Under what circumstances does the Washington Addendum apply to a Beem Light Sauna franchise?
Beem_Light_Sauna Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
chise Agreement"). This Rider is annexed to and forms part of the Franchise Agreement. This Rider is being signed because (a) you are domiciled in Rhode Island and the Studio that you will operate under the Franchise Agreement will be located in Rhode Island; and/or (b) any of the offering or sales activity relating to the Franchise Agreement occurred in Rhode Island.
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- GOVERNING LAW. The following is added to the end of Section 16.1 of the Franchise Agreement:
Notwithstanding the foregoing, to the extent required by applicable law, Rhode Island law will apply to claims arising under the Rhode Island Franchise Investment Act.
- CONSENT TO JURISDICTION. The
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPT (FDD pages 71–230)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Beem Light Sauna Franchise Disclosure Document, the Washington Addendum is an integral part of the franchise agreement and modifies the Franchise Disclosure Document, Franchise Agreement, Development Agreement, and all related agreements. This addendum applies under the following conditions:
First, the addendum applies if the offer to sell a Beem Light Sauna franchise is accepted in Washington. This means that if a prospective franchisee in Washington agrees to purchase a franchise, the addendum becomes effective.
Second, the Washington Addendum applies if the purchaser of the Beem Light Sauna franchise is a resident of Washington, regardless of where the offer was accepted or where the business will be located. Finally, the addendum applies if the franchised Beem Light Sauna business is to be located or operated, wholly or partly, in Washington. This includes situations where the franchise's physical location or a portion of its operations are based in Washington.