What is the effect of the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation's registration of the Brain Balance franchise offering?

According to the 2025 Brain Balance Franchise Disclosure Document, the registration of the franchise offering by the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation does not constitute an endorsement. This means that while Brain Balance is registered to offer franchises in California, the state's regulatory body is not recommending or approving the franchise.

This disclaimer is a standard practice in franchise regulation. Registration typically means that Brain Balance has met certain minimum requirements for providing information to potential franchisees, but it does not indicate that the state has evaluated the business model's viability or the potential for franchisee success. The California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation does not offer opinions on the investment merits of the Brain Balance franchise.

Prospective franchisees should not interpret the registration as a sign of approval or a guarantee of success. Instead, they should conduct their own thorough due diligence, including reviewing the FDD, consulting with existing franchisees, and seeking advice from legal and financial professionals, before making an investment decision. The FDD also states that the Brain Balance website has not been reviewed or approved by the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation, and any complaints about the website's content may be directed to the Department.