What are the restrictions on advertising the sale of a Carvel Franchised Business?
Carvel Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- 16.9 Restrictions on Advertising Sale of Franchised Business.
You may not, without our prior written consent: (i) place in, on, or upon the Accepted Location any advertisement for the transfer, sale, or other disposition of the Franchised Business or any ownership interest in you, (ii) use any Marks in advertising (in any form of media) the transfer, sale, or other disposition of the Franchised Business or any ownership interest in you, or (iii) list the Franchised Business or any ownership interest in you with any business broker, real estate broker, agent, or attorney.
Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 100–353)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Carvel Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees face specific restrictions when advertising the sale of their Carvel business. A Carvel franchisee is prohibited from placing advertisements on the physical location of the franchise to indicate that the business is for sale without prior written consent from Carvel.
Additionally, franchisees are not allowed to use any of Carvel's trademarks or branding in any form of media when advertising the sale of the franchise. This restriction ensures that the Carvel brand is protected and that any advertising related to the sale of a franchise meets the standards set by the company.
Finally, a Carvel franchisee cannot list the franchise for sale with any business broker, real estate broker, agent, or attorney without Carvel's prior written consent. This provision allows Carvel to maintain control over the transfer process and ensure that potential buyers meet the company's criteria. These restrictions are typical in franchising, as franchisors want to protect their brand and ensure a smooth transition when a franchise changes ownership.