Boulder_Designs 2025 FDD FAQ
3197 questions and answers from the Boulder_Designs 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document.
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According to the FDD, how many Boulder Designs franchise agreements have been signed but the outlet not yet opened?
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What specific sections of the Boulder Designs Franchise Agreement are directly impacted by the North Dakota amendment?
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What is the total number of hours of training, both classroom and on-the-job, that a Boulder Designs franchisee receives?
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What was the amount of long-term debt, less current installments, for Boulder Designs in 2023?
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Besides Boulder Designs, what other companies has Robin Mogavero served as Treasurer and Director of Human Resources for since September 2017?
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Besides Boulder Designs, what other company has Frank Mogavero served as Chief Executive Officer of since September 2017?
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Does the Boulder Designs FDD explicitly state that the amendments listed are exhaustive for compliance with New York law?
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Does the Boulder Designs FDD specify any additional amendments to the Franchise Agreement beyond those listed?
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What are all the fees a Boulder Designs franchisee might pay, considering both the initial fees in Item 5 and the other fees listed in Item 6?
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How much was the note payable to the Small Business Administration for Boulder Designs at December 31, 2023?
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What is the relationship between the initial franchise fee for Boulder Designs in Item 5 and the ongoing fees listed in Item 6?
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What is the relationship between the initial franchise fee for a single Boulder Designs franchise as described in Item 5 and the estimated total initial investment for a single franchise in Item 7?
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What is the relationship between the initial training fee for Boulder Designs in Item 7 and the training assistance provided by the franchisor as described in Item 11?
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What is the total potential financial obligation for a new Boulder Designs franchisee, considering the initial fees (Item 5), other fees (Item 6), and the estimated initial investment (Item 7)?
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According to the amendment, when do the Boulder Designs Franchisee and Franchisor execute the Amendment to the Franchise Agreement?
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According to the amendment, when are the initial franchise fees for a Boulder Designs franchise deferred until?
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According to the Boulder Designs Franchise Agreement, what articles contain provisions that, if inconsistent with the Hawaii Franchise Investment Law, will be superseded by the Hawaii Franchise Investment Law?
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According to the Boulder Designs franchise agreement, what happens if an approved supplier is later disapproved?
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According to the Hawaii amendment, when does the Boulder Designs franchisee's obligation to pay the Initial Franchise Fee commence?
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According to this section, is the Boulder Designs royalty fee subject to increase, and if so, where can more information be found?
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Does Boulder Designs acknowledge the possibility of events that could materially change the estimate regarding the impact of claims and lawsuits in the near term?
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What actions must a Boulder Designs franchisee take to protect the trademarks?
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Why is the amendment being executed for a Boulder Designs franchise according to the FDD?
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Does the Amendment to the Franchise Agreement for Boulder Designs apply to all franchisees, or only those in Virginia?
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Is the Amendment to the Franchise Agreement for Boulder Designs required for all Boulder Designs franchisees?
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Does the amendment to the Boulder Designs Franchise Agreement required by Washington apply to franchisees outside of Washington?
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Does the Amendment to the Franchise Agreement for Boulder Designs supersede the original Franchise Agreement in any way?
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Does Boulder Designs automatically approve all home-based sites, and if not, what conditions must they meet?
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Besides Texas state law, what other law might govern the Boulder Designs franchise agreement?
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When does the change in interest rate become effective for the Boulder Designs Promissory Note if usury laws change?
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Is the choice of forum provision in the Boulder Designs Franchise Agreement subject to state law?
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Does the choice of law provision in the Boulder Designs Franchise Agreement apply to disputes over the Marks?
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Is the choice of law provision in the Boulder Designs Franchise Agreement subject to state law?
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What is the condition for the payment of the Franchise Fee for a Boulder Designs franchise in South Dakota?
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What condition triggers the deferral of Initial Franchise Fees for Boulder Designs franchisees in Hawaii, according to the amendment?
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What is the condition that triggers the Boulder Designs Franchisor to terminate the Franchise Agreement?
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What conditions must a Boulder Designs franchisee meet to be protected against claims of infringement?
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What is the consequence of failing to meet the Minimum Gross Revenue requirement for a Boulder Designs franchise?
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What is the consequence if a Boulder Designs franchisee hires an employee from another franchisee but fails to reimburse the training fee?
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What is the consequence if a Boulder Designs franchisee refuses to attend re-boot training when required?
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What is the cure period for a breach of duties and obligations under the license agreement for Boulder Designs trademarks?
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What is the deadline from the Effective Date of the Franchise Agreement for a Boulder Designs franchisee to begin operating the Franchised Business, and what happens if this deadline is missed?
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Is the dispute resolution by arbitration or mediation provision in the Boulder Designs Franchise Agreement subject to state law?
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What is the effect of changes in usury laws on the interest rate of the Boulder Designs promissory note?
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What is the effective date of the Amendment to the Boulder Designs Franchise Agreement?
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Can the equipment list for a Boulder Designs franchise be revised or increased?
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To what extent is each provision of the South Dakota Amendment effective for a Boulder Designs franchise?
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Does the Boulder Designs FDD specify any conditions under which the causes of action arising in Franchisee's favor from the provisions of Article 33 of the General Business Laws of the State of New York are waived?
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After the Boulder Designs franchise agreement is terminated or expires, is the franchisee allowed to operate a similar business?
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For a Boulder Designs franchise, can I divulge Trade Secrets and other Confidential Information to anyone?
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For a Boulder Designs franchise, what happens if the franchisor sells, consolidates, or merges its business?
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For a Boulder Designs franchise, what happens if the franchisor takes any affirmative act of insolvency?
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For a Boulder Designs franchise, what happens if a receiver is appointed to take possession of the franchisor's properties?
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For a Boulder Designs franchise, how long does the franchisor have to discharge a receiver appointed to take possession of its properties to avoid termination of the domain name license?
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For a Boulder Designs franchise in South Dakota, when is the franchise fee payment due?
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Is a Boulder Designs franchisee allowed to solicit or advertise outside of the territory, including on the Internet, without prior written consent?
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Can a Boulder Designs franchisee complete the renovation after signing the agreement, and if so, under what conditions?
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Can a Boulder Designs franchisee offer or sell products or services outside of their territory without prior written approval?
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What is a Boulder Designs franchisee required to do if there is an apparent infringement of the trademarks?
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Is a Boulder Designs franchisee required to be a witness in legal proceedings related to the trademarks?
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Are Boulder Designs franchisees allowed to participate in trade shows outside of their territory?
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For Boulder Designs franchisees in Illinois, when is the payment of the initial franchise fee due?
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For Boulder Designs franchisees in Indiana, is the choice of Texas law subject to any superseding provisions?
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For Boulder Designs franchises in Illinois, under what condition is the payment of the initial franchise fee deferred?
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For Boulder Designs franchises in South Dakota, when is the franchise fee owed by franchisees, given the financial assurance requirement?
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Is the full-time frame of the Boulder Designs training always necessary?
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What happens to the 'Franchise' granted to a Boulder Designs franchisee if they are in default?
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What happens to the Franchisee's limited right to use the telephone listing and numbers if the Boulder Designs Franchise Agreement is not in full force?
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What happens if I or my employees make unauthorized representations about profits or earnings on Social Media for a Boulder Designs franchise?
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What happens if a Boulder Designs franchisee receives a product request from outside of the territory that retails for less than $2,000 and that territory is not owned/operated by another franchisee?
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What happens if a Boulder Designs franchisee receives a product request from outside of the territory that retails for over $2,000 and that territory is owned/operated by another franchisee?
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For Boulder Designs, what happens if the franchisee refuses to complete additional training required due to failure to meet the minimum gross revenue requirement?
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What happens if a Boulder Designs franchisee does not successfully complete the full initial training course?
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What happens if the Boulder Designs Franchisor terminates the Franchise Agreement?
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What happens if the Boulder Designs Internal Manager does not satisfactorily complete the initial training program?
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What happens if a payment to Boulder Designs is not received within ten days of its due date?
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What happens if the South Dakota Amendment to the Boulder Designs franchise agreement is inconsistent with the original agreement?
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What happens if I do not successfully complete the initial training for my Boulder Designs franchise?
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What happens to the Boulder Designs Promissory Note if the Franchise Agreement is terminated?
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In Hawaii, when will the payment of initial franchise fees for a Boulder Designs franchise be deferred?
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If I am considering buying an existing Boulder Designs outlet, what financial information might the franchisor provide?
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If I am converting an existing business to a Boulder Designs franchise, do I still need to purchase all new equipment?
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If I appoint a new Internal Manager for my Boulder Designs franchise, am I subject to additional training costs?
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If Boulder Designs chooses to have a franchisee assign a fictitious name registration to them after termination, is the franchisee obligated to do so?
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If divorcing or dissolving partners of a Boulder Designs franchise cannot agree to operate under alternatives (a) or (b), what action must they take?
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If divorcing parties wish to continue operating their Boulder Designs franchise as a partnership after a final order or judgment, what formal agreement is required?
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If I elect to purchase a Border Magic franchise, what document must I receive to evaluate that franchise opportunity in addition to the Boulder Designs FDD?
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If a Boulder Designs franchise agreement is signed as part of a transfer or renewal, what construction is required?
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If a Boulder Designs franchisee accepts a project and completes it, are they entitled to the remaining balance for the project?
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For Boulder Designs, if the franchisee fails to meet the established minimum gross revenue requirement, what obligation might the franchisee incur?
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If a Boulder Designs franchisee receives a product request from outside their Territory that retails less than $2,000, what conditions must be met for the franchisee to retain all gross revenue?
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If a Boulder Designs franchisee is a resident of Minnesota, does the amendment apply?
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If a Boulder Designs franchisee transfers controlling interest, who is required to attend initial training?
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If a Boulder Designs franchisee wins a claim or action against the franchisor, what condition must they meet to recover their attorney's fees?
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If Boulder Designs implements a Minimum Gross Revenue requirement, what may happen if a franchisee fails to meet the requirement?
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If the Key Terms Page identifies the territory as a 'Shared Territory', can Boulder Designs operate or grant others the right to operate a Boulder Designs business in the territory?
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If Boulder Designs' license to use the domain name www.boulderdesigns.net is terminated, will I still have the right to the proprietary information?
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If mediation is required for a Boulder Designs franchise in South Dakota, where should the mediation be conducted?
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If Mogavero Investments terminates the license agreement, what obligation do they have to Boulder Designs franchisees?
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If one party in a Boulder Designs divorce action wishes to relinquish their interest in the franchise, what condition must the remaining spouse meet to carry on the franchise unit?
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If Boulder Designs provides actual records of an existing outlet, is this considered a financial performance representation?
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If any provision in Articles 4, 16, 17, or 18 of the Boulder Designs Franchise Agreement is inconsistent with the Hawaii Franchise Investment Law, which law will control?
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If purchasing an existing outlet, might Boulder Designs provide actual records?
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If purchasing two Boulder Designs franchises simultaneously, under what condition is a second equipment and supplies package required?
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If a receiver is appointed to take possession of Boulder Designs' properties, how long does the franchisor have to discharge them before the trademark license can be terminated?
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If there is an enforcement action regarding the Boulder Designs Franchise Agreement, who is responsible for attorney fees in North Dakota?
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If I transfer controlling interest to a new owner for my Boulder Designs franchise, am I subject to additional training costs?
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If Boulder Designs winds up its business, what happens to the license agreement with Mogavero Investments?
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When does an individual fall within the identified categories of 'Covered Person' for a Boulder Designs franchise?
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How does the interest rate change for the Boulder Designs Promissory Note if usury laws change?
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In Maryland, under what condition are the initial fees and payments owed by Boulder Designs franchisees deferred?
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What is the maximum amount the Boulder Designs Marketing Fee could be in the future, considering the annual increase?
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What is the maximum amount the Boulder Designs Technology Fee could be in the future, considering the annual increase?
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In Michigan, how many business days before signing a binding agreement or making a payment must Boulder Designs Franchising, LLC provide the disclosure document?
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What is the mutually agreed upon site for mediation if either party demands it for a Boulder Designs franchise in South Dakota?
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Does the New York amendment to the Boulder Designs Franchise Agreement affect all franchisees or only those in New York?
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In New York, when must Boulder Designs Franchising, LLC provide the disclosure document relative to the first personal meeting, signing a binding agreement, or making a payment?
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Can Boulder Designs offset any amounts owed by the franchisee against the purchase price of the equipment?
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What is the 'On-Site Training Cancellation Fee' for Boulder Designs, and when does it apply?
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How does the Boulder Designs On-Site Training Cancellation Fee vary?
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Is participation in the Boulder Designs National Accounts program mandatory?
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Does Boulder Designs provide a design proof and customer information upon receipt of the Project Deposit?
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What is the requirement regarding basic management training for the remaining spouse or partner(s) to carry on the Boulder Designs franchise unit after one party relinquishes their interest?
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Does Boulder Designs reserve the right to require franchisees to obtain cybersecurity insurance policies, and if so, under what conditions?
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What restrictions apply to a Boulder Designs franchisee accepting orders from outside their territory?
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Does Boulder Designs retain the Project Deposit paid for revenue generated inside and outside the franchisee's Territory as a result of the lead provided by the franchisor?
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Does Boulder Designs have the right to reduce Shared Territory rights?
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In South Dakota, under what condition regarding Boulder Designs' financial status is a financial assurance required by the South Dakota Securities Regulation Office?
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Can Boulder Designs supplement the information in Item 19 with information about possible performance under particular circumstances?
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Can Boulder Designs terminate the Franchise Agreement if a franchisee fails to cure a default related to re-boot training?
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Can Boulder Designs terminate permission to sell products or services outside of the Territory?
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Do the terms and conditions regarding appearance, signage, and customer service standards apply to a Boulder Designs franchisee operating out of a home office?
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Are there any exceptions to the choice of law provision in the Boulder Designs franchise agreement?
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Are there any specific quality standards that Approved Suppliers for Boulder Designs must meet?
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Under what circumstances is the Amendment described in this section of the Boulder Designs FDD executed?
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Under what circumstances can Boulder Designs authorize other franchisees or third parties to service a National Account within a franchisee's territory?
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Under what circumstances can Boulder Designs authorize other franchisees or third parties to service a National Headstone Program customer within a franchisee's territory?
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Under what circumstances can financial performance information differing from Item 19 be given by Boulder Designs?
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Under what circumstances will a Boulder Designs franchisee be billed for advice or guidance?
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Under what circumstances may a Boulder Designs Franchisee be entitled to additional time to commence operation of the Franchised Business?
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Under what circumstances is a Boulder Designs franchisee obligated to participate in National Accounts programs?
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Under what circumstances would a Boulder Designs franchisee be subject to additional initial training costs?
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Under what circumstances might a substitute trainer provide training for a Boulder Designs franchisee?
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Under what condition can Boulder Designs convert a franchisee's separate territory to a shared territory?
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Under what condition can a Boulder Designs franchisee avoid making an additional investment required in the last year of the initial term?
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Under what condition is a Boulder Designs franchisee prohibited from entering into wholesale transactions in their territory?
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Under what condition will Boulder Designs not grant anyone else the right to operate a Boulder Designs business in the franchisee's territory?
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Under what condition will each provision of the Boulder Designs Amendment be effective?
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Under what condition will each provision of the Amendment be effective for a Boulder Designs franchise?
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Under what condition will each provision of the Rhode Island amendment to the Boulder Designs Franchise Agreement be effective?
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Under what condition might Boulder Designs reject a proposed location?
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Under what condition is a Boulder Designs site selection deemed automatically approved?
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Under what conditions is the Amendment to the Boulder Designs Franchise Agreement executed?
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Under what conditions is the Amendment to the Franchise Agreement required for a Boulder Designs franchise?
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Under what conditions will Boulder Designs charge a fee of $2,500 for the Re-Boot training program?
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Under what conditions can Boulder Designs convert a 'Separate Territory' to a 'Shared Territory'?
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Under what conditions can a Boulder Designs franchise term be renewed for an additional term?
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Under what conditions is a Boulder Designs franchisee allowed to offer certain types or sizes of products, according to the franchisor?
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Under what conditions must a Boulder Designs franchisee participate in a purchasing program?
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Under what conditions will a Boulder Designs franchisee pay 15% of gross revenues for National Accounts projects?
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Under what conditions are all initial fees and payments owed by the franchisee deferred for a Boulder Designs franchise?
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Under what conditions might the length of time spent on a subject vary during Boulder Designs training?
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Under what conditions can the license to use the Boulder Designs trademarks be terminated?
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Under what conditions can the post-termination covenant not to compete be waived for a Boulder Designs franchisee?
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Under what conditions can Boulder Designs refuse to provide advice and guidance to a franchisee?
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Under what conditions might Boulder Designs require a franchisee to pay additional administrative or assistance fees related to product offerings?
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Under what conditions do the surviving obligations of the Franchisor and Franchisee under the Boulder Designs franchise agreement cease to be in full force and effect after the expiration or termination of the agreement?
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Under what conditions might Boulder Designs use a franchisee's location as a training facility?
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Under the Boulder Designs National Headstone Program, is the franchisee required to service the customer under the same terms negotiated for the program?
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In Virginia, what condition must be met before a Boulder Designs franchisee pays the initial franchise fee?
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In Virginia, when does a Boulder Designs franchisee have to pay the initial franchise fee?
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In Virginia, what happens if a ground for termination in the Boulder Designs Franchise Agreement does not constitute 'reasonable cause'?
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In Washington, where will arbitration or mediation take place for a Boulder Designs franchise purchased in Washington?
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In Washington, is a noncompetition covenant enforceable against an employee of a Boulder Designs franchisee if their earnings are below $100,000 per year?
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In Washington, is a noncompetition covenant enforceable against an independent contractor of a Boulder Designs franchisee if their earnings are below $250,000 per year?
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In Washington, are there any restrictions on transfer fees for a Boulder Designs franchise?
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In Washington, under what conditions can a Boulder Designs franchisee execute a release of rights under the Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act?
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Does the Wisconsin Fair Dealership Law, Ch. 135, Stats., apply to all Boulder Designs franchisees, or only those subject to the law?
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What are the conditions under which Boulder Designs might designate or approve suppliers (Item 8), and how does this affect the franchisee's estimated initial investment (Item 7)?
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What are the conditions under which Boulder Designs franchisees can obtain financing (Item 10), and how do these conditions relate to the franchisor's requirements for operating the business (Item 9)?
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What are the estimated costs for site lease for a Boulder Designs franchise (Item 7), and how does this relate to the territory granted to the franchisee (Item 12)?
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How does the financing information in Item 10 potentially impact the initial fees, such as the franchise fee for Boulder Designs, detailed in Item 5?
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How does the franchisor's advertising program for Boulder Designs (Item 11) benefit franchisees, considering the fees they pay (Item 6) and their obligations to market the business (Item 9)?
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How does the franchisor's assistance with advertising for Boulder Designs (Item 11) relate to the franchisee's obligations to market the business (Item 9)?
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How does the franchisor's assistance with advertising for Boulder Designs (Item 11) relate to the franchisee's obligations to comply with all applicable advertising laws and regulations (Item 9)?
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How does the franchisor's assistance with computer systems for Boulder Designs (Item 11) relate to the franchisee's obligations to maintain accurate records and report sales (Item 9)?
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How does the franchisor's assistance in Item 11 relate to the franchisee's obligations in Item 9 regarding operating the Boulder Designs business?
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How does the franchisor's assistance with marketing for Boulder Designs (Item 11) relate to the franchisee's obligations to protect the brand and reputation (Item 9)?
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How does the franchisor's assistance with site selection for Boulder Designs (Item 11) relate to the franchisee's obligations to maintain the premises (Item 9)?
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How does the franchisor's assistance with site selection for Boulder Designs (Item 11) relate to the franchisee's obligations to comply with local zoning and permitting regulations (Item 9)?
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How does the franchisor's assistance with site selection for Boulder Designs in Item 11 relate to the site lease costs estimated in Item 7?
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How does the franchisor's assistance with technology for Boulder Designs (Item 11) relate to the franchisee's obligations to protect customer data and maintain data security (Item 9)?
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How does the franchisor's control over suppliers for Boulder Designs (Item 8) affect the franchisee's ability to compete in the market, considering the lack of an exclusive territory (Item 12)?
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How does the franchisor's right to designate or approve suppliers for Boulder Designs (Item 8) affect the franchisee's ability to offer competitive pricing to customers (Item 12)?
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How does the franchisor's right to designate or approve suppliers for Boulder Designs (Item 8) affect the franchisee's ability to adapt to changing market conditions and customer preferences?
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How does the franchisor's right to designate or approve suppliers for Boulder Designs (Item 8) affect the franchisee's ability to negotiate favorable pricing and payment terms with suppliers?
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How does the franchisor's right to designate or approve suppliers for Boulder Designs (Item 8) relate to the franchisee's ability to control costs and maintain profitability (Item 7)?
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How does the franchisor's training program for Boulder Designs (Item 11) prepare franchisees to manage their employees and create a positive work environment (Item 9)?
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How does the franchisor's training program for Boulder Designs (Item 11) prepare franchisees to manage their finances and control costs (Item 7)?
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How does the franchisor's training program for Boulder Designs (Item 11) prepare franchisees to meet their obligations related to operating the business (Item 9)?
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How does the lack of an exclusive territory for Boulder Designs franchisees (Item 12) potentially impact the revenue and profitability projections that a franchisee might develop based on the initial investment costs in Item 7?
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How does the lack of an exclusive territory for Boulder Designs (Item 12) affect the franchisee's ability to attract and retain customers, considering the competition from other franchisees and businesses?
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How does the lack of an exclusive territory for Boulder Designs (Item 12) affect the franchisee's ability to differentiate their business from competitors and attract a loyal customer base?
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How does the lack of an exclusive territory for Boulder Designs (Item 12) affect the franchisee's ability to negotiate favorable lease terms for their site (Item 7)?
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How does the lack of an exclusive territory for Boulder Designs (Item 12) affect the franchisee's ability to obtain financing (Item 10)?
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How does the lack of an exclusive territory for Boulder Designs (Item 12) affect the franchisee's marketing strategy and advertising efforts (Item 11)?
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How does the lack of an exclusive territory for Boulder Designs (Item 12) affect the franchisee's obligations to meet performance standards (Item 9)?
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How does the lack of an exclusive territory for Boulder Designs (Item 12) impact the franchisee's ability to recoup their initial investment (Item 7) and pay ongoing fees (Item 6)?
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How does the lack of an exclusive territory for Boulder Designs, as stated in Item 12, relate to the franchisee's obligations outlined in Item 9?
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How does the litigation history of Boulder Designs (Item 3) potentially affect a franchisee's decision to invest, considering the estimated initial investment in Item 7?
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How does the litigation history of Boulder Designs (Item 3) potentially impact the franchisee's ability to secure financing (Item 10)?
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How does the litigation history of Boulder Designs (Item 3) potentially impact the franchisor's ability to attract new franchisees and maintain a strong brand reputation?
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How does the litigation history of Boulder Designs (Item 3) potentially impact the franchisor's ability to enforce the franchise agreement (Item 9)?
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How does the litigation history of Boulder Designs (Item 3) potentially impact the franchisor's ability to provide the support and assistance promised in Item 11?
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How does the litigation history of Boulder Designs (Item 3) potentially impact the value of the franchise opportunity for a prospective franchisee?
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How does the litigation history of Boulder Designs (Item 3) relate to the franchisor's representations about the business opportunity in other Items?
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What are the potential advantages and disadvantages of investing in a Boulder Designs franchise, considering the initial investment (Item 7), ongoing fees (Item 6), the franchisor's obligations (Item 11), and the lack of an exclusive territory (Item 12)?
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What are the potential benefits and drawbacks of investing in a Boulder Designs franchise, considering the initial investment (Item 7), ongoing fees (Item 6), and the franchisor's obligations (Item 11)?
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What are the potential consequences if a Boulder Designs franchisee fails to comply with the franchisor's advertising requirements (Item 11), considering their obligations under the franchise agreement (Item 9)?
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What are the potential consequences if a Boulder Designs franchisee fails to comply with the franchisor's operating procedures and standards (Item 9), considering the franchisor's rights and remedies?
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What are the potential consequences if a Boulder Designs franchisee fails to meet their obligations as outlined in Item 9, considering the franchisor's rights and remedies?
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What are the potential consequences if a Boulder Designs franchisee fails to meet their sales quotas or performance targets (Item 9), considering the franchisor's rights and remedies?
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What are the potential consequences if a Boulder Designs franchisee violates the restrictions on sources of products and services (Item 8), considering the franchisor's rights and remedies?
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What are the potential risks associated with the litigation history of Boulder Designs (Item 3) for a prospective franchisee, considering their obligations under the franchise agreement (Item 9)?
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What are the potential risks and rewards of investing in a Boulder Designs franchise, considering the initial investment (Item 7), ongoing fees (Item 6), and the lack of an exclusive territory (Item 12)?
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What is the relationship between the designated territory for a Boulder Designs franchise (Item 11 and 12) and the franchisee's obligations to market and operate the business (Item 9)?
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What is the relationship between the estimated initial investment for a Boulder Designs franchise (Item 7) and the potential for profitability, considering the ongoing fees (Item 6) and the lack of an exclusive territory (Item 12)?
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What is the relationship between the estimated initial investment for a Boulder Designs franchise (Item 7) and the potential for generating a sustainable income, considering the ongoing fees (Item 6) and the competition from other businesses (Item 12)?
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What is the relationship between the estimated initial investment for a Boulder Designs franchise (Item 7) and the potential return on investment, considering the lack of an exclusive territory (Item 12)?
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What is the relationship between the financing options available for a Boulder Designs franchise (Item 10) and the franchisor's requirements for equipment and supplies (Item 8)?
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What is the relationship between the financing options available for Boulder Designs (Item 10) and the estimated initial investment (Item 7), including the initial franchise fee (Item 5)?
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What is the relationship between the initial franchise fee for Boulder Designs (Item 5) and the availability of financing options (Item 10)?
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What is the relationship between the initial franchise fee for Boulder Designs (Item 5) and the franchisee's potential earnings, considering the estimated initial investment (Item 7) and ongoing fees (Item 6)?
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What is the relationship between the initial franchise fee for Boulder Designs (Item 5) and the potential for building a successful multi-unit operation, considering the franchisor's support and the availability of territories?
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What is the relationship between the initial franchise fee for Boulder Designs (Item 5) and the potential for building a valuable asset, considering the franchisor's reputation and brand recognition?
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What is the relationship between the initial franchise fee for Boulder Designs (Item 5) and the potential for future growth and expansion, considering the lack of an exclusive territory (Item 12)?
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What is the relationship between the initial franchise fee for Boulder Designs (Item 5) and the potential for long-term success, considering the ongoing support and assistance provided by the franchisor (Item 11)?
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What is the relationship between the initial franchise fee for Boulder Designs (Item 5) and the services, equipment, etc. that must be purchased from approved suppliers (Item 8)?
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What is the relationship between the initial franchise fee for multiple Boulder Designs franchises (Item 5) and the territory rights granted for those franchises (Item 12)?
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What is the relationship between the initial training fee for Boulder Designs (Item 7) and the franchisor's obligations to provide training and support (Item 11)?
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What is the relationship between the initial training provided by Boulder Designs (Item 11) and the franchisee's ability to operate the business according to the franchisor's standards (Item 9), considering the restrictions on suppliers (Item 8)?
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What is the relationship between the lack of an exclusive territory for Boulder Designs (Item 12) and the franchisee's ability to build a successful business, considering the initial investment (Item 7) and ongoing obligations (Item 9)?
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What are the restrictions on sources of products and services for Boulder Designs franchisees in Item 8, and how do these restrictions relate to the franchisee's obligations outlined in Item 9?
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How do the restrictions on suppliers for Boulder Designs in Item 8 affect the franchisee's ability to meet their obligations as outlined in Item 9?
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How do the restrictions on suppliers for Boulder Designs (Item 8) impact the estimated costs for equipment and supplies in the initial investment (Item 7)?
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What are the specific criteria used by Boulder Designs to approve suppliers (Item 8), and how can a franchisee ensure compliance with these criteria (Item 9)?
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What are the specific obligations of a Boulder Designs franchisee regarding the use of approved suppliers (Item 8) and how are these obligations enforced (Item 9)?
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What are the specific requirements for a Boulder Designs franchisee to maintain accurate financial records and report sales to the franchisor (Item 9), and how do these requirements relate to the franchisor's financial reporting obligations?
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What are the specific requirements for a Boulder Designs franchisee to maintain the appearance and cleanliness of their premises (Item 9), and how do these requirements relate to the franchisor's brand standards?
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What are the specific requirements for a Boulder Designs franchisee to maintain insurance coverage (Item 9), and how do these requirements relate to the franchisor's risk management policies?
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What are the specific requirements for a Boulder Designs franchisee to obtain approval for a location (Item 11), and how do these requirements relate to the estimated site lease costs (Item 7)?
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What are the specific requirements for a Boulder Designs franchisee to participate in local community events and promote the brand (Item 9), and how do these requirements relate to the franchisor's marketing strategy?
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What is the total estimated initial investment for a Boulder Designs franchise (Item 7) and how does it relate to potential financing options described in Item 10?
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How does the training provided by Boulder Designs (Item 11) address the franchisee's obligations to comply with all applicable laws and regulations (Item 9)?
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How does the training provided by Boulder Designs (Item 11) address the franchisee's obligations to comply with supplier restrictions (Item 8)?
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How does the training provided by Boulder Designs (Item 11) address the franchisee's obligations to maintain quality standards and customer satisfaction (Item 9)?
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How does the training provided by Boulder Designs (Item 11) address the franchisee's obligations to protect the brand's intellectual property and trade secrets (Item 9)?
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How does the training provided by Boulder Designs (Item 11) address the franchisee's obligations to provide excellent customer service and resolve customer complaints (Item 9)?
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How does the training provided by Boulder Designs (Item 11) relate to the franchisee's obligations to operate the business according to the franchisor's standards (Item 9)?
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How does the training provided by Boulder Designs (Item 11) relate to the restrictions on sources of products and services (Item 8)?
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What geographic area defines a 'Competitive Business' that a former Boulder Designs franchisee is prohibited from being involved with?
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What is the 'then-current training fee' that a Boulder Designs franchisee must reimburse if hiring another franchisee's employee?
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dependency
Is a Boulder Designs franchisee required to complete certifications and training to offer and sell larger boulders?
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Is a Boulder Designs franchisee required to execute additional documentation to offer and sell larger boulders?
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If Boulder Designs requires additional administrative or assistance fees for certain boulder products, is the franchisee obligated to pay them?
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According to the Boulder Designs Franchise Agreement, what happens if a provision is deemed invalid, illegal, or unenforceable?
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What is the consequence for a Boulder Designs franchisee conducting wholesale transactions without prior approval?
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In the event that a provision of the Boulder Designs Franchise Agreement is deemed invalid, illegal or unenforceable, what action will be taken to revise the provision?
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Does the Boulder Designs franchise agreement allow a franchisee to use a claim against the franchisor, even if it arises from the agreement itself, as a defense against the enforcement of covenants in Article 17?
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What does the Boulder Designs franchise agreement state regarding the enforceability of liquidated damages clauses under Minnesota Rule 2860.4400J?
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For Boulder Designs franchisees in Wisconsin, what happens when provisions in the Franchise Agreement or related contract are inconsistent with the Wisconsin Fair Dealership Law, Ch. 135, Stats.?
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For Boulder Designs franchises in Illinois, is a venue selection clause outside of Illinois enforceable for causes of action enforceable in Illinois?
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What happens if Boulder Designs does not approve submitted advertising or promotions within 30 days?
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What happens if a court finds Section 21.5 of the Boulder Designs agreement unenforceable due to its scope, area, activity, or time restrictions?
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What happens if a Boulder Designs franchisee is in default under the terms of the franchise agreement regarding territory rights?
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What happens if a Boulder Designs franchisee fails to complete all post-termination obligations required under the agreement?
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What happens if a Boulder Designs franchisee fails to make required repairs or replacements?
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What happens if a Boulder Designs franchisee fails to submit the finalized design?
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What happens if a Boulder Designs franchisee offers for sale, sells, or provides items or services that Boulder Designs has not approved in writing?
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What happens if a Boulder Designs franchisee does not participate in the National Accounts program or refuses a National Accounts project in their territory?
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What happens if a Boulder Designs franchisee refuses a National Headstone Program project?
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What happens if a Boulder Designs franchisee uses the trademarks in an unauthorized manner?
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What happens if the Boulder Designs franchisor and franchisee cannot agree on a location for the franchised business?
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What happens if the Franchisor and Franchisee cannot agree on a mediation or arbitration site in North Dakota under the Boulder Designs Franchise Agreement?
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What happens if Boulder Designs takes an affirmative act of insolvency regarding the trademark license?
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What happens if Boulder Designs winds up, sells, consolidates, or merges its business regarding the trademark license?
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For Boulder Designs, what happens to the rest of the franchise agreement if a part of it is deemed unlawful and cannot be modified to be lawful?
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If Boulder Designs extends the Franchise Agreement term to comply with applicable law, does this waive any of Boulder Designs' other rights under the agreement?
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If the Boulder Designs Franchise Agreement is terminated due to site selection disagreement, is the franchisee entitled to a refund of the initial franchise fee?
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If a Boulder Designs franchisee breaches one obligation in the franchise agreement, does the existence of another, unbreached obligation relating to the same subject matter affect the fact that a breach occurred?
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If a Boulder Designs franchisee owns less than 5% of a publicly-held entity, is that entity considered a 'Competitive Business'?
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If a Boulder Designs franchisee understates the amounts due, what fee applies?
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If a Boulder Designs franchisee's payment does not clear their bank for any reason, what fee applies?
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If information related to the Boulder Designs business becomes publicly available through no fault of the franchisee, is it still considered Confidential Information?
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If any part of the Boulder Designs franchise agreement is deemed unlawful, what will happen to that provision?
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If I transport the Boulder Designs equipment myself, what are the shipping costs?
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Does the North Dakota amendment to the Boulder Designs Franchise Agreement change any other sections of the agreement besides those specifically mentioned?
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In North Dakota, what happens if a Boulder Designs Franchisee is required to consent to the jurisdiction of McLennan County, Texas?
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Regarding the Boulder Designs franchise, what is the franchisor's liability if governmental regulations restrict the franchisee's business operation in the territory?
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Under what circumstance regarding bankruptcy might Section 16.2 of the Boulder Designs Franchise Agreement, which terminates the agreement, not be enforceable in Hawaii?
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Under what circumstance regarding bankruptcy might Section 16.2 of the Boulder Designs Franchise Agreement, which terminates the agreement, not be enforceable?
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Under what circumstances might Boulder Designs terminate the Franchise Agreement if a location cannot be agreed upon?
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exception
According to Maryland law, does the general release required for renewal, sale, or transfer apply to liability under the Maryland Franchise Registration and Disclosure Law for Boulder Designs?
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According to the Boulder Designs Personal Guarantee, is the Guarantor's obligation affected by the Franchisor acquiring or modifying any collateral?
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Are actions for injunctive relief subject to mediation for Boulder Designs?
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Does the Boulder Designs agreement limit the franchisee's ability to contest the Franchisor's intellectual property rights?
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What businesses are specifically excluded from being considered a 'Competitive Business' to a Boulder Designs franchise?
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What claims are excluded from the Boulder Designs General Release?
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Is the covenant not to compete that extends beyond termination of the Boulder Designs franchise always enforceable under California law?
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Does a default regarding Boulder Designs Franchise Unit #1 have a cross-defaulting effect on Franchise Unit #2 if Unit #2 is not in default and is owned by the same owners?
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Are disputes arising from the Clayton Act subject to mediation for Boulder Designs?
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Are disputes arising from the Sherman Act, the Clayton Act, or any other Federal or state antitrust law subject to arbitration for Boulder Designs?
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Are disputes arising from the Sherman Act subject to mediation for Boulder Designs?
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Are disputes arising under the Lanham Act relating to Boulder Designs' trademarks subject to mediation?
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Are disputes regarding the nonpayment of fees subject to mediation for Boulder Designs?
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Are disputes relating to actions to obtain possession of the premises of the Boulder Designs Franchised Business under lease or sublease subject to mediation?
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What documentary evidence can a Boulder Designs franchisee use to demonstrate that information is not considered 'Confidential Information'?
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Does the Boulder Designs franchise agreement prevent Boulder Designs from seeking injunctive relief from any court of competent jurisdiction?
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Is the Boulder Designs franchise agreement's provision for termination upon bankruptcy always enforceable under federal bankruptcy law?
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Can a Boulder Designs franchisee operate a business that offers engraved concrete signage if it's under a franchise agreement with Boulder Designs?
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Can a Boulder Designs franchisee waive claims under applicable state franchise law, including fraud in the inducement, through any statement, questionnaire, or acknowledgement signed at the commencement of the franchise relationship?
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Can a Boulder Designs franchisee waive claims under state franchise law or disclaim reliance on the franchisor through signed documents?
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For Boulder Designs franchises in Illinois, can a franchisee waive claims under state franchise law or disclaim reliance on behalf of the franchisor through any signed statement or acknowledgement?
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Is the gross revenue collected for the Boulder Designs National Headstone Program subject to the 15% National Accounts Fee?
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What happens if a Boulder Designs franchisee independently develops information without using Confidential Information?
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What happens if a Boulder Designs franchisee spends less than 10% of gross revenues on local advertising?
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If a Boulder Designs franchisee independently develops information, is that information considered 'Confidential Information'?
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If a Boulder Designs franchisee operates a business under a franchise agreement with the franchisor, is that business considered a 'Competitive Business'?
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If a Boulder Designs franchisee owns less than 5% of a publicly held entity, is that entity considered a 'Competitive Business'?
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If a franchisee purchases two Boulder Designs franchised businesses, do they need to attend initial training twice?
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If a third party rightfully provides information to a Boulder Designs franchisee, is that information considered 'Confidential Information'?
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If a third party rightfully provides information to a Boulder Designs franchisee, is that information still considered 'Confidential Information'?
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What information is explicitly excluded from the definition of 'Confidential Information' for a Boulder Designs franchise?
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Are liquidated damages clauses in the Boulder Designs Franchise Agreement always enforceable under California Civil Code Section 1671?
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In Maryland, can a Boulder Designs franchisee waive claims under state franchise law or disclaim reliance on the franchisor through any signed document related to the franchise relationship?
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For Boulder Designs in New York, what rights and causes of action arising from Article 33 of the General Business Law of the State of New York remain in force regarding renewal or extension?
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For Boulder Designs in New York, what rights and causes of action arising from Article 33 of the General Business Law of the State of New York remain in force regarding transfer approval?
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Is the provision in the Boulder Designs Franchise Agreement requiring the application of Texas laws always enforceable under California law?
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When renewing or transferring a Boulder Designs franchise in Hawaii, what type of claims must be excluded from the general release required under Articles 4 and 18?
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Is Boulder Designs required to disclose or grant a similar variance to a franchisee if another franchisee receives a variance?
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Are there any exceptions to what is considered a 'Competitive Business' for a Boulder Designs franchisee?
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Are there exceptions to the mediation requirement for Boulder Designs disputes?
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When transferring a Boulder Designs franchise to a Controlled Entity, is the franchisee required to pay a transfer fee according to Section 18.2?
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What type of claims are excluded from the general release that Boulder Designs franchisees must sign as a condition of renewal and transfer, according to Articles 4 and 18?
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For Boulder Designs, what types of disputes are exempt from the mediation requirement in McLennan County, Texas?
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Under what condition, other than the standard expiration, can the Boulder Designs Franchise Agreement's initial term be terminated?
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Under what conditions is a business NOT considered a 'Competitive Business' for Boulder Designs franchisees?
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Under what conditions can a Boulder Designs franchisee in Washington waive rights under the Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act?
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Under the Boulder Designs Personal Guarantee, is the Guarantor released from liability if the Franchisor releases any other guarantor?
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Under the Boulder Designs Personal Guarantee, does the Guarantor waive notice of any granting of time by the Franchisor to the Franchisee?
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Under the Boulder Designs Personal Guarantee, does the Guarantor waive the right to notice of any alterations to the obligations?
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Under the Boulder Designs Personal Guarantee, is the Guarantor's obligation affected by any failure of the Franchisor to take action regarding security?
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Is the 10% local advertising spend for Boulder Designs a requirement or a recommendation?
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In 2024, what was the total long-term debt for Boulder Designs?
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Is Boulder Designs able to estimate the future costs of the Computer System or required service or support?
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What are the acceptable methods for displaying the Boulder Designs logo and telephone number on the vehicle?
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Does Boulder Designs' acceptance of a late payment constitute an agreement to accept future payments after the due date?
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Does Boulder Designs' acceptance of a late payment release the franchisee of its obligations under the terms of the Franchise Agreement?
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Will Boulder Designs have access to the accounting system of franchisees through QuickBooks remote access?
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What access does Boulder Designs have to a franchisee's computer, software, and phone data and systems?
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Can Boulder Designs access information from the franchisee's software packages without notifying the franchisee?
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According to Boulder Designs, what accounting estimates and assumptions are required when preparing financial statements?
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According to Boulder Designs, what accounting principles must management adhere to when preparing financial statements?
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According to the Boulder Designs ACH Withdrawal Form, is the amount withdrawn by the franchisor the same each month?
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According to the Boulder Designs ACH Withdrawal Form, what articles of the Franchise Agreement authorize the monetary transfers?
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According to the ACH Withdrawal Form for Boulder Designs, what happens if a franchisee revokes the Authorization Agreement?
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According to the addendum, what condition must be