What triggers the unapproved advertising fines for a Burneys Sweets More franchise?
Burneys_Sweets_More Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Name of Fee1 | Amount | Due Date | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unapproved Advertising Fines | st infraction: $0 1 nd infraction: $100 2 rd or subsequent 3 infraction: $500 | Upon notice of infraction. Will be collected by EFT. | These fines would apply to any advertising materials or techniques used without obtaining our approval or following the procedures in the Brand Standards Manual. Any fine is in addition to other remedies under the Franchise Agreement. |
| Fines | Up to $1,000 per occurrence; plus costs for inspection or re-inspection. |
Source: Item 6 — OTHER FEES (FDD pages 11–17)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Burneys Sweets More's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, unapproved advertising fines are incurred when a franchisee uses advertising materials or techniques without first obtaining approval from Burneys Sweets More or without following the procedures outlined in the Brand Standards Manual.
The fines for unapproved advertising are structured as follows: a first infraction results in a $0 fine, a second infraction incurs a $100 fine, and a third or subsequent infraction leads to a $500 fine. These fines are collected via Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) upon notice of the infraction.
It's important to note that these fines are in addition to any other remedies that Burneys Sweets More may pursue under the Franchise Agreement. This means that in addition to the monetary penalties, Burneys Sweets More could take further action to enforce compliance with its advertising standards. Franchisees must ensure all advertising is pre-approved to avoid these penalties and potential further action.