Who is responsible for the cost of a phone number assigned to a Deka Lash Franchised Business?
Deka_Lash Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
Franchisee agrees to pay all amounts pertaining to the use of the Listings incurred by it when due. Upon expiration or termination of the Agreement for any reason, Franchisee's right of use of the Listings shall terminate. In the event of termination or expiration of the Agreement, Franchisee agrees to pay all amounts owed in connection with the Listings, including all sums owed under existing contracts for telephone directory advertising and to immediately at Franchisor's request, (i) take any other action as may be necessary to transfer the Listings and numbers to Franchisor or Franchisor's designated agent, (ii) install and maintain, at Franchisee's sole expense, an intercept message, in a form and manner acceptable to Franchisor on any or all of the Listings; (iii) disconnect the Listings; and/or (iv) cooperate with Franchisor or its designated agent in the removal or relisting of any telephone directory or directory assistance listing, Internet directory, website or advertising, whether published or online.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPT (FDD pages 63–234)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to the 2024 Deka Lash Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisee is responsible for paying the costs associated with the phone number assigned to their Deka Lash franchise. Specifically, the franchisee must cover all expenses related to the use of the Listings, which include telephone numbers. These payments must be made when due.
This means that a Deka Lash franchisee will need to budget for ongoing telephone expenses as part of their operating costs. These costs could include monthly service fees, usage charges, and any other fees associated with maintaining the phone number. It is important to note that upon termination or expiration of the Franchise Agreement, the franchisee's right to use the Listings, including the phone number, will terminate. The franchisee is still responsible for paying any outstanding amounts related to the Listings even after the agreement ends.
Furthermore, Deka Lash has the right to require that all telephone numbers and equipment be owned or provided by them or an approved supplier. Deka Lash can also require the franchisee to transfer any phone numbers associated with the franchise to Deka Lash or an approved vendor. This gives Deka Lash significant control over the phone number and related services used by the franchisee. A prospective franchisee should clarify with Deka Lash which vendors are approved and what costs are typically associated with phone services.