Does Best Brains' approval of the location and lease constitute a guarantee of success for the Best Brains location?
Best_Brains Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Our judgment may be based on factors such as the proximity to existing or proposed locations owned by other franchisees or us, the suitability of the proposed facilities, compliance with ours then current franchise location requirements, and the competitiveness within the marketplace or other factors.
Our approval of the location and the lease does not constitute a guaranty or a representation of the likelihood of success of the location or the viability of the lease terms. You are encouraged to employ the services of a real estate attorney for legal advice regarding the terms of the lease.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 42–190)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Best Brains' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, their approval of a location and lease does not guarantee the success of that location. Best Brains states that their judgment in approving a location is based on factors such as proximity to other locations, suitability of facilities, compliance with franchise location requirements, and competitiveness within the marketplace.
Best Brains explicitly states that their approval of the location and the lease does not constitute a guarantee or representation of the likelihood of success or the viability of the lease terms. They encourage prospective franchisees to employ the services of a real estate attorney for legal advice regarding the terms of the lease.
This disclaimer is a standard practice in franchising. Location approval is a crucial step, but many factors outside of the franchisor's control can impact a franchise's success. Prospective franchisees should not rely solely on Best Brains' approval and should conduct their own due diligence, including market research and financial analysis, before signing a lease and franchise agreement.