According to Bft, what must a franchisee do if a proposed site is accepted?
Bft Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
We will approve the proposed site for any Studio if it meets our thencurrent standards. If we accept a proposed site, you (or your affiliate) must timely sign a separate Franchise Agreement for the site (Multi-Unit Agreement, Section 2.D).
Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS AND TRAINING (FDD pages 37–50)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bft's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, if Bft accepts a proposed site for a studio under a Multi-Unit Agreement, the franchisee (or their affiliate) must promptly sign a separate Franchise Agreement for that specific site. This requirement is outlined in Section 2.D of the Multi-Unit Agreement.
This stipulation ensures that each location within a Development Area operates under its own individual Franchise Agreement, clarifying the rights and responsibilities for each Bft studio. It also allows Bft to maintain control over the expansion and operation of each individual franchise location.
For a prospective Bft franchisee, this means that securing approval for a site is only one step in the process. They must be prepared to finalize a separate Franchise Agreement for each approved location, which will likely involve additional legal and administrative work. Franchisees should factor in these requirements when planning their expansion strategy and budget.