Does the Christies International Real Estate agreement specify who bears the costs of their own travel for the mediation?

Based on the 2025 Christies International Real Estate Franchise Disclosure Document, the agreement does not explicitly state who is responsible for travel costs associated with mediation. However, the FDD does outline who is responsible for travel costs associated with initial and ongoing training.

Specifically, the Christies International Real Estate agreement states that the franchisee is solely responsible for the compensation, travel, lodging, and living expenses incurred by their trainees and any required additional individuals in attending the initial training program and any additional training required. This includes the Responsible Broker, Office Broker, Marketing Director, and Agent Support Director for the Main Office and each Additional Office.

While the FDD does not address mediation travel costs, it is reasonable to assume that franchisees are generally responsible for their own expenses unless explicitly stated otherwise in the agreement. A prospective Christies International Real Estate franchisee should seek clarification from the franchisor regarding responsibility for travel and lodging expenses related to mediation to fully understand their potential financial obligations.