Does the geographic restriction on post-term competition for a Best Brains franchise apply to other Best Brains locations?
Best_Brains Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- B. Post-Term. In the event of termination or expiration of this Agreement, including a transfer of the Franchised Business or your interest in it, you will not, directly or indirectly, for a period of two (2) years offer services similar to those offered by a BEST BRAINS learning center at or within 25 miles of your former location or within 25 miles of any BEST BRAINS location.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 42–190)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Best Brains' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the post-term non-compete agreement restricts a franchisee from offering similar services within a specific radius of their former location and other Best Brains locations.
Specifically, if a Best Brains franchise agreement is terminated or expires, the franchisee is prohibited from offering similar services within 25 miles of their former Best Brains location or within 25 miles of any other Best Brains location. This restriction lasts for two years.
This non-compete clause protects Best Brains' market share and prevents former franchisees from using the knowledge and experience gained during their franchise term to directly compete with existing Best Brains centers. It is important for prospective franchisees to consider this restriction, as it could limit their business options in the future if they decide to leave the Best Brains system.