Under what conditions can the Bft franchisor provide notices via electronic mail?
Bft Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Notwithstanding the above, Franchisor may, at its sole discretion, provide notices required or permitted under this Agreement to Developer via electronic mail at Developer's designated email address provided on Exhibit A hereto. Notices sent via electronic mail will be deemed delivered one (1) business day after transmission.
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 franchisor has the option to send required or permitted notices to the developer (franchisee) via electronic mail. This is contingent upon the franchisee having a designated email address listed on Exhibit A of the franchise agreement.
If Bft chooses to send notices via email, such notices are considered delivered one business day after they are transmitted. This is a more immediate form of communication compared to traditional mail, where notices are deemed delivered three business days after the postmark, or overnight delivery services, where notices are considered delivered the next business day.
This electronic notification option provides Bft with a faster and potentially more cost-effective way to communicate with its franchisees. However, it's crucial for franchisees to ensure their designated email address on Exhibit A is accurate and actively monitored to avoid missing important notices. Franchisees should confirm with Bft whether electronic mail is the primary method of communication and understand their responsibilities for checking their email regularly.