What is the registration number for the 'BUDGET (Stylized)' trademark, according to the Budget FDD?
Budget Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Trademark | Reg. No. | Reg. Date |
|---|---|---|
| BUDGET (Stylized) | 1161448 | 14-Jul-1981 (renewed August 12, 2021) |
| BUDGET (Stylized) | 1300949 | 16-Oct-1984 (renewed February 6, 2025) |
Source: Item 13 — TRADEMARKS (FDD pages 63–64)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Budget's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the 'BUDGET (Stylized)' trademark has two registration numbers. The first registration number is 1161448, registered on July 14, 1981, and renewed on August 12, 2021. The second registration number is 1300949, registered on October 16, 1984, and renewed on February 6, 2025.
Having multiple registrations for the same stylized trademark suggests that Budget has taken steps to protect its brand identity over time. These registrations on the Principal Register of the United States Patent and Trademark Office provide Budget with certain legal rights, helping to prevent others from using similar marks that could cause confusion among consumers.
As a franchisee, it is important to understand the trademarks licensed to you and to use them according to Budget's guidelines. Franchisees should also be aware that Budget retains control over any legal actions related to the trademarks and that franchisees must notify Budget of any potential infringements or challenges to the use of the marks.