Can the franchisee transfer the Crave Cookies MUDA without prior written consent?
Crave_Cookies Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Franchisee shall not Transfer this MUDA without the prior written consent of Crave Cookies Franchising, and any Transfer without Crave Cookies Franchising's prior written consent shall be void.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 47–194)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Crave Cookies Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee is not allowed to transfer their Multi-Unit Development Agreement (MUDA) without obtaining prior written consent from Crave Cookies Franchising. If a franchisee attempts to transfer the MUDA without this consent, the transfer will be considered void, meaning it has no legal effect.
This requirement gives Crave Cookies Franchising control over who can develop multiple franchise locations under a MUDA. This is a standard practice in franchising, as franchisors want to ensure that any new multi-unit developer meets their standards for financial stability, operational expertise, and commitment to the brand.
For a prospective Crave Cookies franchisee, this means that if they later decide they cannot fulfill their obligations under the MUDA or want to sell their rights to develop additional locations, they must first seek and obtain written approval from Crave Cookies Franchising. Failing to do so could result in the transfer being invalidated, potentially leading to legal and financial complications.