If the company extends the notification period, how will B Bops notify the applicant?
B_Bops Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
To apply for purchase of an initial Franchise, you must sign and submit an Application Agreement to the Company, accompanied by a deposit of $5,000. The amount of the deposit is uniform as to all persons currently applying to purchase an initial Franchise. Upon submission of the deposit and an Application Agreement, the Company will provide certain services (specified in Item 11 hereof) to assist you in assessing the feasibility of purchasing a Franchise if Company determines that a Franchise should be granted. The Company has absolute discretion in determining whether a Franchise will be granted. You will be notified by the Company in writing within ninety (90) days of submitting the Application Agreement regarding its decision to grant a Franchise (unless such period is extended in the Company's discretion).
Source: Item 5 — INITIAL FEES (FDD pages 12–14)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to B Bops's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the company will notify the applicant in writing regarding its decision to grant franchise rights. Specifically, after submitting the Application Agreement and the $5,000 deposit, B Bops has 90 days to notify the applicant of its decision. This notification period can be extended at B Bops's discretion.
The FDD states that the initial notification regarding the decision to grant franchise rights will be provided in writing. While it specifies that the initial notification will be in writing, it does not explicitly state how B Bops will communicate an extension of this notification period.
Therefore, a prospective B Bops franchisee should clarify with the franchisor the specific methods by which they will be notified if the initial 90-day decision period is extended. Understanding the communication methods will help the applicant stay informed about the status of their application and any potential delays.