Is a Deer Solution franchisee allowed to use any Licensed Mark in signing a mortgage?

According to Deer Solution's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee is not allowed to use any Licensed Mark when signing a mortgage. The FDD states that franchisees must not use any Licensed Mark in signing any contract, lease, mortgage, check, purchase agreement, negotiable instrument, or other legal obligation. This restriction is in place to prevent Deer Solution from being liable for any debts, actions, inactions, or obligations of the franchisee.

This means that when a franchisee enters into any legally binding agreement, they must not use the Deer Solution trademark, logo, or any other identifying marks associated with the franchise. This is to ensure that the franchisee is recognized as an independent entity and that Deer Solution is not held responsible for the franchisee's financial or legal commitments.

This provision protects Deer Solution from potential liabilities arising from the franchisee's business dealings. It also reinforces the franchisor-franchisee relationship as an independent one, where each party is responsible for their own obligations. Franchisees must ensure they understand this restriction and adhere to it in all their business transactions to avoid breaching the franchise agreement.