Is Better Blend obligated to approve any request for relocation?
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, and Better Blend has no obligation to approve any request for relocation. However, Better Blend's policy is to consider relocation requests on a case-by-case basis.
Better Blend will consider factors such as 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 is willing to assess the situation and potentially approve a move if justified by specific circumstances.
This policy is fairly common in franchising, as franchisors typically want to maintain control over brand consistency and market coverage. The franchisee should carefully consider the location before signing the agreement, as relocation is not a guaranteed option if the business underperforms or if the franchisee finds a better location later.