Does the Bigfoot Forestry FDD specify any particular purpose for which supplier rebates must be used?

According to the 2025 Bigfoot Forestry FDD, while the document mentions that Bigfoot Forestry may receive rebates from suppliers, it does not specify any particular purpose for which these rebates must be used. The FDD states that Bigfoot Forestry may negotiate purchase agreements with suppliers to obtain discounted prices for franchisees and will arrange for franchisees to purchase goods directly from the supplier at these discounted prices, subject to any rebates the supplier pays to Bigfoot Forestry.

This means that Bigfoot Forestry franchisees may not directly benefit from any rebates that Bigfoot Forestry receives from suppliers. The franchisor has the discretion on how to utilize these rebates, and it is not obligated to pass the savings on to the franchisees.

Prospective franchisees should inquire with Bigfoot Forestry about the typical amount of supplier rebates received and how these rebates are used by the company. Understanding the franchisor's practices regarding supplier rebates can help a franchisee better assess the overall cost of goods and services and the potential profitability of their Bigfoot Forestry franchise.