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How must a Beauty Bungalows franchisee maintain and operate the business?

Beauty_Bungalows Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

(5) days of the execution thereof.

10.05 Lease Rider. If Franchisee leases the real property in which the Franchise is located, Franchisee's lease must include the form of Lease Rider set forth in Exhibit G.

10.06 Maintenance and Upgrades. Subject to the terms of this Section, Franchisee must at all times comply with both (i) the Manual (as amended or revised from time to time) and (ii) Franchisor's standards,

specifications, processes, procedures, requirements and instructions regarding the Franchise's physical facilities, including the make, model, quality and layout of furnishings, fixtures and equipment. Franchisee must maintain the Franchise and any parking areas in good and safe condition and as may be specified in the Manual. Franchisee must remodel or upgrade the Franchise at its own cost in accordance with the Manual (as amended or revised from time to time). Any remodeling or upgrade standards or requests will be applied to all franchised locations and to all locations owned by Franchisor's affiliate on a nondiscriminatory basis.

11. RECORDS AND REPORTS

  • 11.01 Records. Franchisee must keep and transmit complete and accurate Business Records on a current basis relating to the Business in the form, time, and manner that Franchisor prescribes. Franchisee must provide Franchisor with all hard copies, and access to electronic reports, as reasonably prescribed. Franchisee must maintain an accounting system, which accurately reflects all operational aspects of the Franchise including uniform reports as may be required by Franchisor. Franchisee must maintain its accounting using the software programs we designate (or other software as specified in the Manual) and using the account types as specified by Franchisor from time to time. Franchisee must submit to Franchisor current financial statements and other reports as Franchisor may reasonably request to evaluate or compile research data on any operational aspect of the Franchise. Franchisor reserves the right to require that Franchisee make available its sales records and files by way of an Internet connection. Business Records will specifically also include, without limitation, the following:
    • (a) tax returns;
    • (b) profit and loss statements detailing Gross Revenue and expenses for the period, to be prepared each month for the preceding month and quarterly for the prior quarter;
    • (c) profit and loss statements, prepared or compiled annually by an independent Certified Public Accountant annually; and
    • (d) balance sheets, to be prepared or compiled at least annually by an independent Certified Public Accountant.

Franchisee must keep accurate records relating to the franchised Business for a period of six (6) years after the termination or expiration of this Agreement. All reports are due in accordance with the due date prescribed by Franchisor. Franchisee will pay Franchisor a late report fee in the amount of $100 per day ("Late Report Fee") if Franchisee fails to provide such reports within the time period prescribed by Franchisor.

  • 11.02 Records Standards. Franchisee must prepare in a form reasonably approved by Franchisor and in a timely manner, financial reports that accurately reflect all particulars relating to the Business. Franchisee must periodically deliver to Franchisor copies of accounting, tax and other documents and information, within ten (10) business days of Franchisor's requests. Franchisee must provide Franchisor with a copy of its annual financial statements including a profit and loss statement and a balance sheet containing complete notes and disclosures. Such statements must be prepared or compiled by an independent Certified Public Accountant, and be delivered to Franchisor within ninety (90) days after Franchisee's fiscal year end.

  • 11.03 Audits. Franchisee must provide Franchisor or its agent's access to Franchisee's Business and computer systems to examine or audit Franchisee's Business, at any reasonable time on at least ten (10) days prior notice to Franchisee. Franchisor will bear the cost of the audit, unless Franchisee fails to report as required or understates Gross Revenue by two percent (2%) or more for any reported time period, in which case Franchisee will pay the audit cost plus interest on understated costs of one percent (1%) per month. Franchisee must immediately pay to Franchisor all sums owed in addition to any other remedies provided in this Agreement or by law.

  • 11.04 Data Security and Privacy. Franchisee must comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations regarding data security, protection, and privacy, including, without limitation and if applicable, the California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA"), Cal. Civ. Code § 1798.100, et seq. Franchisee must comply with any privacy policies, data protection polices, and breach response policies that Franchisor periodically may establish. Franchisee must notify Franchisor immediately regarding any actual or suspected data breach at or in connection with your Franchise or Business. Further, whenever and to the extent Franchisee operates as a "Service Provider" under the CCPA or in a similar capacity under any other applicable federal, state, or local privacy law, Franchisee represents, warrants, and covenants that:

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Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD pages 47–48)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

According to Beauty Bungalows' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees must adhere to specific standards and procedures to maintain and operate their business. Franchisees are required to comply with the Beauty Bungalows manual, which may be amended or revised, and must meet the franchisor's standards for physical facilities, including furnishings, fixtures, and equipment. The franchise location and any parking areas must be kept in good and safe condition, as detailed in the manual. Franchisees are responsible for remodeling or upgrading their franchise at their own expense, following the guidelines in the manual, with these standards applied uniformly across all franchised and affiliate-owned locations.

Beauty Bungalows franchisees must maintain complete and accurate business records, providing both hard copies and electronic reports as required by the franchisor. This includes maintaining an accounting system that accurately reflects all operational aspects of the franchise, using designated software programs and account types. Franchisees must submit current financial statements and other reports as requested to allow Beauty Bungalows to evaluate and compile research data. These records include monthly and quarterly profit and loss statements, as well as annual statements and balance sheets prepared by an independent Certified Public Accountant. Franchisees must also provide access to sales records and files via an Internet connection if required.

Furthermore, Beauty Bungalows franchisees are obligated to use the brand's marks only as specified in the franchise agreement. Unauthorized use of these marks constitutes a breach of the agreement and an infringement on the franchisor's rights. Franchisees must use only approved trademarks, such as "Beauty Bungalows," and follow the franchisor's copyright guidelines. If a franchisee cannot lawfully use the marks in their protected territory, they must obtain written approval from Beauty Bungalows to use alternative marks. Franchisees are also required to promptly pay all taxes, fees, debts, and expenses related to the franchised business, ensuring no tax sales or similar actions occur. If a marketing cooperative is established in their area, franchisees must join and contribute up to 2% of their monthly gross revenue, with these contributions counting toward their local area marketing requirement.

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.