What does the term 'Supplemental Agreements' refer to in the Bigfoot Forestry Franchise Disclosure Document?
Bigfoot_Forestry Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
When the term "Supplemental Agreements" is used, it means any area development agreement, area representative agreement, master franchise agreement, or similar agreement entered into between us and you, if applicable.
Certain states have laws governing the franchise relationship and franchise documents. Certain states require modifications to the FDD, Franchise Agreement, Supplemental Agreements and other documents related to the sale of a franchise. This State-Specific Addendum ("State Addendum") will modify these agreements to comply with the applicable state's laws. The terms of this State Addendum will only apply if you meet the requirements of the applicable state independently of your signing of this State Addendum. The terms of this State Addendum (but only the State Addendum for the applicable State) will override any inconsistent provision of the FDD, Franchise Agreement or any Supplemental Documents. This State Addendum only applies to the following states: California, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPT (FDD pages 42–162)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bigfoot Forestry's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the term 'Supplemental Agreements' refers to specific agreements that may exist between Bigfoot Franchising, LLC and the franchisee. These agreements include any area development agreement, area representative agreement, master franchise agreement, or similar agreements. These supplemental agreements are applicable if they have been entered into between Bigfoot Forestry and the franchisee.
Certain states have laws that govern franchise relationships and documents, which may necessitate modifications to the FDD, Franchise Agreement, and Supplemental Agreements. These modifications ensure compliance with the specific state's laws. A State-Specific Addendum will modify these agreements to comply with the applicable state's laws.
The State Addendum's terms will only apply if the franchisee meets the requirements of the relevant state, independent of signing the addendum. The terms of the State Addendum for the applicable state will override any inconsistent provisions in the FDD, Franchise Agreement, or any Supplemental Documents. The states to which this addendum applies include California, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin.