Does the Crave Cookies Franchise Agreement contain the entire agreement between Crave Cookies Franchising and Franchisee concerning the Crave Cookies franchise?

According to Crave Cookies's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Franchise Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties, superseding all prior negotiations and representations. Specifically, Item 22, Section 18.3 states that the agreement represents the complete understanding between Crave Cookies Franchising and the franchisee. This means that any previous discussions, promises, or agreements not included in the written Franchise Agreement are not legally binding.

This clause is standard in franchise agreements to provide clarity and prevent disputes based on verbal agreements or understandings that are not documented. However, the agreement also clarifies that nothing within it or any related document is intended to disclaim representations made by Crave Cookies in its Franchise Disclosure Document. This ensures that the franchisee can rely on the information provided in the FDD.

For a prospective Crave Cookies franchisee, this means it is crucial to ensure that all essential terms, conditions, and promises are included in the written Franchise Agreement. Any verbal assurances or understandings should be documented and incorporated into the agreement to avoid future disputes. The franchisee should carefully review the Franchise Disclosure Document and the Franchise Agreement to ensure consistency and accuracy of all information.