Does a Better Blend franchisee have the right to relocate their business?
Better_Blend Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
You do not have the right to relocate your business, and we have no obligation to approve any request for relocation. Our policy is to approve relocation of a franchisee's business on a caseby-case basis, considering factors such as changes in demographics, profitability of your current business, or a loss of your premises due to circumstances beyond your control.
Source: Item 12 — TERRITORY (FDD pages 27–29)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Better Blend's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees do not have the right to relocate their business. Better Blend is also under no obligation to approve any relocation request. However, Better Blend's policy is to consider relocation requests on a case-by-case basis.
Factors that Better Blend considers include changes in demographics, the profitability of the current business, or the loss of the premises due to circumstances beyond the franchisee's control. This means that while relocation is not guaranteed, Better Blend may be willing to consider it if there are valid business reasons or extenuating circumstances.
This policy is fairly common in the franchise industry, as franchisors typically want to maintain control over the location of their outlets to ensure brand consistency and optimize market coverage. Franchisees should carefully consider the initial location and its long-term potential, as relocation is not a guaranteed option.