Based on the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Better Homes And Gardens Real Estate franchise agreement is not binding or enforceable until the franchisor, Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate LLC, signs it. The franchisee's signature indicates their intent to be bound by the agreement's terms, but the franchisor's signature is the final step that makes the agreement legally effective.

This requirement ensures that Better Homes And Gardens Real Estate has the final say in accepting a franchisee into their system. It protects the franchisor by allowing them to review the agreement and the franchisee's qualifications thoroughly before committing to the franchise relationship. This is a fairly standard practice in franchising, as the franchisor needs to ensure that the franchisee meets their criteria and that all terms are acceptable before the agreement becomes binding.

For a prospective Better Homes And Gardens Real Estate franchisee, this means that even after signing the franchise agreement, they are not officially a franchisee until Better Homes And Gardens Real Estate LLC also signs the document. The franchisee should confirm that the franchisor has signed the agreement to ensure it is in effect and to avoid any potential misunderstandings or disputes later on. The franchisee should also retain a copy of the fully executed agreement for their records.