipt for the Franchise Disclosure Document indicating the date you received it?
4. Yes No Do you understand all the information contained in the Franchise Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement?
5. Yes No Have you reviewed the Franchise Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement with a lawyer, accountant or other professional advisor or have you had the opportunity for such review and chosen not to engage such professionals?
6. Yes No Have you discussed the benefits and risks of developing and operating an Augusta Lawn Care Business with an existing Augusta Lawn Care franchisee?
7. Yes No Do you understand the risks of developing and operating a Augusta Lawn Care Business?
8. Yes No Do you understand the success or failure of your franchise will depend in large part upon your skills, abilities and efforts and those of the persons you employ as well as many factors beyond your control such as competition, interest rates, the economy, inflation, labor and supply costs and other relevant factors?
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9. Yes No Do you understand all disputes or claims you may have arising
out of or relating to the Franchise Agreement must be litigated,
mediated, and/or arbitrated
in Washington, if not resolved
informally or by mediation?
10. Yes No Do you understand that you must satisfactorily complete the
initial training course before we will allow your Business
to
open or consent to a transfer?
11. Yes No Do you agree that no employee or other person speaking on our
behalf made any statement or promise regarding the costs
involved in operating an Augusta Lawn Care
Business, that is
not contained in the Franchise Disclosure Document or that is
contrary to, or different from, the information contained in the
Franchise Disclosure Document?
12. Yes No Do you agree that no employee or other person speaking on our
behalf made any statement or promise or agreement, other than
those
matters
addressed
in
your
Franchise
Agreement
concerning advertising, marketing, media support, marketing
penetration, training, support service or assistance that is
contrary to, or different from, the information contained in the
Franchise Disclosure Document?
13. Yes No Do you agree that no employee or other person speaking on our
behalf made any statement or promise regarding the actual,
average or projected profits or earnings, the likelihood of
success, the amount of money you may earn, or the total amount
of revenue an Augusta Lawn Care
Business
will generate, that
is not contained in the Franchise Disclosure Document or that
is contrary to, or different from, the information contained in
the Franchise Disclosure Document?
14.

Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 44–184)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

According to Augusta Lawn Care's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are required to confirm they have received and reviewed the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Item 23 includes a questionnaire where prospective franchisees must answer whether they have received and personally reviewed the FDD provided by Augusta Lawn Care. This confirmation is part of a broader set of acknowledgments covering the Franchise Agreement and related business aspects.

Specifically, the questionnaire asks franchisees to confirm receipt and personal review of both the Franchise Agreement and the FDD. It also probes whether the franchisee signed a receipt for the FDD, indicating the date of receipt. Furthermore, it asks if the franchisee understands all the information contained within these documents and whether they have consulted with a professional advisor like a lawyer or accountant regarding the FDD and Franchise Agreement.

This requirement ensures that franchisees acknowledge they are not relying on statements or promises outside of the FDD and the Franchise Agreement. It also confirms their understanding that the success of their Augusta Lawn Care franchise depends on their own skills and efforts, as well as external factors. By signing this questionnaire, franchisees represent that they have carefully considered each question and responded truthfully, acknowledging the importance of their answers to Augusta Lawn Care.

Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document and is provided for research purposes only. It does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decisions.
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