For Buff City Soap, when does Development Period 1 commence?

According to Buff City Soap's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Development Period 1 commences on the Effective Date. The FDD also indicates that there are subsequent development periods (2 and 3), but it does not specify the commencement dates for these periods.

For a prospective Buff City Soap franchisee, the "Effective Date" is a critical starting point for understanding their obligations and timelines under the Development Agreement. This date marks the beginning of the period in which they are expected to develop and open their franchised locations. The franchisee should confirm what constitutes the "Effective Date" in their specific agreement, as it could be tied to the signing date, funding date, or another specific event.

It is important to note that the table also mentions the "Balance of Initial Franchise Fee Due Upon Execution of Franchise Agreement" and "Cumulative Makeries That Must Be Open and Operating at the Expiration of Each Development Period." These factors are tied to the development periods, and the franchisee should understand the financial and operational requirements associated with each period. The franchisee should clarify the expiration dates for development periods 2 and 3 with Buff City Soap.