If a prospective franchisee of Bft is a resident of Washington or the business is located in Washington, are they allowed to sign the Statement of Prospective Franchisee?

According to Bft's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, if a prospective franchisee is a resident of Washington or the Bft franchise they plan to operate is located in Washington, they are not allowed to sign the Statement of Prospective Franchisee. The FDD explicitly states that signing the statement in these circumstances is prohibited. This is because the Statement of Prospective Franchisee does not waive any liability Bft may have under the Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act, RCW 19.100, and its associated rules.

This instruction is particularly important for prospective franchisees in Washington because it ensures that their rights under the Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act are fully protected. By not signing the Statement, franchisees retain their ability to pursue any claims against Bft under Washington law without inadvertently waiving their rights.

For a prospective Bft franchisee, this means carefully adhering to the instructions provided in the FDD and ensuring they do not sign the Statement if they are a Washington resident or the franchise location is in Washington. This compliance helps maintain their legal rights and protections under state law, which is a critical consideration when entering into a franchise agreement.