Who retains each copy of the signed Counselor Realty Disclosure Document receipt?

According to Counselor Realty's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the last two pages of the document are acknowledgements of receipt, with one copy intended for the franchisee and the other for Counselor Realty. The receipt must be signed, dated, and delivered to Counselor Realty at least 14 calendar days before the signing of the Franchise Agreement or payment of any fee by the franchisee.

This requirement ensures that Counselor Realty can verify that the prospective franchisee has received and acknowledged the FDD within the legally mandated timeframe. This is a standard practice in franchising, designed to protect both the franchisor and franchisee by documenting that the franchisee had access to all relevant information before making a financial commitment.

Prospective franchisees should carefully review the FDD and all related documents before signing the receipt. They should also retain their copy of the signed receipt as proof of compliance with the disclosure requirements. Failure to provide the signed receipt to Counselor Realty within the specified timeframe may delay or prevent the franchisee from moving forward with the franchise opportunity.