What specific disclaimer must a Christies International Real Estate franchisee display at their office entrance?
Christies_International_Real_Estate Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
You must place a conspicuous notice on or near the entrance(s) of the Offices(s), that clearly states "EACH OFFICE IS INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED," or any modification of the statement as we may require in the Operations Manual ("Disclaimer").
You must include the Disclaimer on all signage, business cards, stationery, promotional and advertising materials, website and internet communications, email signature blocks, real estate documents, and all other materials you use.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPT (FDD pages 54–177)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Christies International Real Estate Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees must display a specific disclaimer at the entrance of their offices. This disclaimer must conspicuously state "EACH OFFICE IS INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED," or any modification of this statement as required by Christies International Real Estate in their Operations Manual.
This requirement serves to clarify that each Christies International Real Estate office is independently run, emphasizing that the franchisee is responsible for the business's operations. This is a common practice in franchising, helping to avoid confusion about liability and responsibility between the franchisor and individual franchisees.
Furthermore, the disclaimer isn't limited to just the office entrance. Christies International Real Estate requires that this disclaimer also be included on all signage, business cards, stationery, promotional and advertising materials, websites, email signature blocks, real estate documents, and any other materials the franchisee uses. This ensures consistent messaging about the independent nature of the franchise across all customer touchpoints.