For which states are the effective dates for Chesters franchises currently pending?

According to Chesters's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the effective dates for franchise registration are currently pending in several states. Specifically, California, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin all have pending effective dates.

This means that as of the date of the FDD, Chesters cannot yet offer or sell franchises in these states until the registration is approved and an effective date is established. A prospective franchisee in one of these states would need to wait for Chesters to obtain the necessary approvals before being able to move forward with the franchise process.

The delay in effective dates could be due to various reasons, such as pending regulatory review or incomplete filings. It is common for franchise systems to have pending registrations in some states, especially when they are initially expanding or updating their FDD. A prospective franchisee should inquire with Chesters directly about the expected timeline for these approvals to better understand when they might be able to proceed with a franchise in their desired state.

It is important to note that Chesters is still required to provide a Franchise Disclosure Document to potential franchisees in New York and Michigan within a specific timeframe before any agreement is signed or payment is made. In New York, the FDD must be provided at the earlier of the first personal meeting or 10 business days before the execution of the franchise agreement or payment of any consideration. In Michigan, the FDD must be provided at least 10 business days before the execution of any binding agreement or payment of consideration.