Is Bumper Man obligated to assist a franchisee in the resale of their Bumper Man business?
Bumper_Man Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- Bumper Business, Franchisor will provide Franchisee with at least one member of Franchisor's personnel, or its designated representative for a minimum of three days, to assist Franchisee with marketing the Bumper Business and establishment of initial Customer accounts for the Bumper Business. Franchisor's personnel and designated representatives will in no way be responsible for the operation of the Bumper Business at any time, including such times as Franchisor's personnel provides the assistance before or after the Bumper Business commences operations as set forth in this Section 5(b).
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 45–180)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Bumper Man Franchise Disclosure Document, Bumper Man will provide assistance to franchisees in marketing their Bumper Business. Specifically, Bumper Man will provide at least one member of its personnel, or its designated representative, for a minimum of three days to assist with marketing the Bumper Business and establishing initial customer accounts.
This support is aimed at helping the franchisee effectively promote the business and build a customer base. However, the FDD clarifies that Bumper Man's personnel and designated representatives are not responsible for the actual operation of the Bumper Business, either before or after it commences operations. This means that while Bumper Man offers marketing and customer acquisition support, the franchisee retains full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the business.
This assistance can be a significant benefit for new franchisees, especially those who may lack experience in marketing or customer acquisition. However, franchisees should be aware that this support is limited to marketing and establishing initial customer accounts and does not extend to the overall management and operation of the business.