Is Checkers representing that they have special expertise in selecting sites for restaurants?

According to Checkers' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Checkers does not claim to have special expertise in selecting sites for restaurants. While Checkers may suggest, approve, or provide information about potential sites, this does not constitute a representation or warranty regarding the site's suitability for a Checkers restaurant or any other purpose. Checkers' actions only indicate that they believe the site meets their acceptable criteria at that time, not that the restaurant will be profitable or successful at that location.

Checkers states that the criteria they use for site selection may not accurately reflect the potential of all sites, and demographic or other factors could change, affecting a site's potential. The uncertainty and instability of these criteria are beyond Checkers' control, and they are not responsible if a site they suggest or approve fails to meet a franchisee's expectations.

Therefore, Checkers emphasizes that the franchisee's decision to develop and operate a restaurant at any site should be based solely on their own independent investigation of the site's suitability. This means that while Checkers provides site selection assistance, the ultimate responsibility for assessing the viability of a location rests with the franchisee. A prospective franchisee should conduct thorough due diligence, including market research and financial analysis, before committing to a specific site.