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When signing the Deer Solution franchise agreement, in what capacity are you signing?

Deer_Solution Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

nership interests in Franchisee. Defined terms shall have the meanings set forth in the Franchise Agreement between Franchisor and Franchisee.

Owner Name Owner Address Ownership Interest Percentage Name of designated Managing Owner: Dated: Deer Solution Franchising LLC Name and Title Name (please print) Name (please print)

Franchise Agreement – Exhibit 1

Franchise Owner and Spouse Agreement and Guaranty

FRANCHISE OWNER AND SPOUSE AGREEMENT AND GUARANTY

This Franchise Owner and Spouse Agreement and Individual Guaranty (the "Agreement") is individually entered into by you as either an owner of ____________________________ (hereinafter referred to as "Franchisee"), Franchisee, or the spouse of the owner of franchisee and is given and signed by you in favor of Deer Solution Franchising LLC, franchisor of the Deer Solution franchise system and in favor of Deer Solution Franchising LLC's successors and assigns, upon the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement. In this Agreement Deer Solution Franchising LLC is referred to as "us", "our" or "we", and each individual that signs this Agreement is referred to as "you".

Recitals and Representations

WHEREAS, you acknowledge and agree that we have developed a distinctive and proprietary system (the "System") for the establishment, development and operation of a business that offers, sells, and provides all natural deer repellent services and deer damage control for residential and commercial landscapes, and other products and services that we authorize (the "Approved Services and Products") under the Licensed Marks (defined below) (each, a "Deer Solution Business");

WHEREAS, Franchisee has entered into a Deer Solution Business Franchise Agreement (the "Franchise Agreement") for the ownership, development, and operation of a Deer Solution Business (the "Franchised Business");

Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 55–246)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

According to the 2025 Deer Solution Franchise Disclosure Document, when signing the franchise agreement, you are signing as either an owner of the franchisee or as the spouse of the owner of the franchisee. The document states that the agreement is entered into individually by you as either an owner of the franchisee or the spouse of the owner. Deer Solution requires this agreement to be signed in favor of Deer Solution Franchising LLC.

The document emphasizes that you should thoroughly review the Franchise Agreement, this Agreement, and all exhibits and schedules with a lawyer selected and hired by you. This recommendation underscores the importance of understanding the legal implications of the agreement before signing.

The document also states that by signing, you represent that you are either an owner of the franchisee or the spouse of an owner. You acknowledge that the agreement applies to you individually, jointly, and severally with all other signatories. Furthermore, you acknowledge that the agreement obligates you to guarantee the franchisee's obligations to Deer Solution and includes brand protection, confidentiality, and noncompetition restrictions. Deer Solution states that it relies on this agreement and would not enter into the Franchise Agreement without it.

Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document and is provided for research purposes only. It does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decisions.