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When transferring a Deka Lash franchise, what is the franchisee required to request from Deka Lash for the prospective transferee?

Deka_Lash Franchise · 2024 FDD

Answer from 2024 FDD Document

Provision Franchise Agreement Summary
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  • execute any transfer, amendment, or release forms that we may require;
  • provide to us a copy of the proposed transfer documents;
  • comply with the post-termination provisions; and
  • request that we provide the prospective transferee with our current franchise disclosure document.
  • pay to us the Transfer Fee;
  • pay to us the Prospect Generation Fee, as applicable;
  • the purchase price and terms of the proposed transfer are not so burdensome to the prospective transferee as to impair or materially threaten its future operation.
n. Franchisor's right to first 14.6 Transferee must: - meet our criteria; - execute our then-current Franchise Agreement; - pay any initial franchise fee, as applicable; - satisfactorily complete our initial training program; - obtain necessary licenses and permits; - obtain any lessor approval for transfer; - the transfer must be made in compliance with any laws that apply to the transfer. We have a right of first refusal to match any

Source: Item 17 — RENEWAL, TERMINATION, TRANSFER AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION (FDD pages 49–54)

What This Means (2024 FDD)

According to Deka Lash's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee looking to transfer their franchise must request that Deka Lash provide the prospective transferee with the current franchise disclosure document. Additionally, the franchisee must execute any transfer, amendment, or release forms that Deka Lash may require, and provide Deka Lash with a copy of the proposed transfer documents. The franchisee must also comply with post-termination provisions, pay the Transfer Fee, and pay the Prospect Generation Fee, if applicable.

Furthermore, the purchase price and terms of the proposed transfer must not be so burdensome to the prospective transferee as to impair or materially threaten its future operation. The prospective transferee must meet Deka Lash's criteria, execute the then-current Franchise Agreement, pay any initial franchise fee if applicable, satisfactorily complete the initial training program, obtain necessary licenses and permits, and obtain any lessor approval for the transfer.

Deka Lash also retains the right of first refusal to match any purchase offer for the franchise, any interest in the franchise, or substantially all the assets of the Franchised Business. This comprehensive set of requirements ensures that any transfer of a Deka Lash franchise maintains the brand's standards and protects the interests of both the franchisor and the incoming franchisee.

Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the 2024 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.