What is B Bops' obligation if the advertising fee is waived?

According to B Bops' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, if B Bops elects to waive the advertising fee, it is not obligated to develop advertising and promotional campaigns for use by the franchisee. The standard advertising fee is 3% of gross sales. B Bops has the sole discretion to waive this fee for any period they deem appropriate.

This means that if B Bops waives the advertising fee, franchisees should not expect to receive advertising or promotional support from the company. Franchisees may need to independently manage and fund their own advertising efforts during any period of waiver.

It is important for prospective franchisees to understand the conditions under which the advertising fee may be waived and how this could impact their marketing strategies and costs. Franchisees should inquire about the circumstances that might lead to a waiver and how frequently waivers have been granted to other franchisees in the past.