If a Bft studio will be located in Hawaii, should the franchisee sign the Representations and Acknowledgement Questionnaire?

According to Bft's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee should not sign the Representations and Acknowledgement Questionnaire if their studio is located in Hawaii. This instruction is explicitly stated within the Hawaii-specific section of Item 17. This directive is put in place due to specific franchise laws and regulations in Hawaii.

This requirement is significant for prospective Bft franchisees in Hawaii because signing the questionnaire could potentially waive certain rights or protections afforded to them under Hawaii's franchise laws. By explicitly prohibiting the signing of this questionnaire, Bft is ensuring that franchisees in Hawaii retain all of their legal rights and are not inadvertently relinquishing them.

It is common practice for franchise agreements to have state-specific addenda or modifications to comply with local laws. The inclusion of this instruction highlights the importance of adhering to state-specific regulations when operating a franchise. Franchisees should carefully review all state-specific provisions in the FDD and franchise agreement to ensure compliance and protect their interests.