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What terms and conditions of the transfer must Clear Pest Pros approve?

Clear_Pest_Pros Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

ve a prior relationship with the transferee) sign a general release, in a form satisfactory to us, of any and all claims against us and our shareholders, officers, directors, employees, and agents (such requirement to sign a general release is subject to change in our sole discretion);

    1. we have approved the material terms and conditions of the transfer , the form of purchase and sale agreement, and determined that the price and terms of payment will not adversely affect the transferee's operation of the Clear Pest Pros Business;
    1. in the event of an approved transfer to a wholly owned corporation or limited liability company, we will require you to own and control at least 100% of the issued and outstanding capital stock or other ownership interest;
    1. you must have attended Initial Training and your business must be open in order to transfer the Clear Pest Pros Business;
    1. You must affirm and comply with your post-termination obligations, including, without limitation, such obligations set forth in Sections 6 or 13.
    1. the transferee must obtain, within the time limits set by us, and maintain thereafter, all permits and licenses required for the operation of the Clear Pest Pros Business;
    1. to the extent required by the terms of any leases or other agreements, the lessors or other parties must have consented to the proposed transfer;
    1. the transfer must be made in compliance with any laws that apply to the transfer, including state and federal laws governing the offer and sale of franchises; and
    1. if required by us, in our sole discretion, transferee must purchase all or a portion of the Initial Package, new or refurbished equipment, inventory, new vehicles/vehicle wraps, and complete remodeling, refurbishing, renovation or upgrades required by Franchisor, etc.

Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD pages 67–68)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

According to the 2025 Clear Pest Pros Franchise Disclosure Document, any transfer of the franchise agreement requires prior written approval from Clear Pest Pros. Clear Pest Pros states they will not unreasonably withhold approval if certain conditions are met, which they will determine in their sole discretion.

Clear Pest Pros must approve the material terms and conditions of the transfer, as well as the form of the purchase and sale agreement. They also assess whether the price and terms of payment will negatively impact the transferee's operation of the Clear Pest Pros business. The transferee must successfully complete the initial training program. The transferee must also agree to assume all outstanding obligations to the Clear Pest Pros business's customers and clients.

Additionally, the transferring franchisee, its principals, and the transferee must sign a general release of claims against Clear Pest Pros. The transferee must obtain and maintain all necessary permits and licenses. Lessors or other parties to agreements must consent to the transfer if required by the terms of any leases or other agreements. The transfer must comply with all applicable laws, including state and federal franchise laws. Clear Pest Pros may also require the transferee to purchase all or part of the Initial Package, new or refurbished equipment, inventory, new vehicles/vehicle wraps, and complete remodeling, refurbishing, renovation, or upgrades to meet current system standards.

Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document and is provided for research purposes only. It does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decisions.