What does the Bft rider supersede in the Franchise Agreement?
Bft Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| THIS RIDER (this "Rider") is made and entered into by and between | BFT FRANCHISE SPV, |
|---|---|
| LLC, a Delaware limited liability company with its principal business address at 17877 Von Karman Ave., | |
| Suite 100 Irvine, CA 92614 | |
| ("Franchisor"), and, | |
| whose principal business address is | ("Franchisee"). |
| 1. | are parties to that certain Franchise Agreement dated |
| Background. Franchisor | |
| and Franchisee | |
| , 20 (the "Franchise Agreement") that has been signed concurrently | |
| with the signing of this Rider. This Rider supersedes any inconsistent or conflicting provisions of the | |
| Franchise Agreement. Terms not otherwise defined in this Rider have the meanings as defined in the | |
| Franchise Agreement. | |
| This Rider is annexed to and forms part of the Franchise Agreement. This Rider is | |
| being signed because (a) any of the offering or sales activity relating to the Franchise Agreement occurred | |
| in Rhode Island, or (b) Franchisee is a resident of the State of Rhode Island and | the Studio that Franchisee |
| develops under its Franchise Agreement is or will be operated in the State of Rhode Island. |
Source: Item 17 — RENEWAL, TERMINATION, TRANSFER AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION (FDD pages 57–66)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bft's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the rider supersedes any inconsistent or conflicting provisions of the Franchise Agreement. This means that if there are any clauses or terms in the original Franchise Agreement that contradict the rider, the terms outlined in the rider will take precedence. This ensures that the most current and relevant terms apply to the franchise relationship, especially concerning specific state laws or regulations.
For a prospective Bft franchisee, this is important because the rider may contain modifications or clarifications to the standard Franchise Agreement that are specific to their location or circumstances. For example, the rider might address specific requirements or limitations imposed by state franchise laws, as seen in the examples for Washington, North Dakota, Maryland, and Rhode Island. These riders are signed concurrently with the Franchise Agreement, indicating they are an integral part of the overall agreement.
It is crucial for franchisees to carefully review the rider along with the Franchise Agreement to fully understand their rights and obligations. Franchisees should pay close attention to any sections of the Franchise Agreement that are specifically modified or superseded by the rider, as these changes will directly impact their operation of the Bft franchise. Consulting with a franchise attorney to review both documents is advisable to ensure a complete understanding of the agreement and rider.