What training program must the transferee of a City Publications franchise complete?
City_Publications Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
eholder, member, or partner who has signed a personal guarantee.
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- The transferee shall have obtained all necessary consents and approvals by third parties (such as the landlord of the premises of the Franchised Business), and the transfer shall be made in compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws, rules and ordinances.
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- The transferee must complete the initial training program as provided in Section 10.A. of this Agreement. Franchisee may not promise or provide Franchise system training as part of the agreement to the transferee.
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Source: Item 23 — RECEIPT (FDD pages 39–129)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to City Publications' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a transferee of a franchise must complete the initial training program. This is the same training that is provided to new franchisees, as detailed in Section 10.A of the Franchise Agreement.
This requirement ensures that the new owner is properly trained in the City Publications system, maintaining brand standards and operational consistency. The original franchisee is explicitly prohibited from providing the franchise system training themselves, reinforcing the franchisor's control over training quality.
For a prospective buyer of an existing City Publications franchise, this means they must factor in the time and cost associated with completing the initial training. The new franchisee is responsible for attending and paying for initial training and for paying all start-up expenses. This is a standard practice in franchising, as franchisors need to ensure that all franchisees, regardless of whether they are new or transferees, operate the business according to the established system.