What exhibit is included in the Chatime franchise agreement?
Chatime Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
chisor, franchise seller, or other person acting on behalf of the franchisor. This provision supersedes any other term of any document executed in connection with the franchise
Each provision of this Amendment will be effective only to the extent, with respect to such provision, that the jurisdictional requirements of the Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act, RCW §§19.100.010 through 19.100.940, are met independently without reference to this Amendment.
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.
CHATIME FRANCHISE, LLC FRANCHISEE
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Exhibit F to the Franchise Disclosure Document
ACKNOWLEDGMENT ADDENDUM TO CHATIME FRANCHISE, LLC FRANCHISE AGREEMENT
[Do not sign this Acknowledgement Addendum if you are resident of California, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, or Wisconsin, or the business is to be operated in any of these states].
As you know, you and we are entering into a Franchise Agreement for the operation of a Chati
Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 58–262)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Chatime's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Exhibit F, titled "Acknowledgment Addendum to Chatime Franchise, LLC Franchise Agreement," is included in the document. This addendum is designed to confirm that prospective franchisees understand the limitations on claims they can make regarding the franchise sale and operation. Franchisees are asked to acknowledge whether any unauthorized or misleading statements were made to them during the franchise sales process.
However, the FDD also notes that franchisees residing in or planning to operate their business in certain states, including California, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, or Wisconsin, should not sign this addendum. This suggests that the enforceability or relevance of the Acknowledgment Addendum may vary depending on state laws and regulations.
Additionally, Exhibit H provides a table of contents for the Chatime Operations Manual. This manual likely contains detailed procedures and guidelines for operating a Chatime franchise, covering aspects such as customer service, operating techniques, and business management. Franchisees can refer to this manual for guidance on adhering to Chatime's Business System and maintaining consistent quality and standards.