According to the 2025 Chatime Franchise Disclosure Document, several amendments to the franchise agreement require signatures and dates upon execution. Specifically, the Illinois Amendment, the New York Amendment, and the receipt page all contain signature lines that require dating. These amendments ensure compliance with state-specific franchise laws.

For example, the Illinois Amendment includes the statement: "IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have duly executed, sealed, and delivered this Amendment to the Franchise Agreement on the same date as that on which the Franchise Agreement was executed." This indicates that both parties (Chatime and the franchisee) must sign and date the amendment, with the date coinciding with the execution of the original franchise agreement. A similar statement appears in the New York Amendment.

Additionally, the receipt page of the Franchise Disclosure Document requires the franchisee to sign and date it, acknowledging receipt of the FDD. The instructions state: "Please remove this page, sign and date this page, and keep if for your records." This receipt serves as proof that Chatime provided the FDD to the prospective franchisee within the legally mandated timeframe, which varies by state but is generally 14 calendar days before signing any binding agreement or making any payment. Therefore, dating the signature is a necessary step for the franchisee.

In summary, while the general franchise agreement isn't explicitly mentioned regarding signature dates, these amendments and the FDD receipt page all necessitate that the franchisee (or their representative) sign and date the documents to acknowledge their agreement and receipt, ensuring legal compliance and proper record-keeping for both Chatime and the franchisee.