What is the significance of the notary public's seal on the Beehive Homes receipt?
Beehive_Homes Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| FRANCHISOR: | BEE HIVE HOMES, INC. | |
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| personally known to same in his authorized capacity, and that by upon behalf of which the person acted, executed the instrument. | On, 2025, personallyappeared before me (Franchisee), me (or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence) to be the person whose name is subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he executed the his signature on the instrument the person, or the entity | |
| WITNESS my | ||
| hand and official seal. | NOTARY PUBLIC | |
| STATE OF) | ||
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| COUNTY OF) | ||
| On, 2025, personally personally known to me (or proved to me on whose name is subscribed to same in his authorized capacity, and that by upon behalf of which the person acted, executed the instrument. | appeared before me (Franchisee), the basis of satisfactory evidence) to be the person the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he executed the his signature on the instrument the person, or the entity | |
| WITNESS my | ||
| hand and official seal. | NOTARY PUBLIC |
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 34–123)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Beehive Homes Franchise Disclosure Document, the inclusion of a notary public's seal on certain documents signifies that the person signing the document has been verified and has acknowledged their signature in an official capacity. Specifically, the notary public verifies the identity of the individual signing the document, ensuring that the signature is authentic and that the person signed the document willingly. This process adds a layer of legal validity to the document.
For a prospective Beehive Homes franchisee, this means that when signing documents requiring notarization, such as those related to the franchise agreement, their identity and signature will be officially verified. This step is crucial for ensuring the enforceability of the agreement and protecting the interests of both the franchisee and Beehive Homes. The presence of the notary's seal confirms that the signatures are legitimate and legally binding.
The FDD includes a sample form showing where the notary public would sign and place their seal. This process helps to prevent fraud and misrepresentation, as the notary public serves as an impartial witness to the signing of the document. This requirement is a standard practice in franchising and other legal agreements to ensure the validity and authenticity of the signed documents.
While the FDD provides a template showing where the notary public's seal would be placed, it does not specify which documents require notarization. A prospective franchisee should clarify with Beehive Homes which specific documents necessitate a notary public's signature and seal to ensure full compliance with the franchise agreement requirements.