What is the franchisee required to acknowledge they will receive pursuant to the Crave agreement?
Crave Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Franchisee acknowledges that it has received the CRAVE Franchising, LLC Franchise Disclosure Document with a complete copy of the Franchise Agreement and all related Attachments and agreements at least fourteen (14) calendar days prior to the date on which the Franchise Agreement was executed. Franchisee further acknowledges that Franchisee has read such Franchise Disclosure Document and understands its contents.
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- Franchisee acknowledges that it has had ample opportunity to consult with its own attorneys, accountants and other advisors and that the attorneys for Franchisor have not advised or represented Franchisee with respect to the Franchise Agreement or the relationship thereby created.
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- Franchisee, together with Franchisee's advisers, has sufficient knowledge and experience in financial and business matters to make an informed investment decision with respect to the Franchise granted by the Franchise Agreement.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 63–253)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Crave's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee must acknowledge that they have received the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) with a complete copy of the Franchise Agreement and all related attachments and agreements at least 14 calendar days before executing the Franchise Agreement. Furthermore, the franchisee acknowledges having read the FDD and understanding its contents. This acknowledgement is confirmed by the franchisee's initial.
This requirement ensures that prospective Crave franchisees have sufficient time to review the franchise agreement and related documents before making a binding commitment. The 14-day review period is a standard practice in franchising, mandated by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and various state franchise laws, to protect franchisees from being pressured into signing agreements without proper consideration.
Additionally, the franchisee must acknowledge having had ample opportunity to consult with their own attorneys, accountants, and other advisors, and that the franchisor's attorneys have not advised or represented them. The franchisee also acknowledges having sufficient knowledge and experience in financial and business matters to make an informed investment decision regarding the franchise. These acknowledgements aim to confirm that the franchisee is entering the agreement with independent advice and a clear understanding of the financial implications.
These acknowledgements are crucial for Crave, as they serve to protect the franchisor from potential legal challenges based on claims of inadequate disclosure or undue influence. By requiring these acknowledgements, Crave aims to ensure that franchisees are fully informed and capable of making their own decisions, thereby fostering a more transparent and equitable franchise relationship.