What is the name of the agreement required to receive optional services from a Belocal affiliate?
Belocal Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
We or our affiliate may also offer optional services to franchisees to assist in operations of the Franchised Business. To receive these optional services, you must enter into an N2 Franchisee Services Agreement with our affiliate. The current form of N2 Franchisee Services Agreement is attached to this disclosure document as Exhibit F. There are additional fees associated with these optional services. The service offerings are subject to change. Additional services may be approved while other existing services may be discontinued.
Source: Item 1 — THE FRANCHISOR AND ANY PARENTS, PREDECESSORS, AND AFFILIATES (FDD pages 8–12)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Belocal's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, to receive optional services from a Belocal affiliate, a franchisee must enter into an "N2 Franchisee Services Agreement". This agreement is with the affiliate, not directly with Belocal itself. A copy of the current form of this agreement is included as Exhibit F to the FDD.
This agreement is important for prospective franchisees to review carefully. It indicates that these optional services come with additional fees, which franchisees must factor into their financial planning. The FDD also states that the specific services offered, and their associated fees, are subject to change, meaning that Belocal can add or discontinue services, and adjust pricing, at its discretion.
As with any optional service, franchisees should evaluate whether the potential benefits justify the costs. It is important to understand the terms and conditions outlined in the N2 Franchisee Services Agreement before committing to any optional services offered by Belocal's affiliate. Franchisees should also inquire about the typical utilization rates and satisfaction levels of other franchisees who have used these optional services to make an informed decision.