How does the Belocal franchisor's assistance (Item 11) relate to the franchisee's obligations regarding pre-opening purchases/leases (Item 9)?
Belocal Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Obligation | Section in Agreement | Disclosure Document |
|---|---|---|
| Item | ||
| b. Pre-opening purchases/leases | Not applicable | Items 7, 8, and 11 |
Except as listed below, we are not required to provide you with any assistance:
Pre-Opening Obligations: Before you open the Franchised Business, we or our designee will:
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- Give you a list of any approved or designated suppliers and other written specifications for required or recommended goods and services. Other than providing you with the software described below, we do not provide or deliver any of the items you need for operations. (Franchise Agreement, Section 6.D.)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Belocal's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Item 11 and Item 9 are cross-referenced regarding pre-opening purchases and leases. Item 9 lists the franchisee's obligations, and specifically mentions 'Pre-opening purchases/leases' as an obligation that is further detailed in Items 7, 8, and 11 of the FDD.
Item 11 outlines the franchisor's assistance, specifying that Belocal will provide a list of approved or designated suppliers and written specifications for required or recommended goods and services before the franchisee opens their business. However, Belocal does not provide or deliver any of the items needed for operations, other than the software described in Item 11.
This means that while Belocal offers guidance and specifications for pre-opening purchases and leases, the franchisee is ultimately responsible for sourcing and acquiring these items from approved suppliers. Prospective franchisees should carefully review Items 7 and 8 in conjunction with Item 11 to fully understand the scope of their pre-opening obligations and the assistance Belocal provides.