What two conditions must be met for Bft to likely approve a relocation request?
Bft Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
, room and board, travel expenses and all other related expenses of the Franchisor appointed manager. Operation of the Studio during any such period shall be for and on behalf of Franchisee, provided that Franchisor shall only have a duty to utilize reasonable efforts and shall not be liable to Franchisee or its owners for any debts, loses or obligat
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 79–265)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bft's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee's request to relocate their studio is unlikely to be approved unless two specific conditions are met. First, the relocation must be due to extreme circumstances beyond the franchisee's control. This suggests situations like natural disasters, significant unforeseen local economic downturns, or other major external events that severely impact the business at the current location.
The second condition is that the franchisee must be in full compliance with the Franchise Agreement. This means the franchisee must be up-to-date on all payments, adhering to Bft's operational standards, and fulfilling all other obligations outlined in the agreement. Failure to meet these standards could result in the relocation request being denied, regardless of the circumstances prompting the request.
It's important to note that even if both conditions are met, Bft retains sole discretion over whether to approve the relocation. Additionally, the franchisee must pay Bft a $5,000 relocation fee when submitting the relocation request. This fee is separate from any costs associated with the actual move and setup of the new location.