Is Dermani Medspa liable for expenses incurred by a franchisee due to modifications to the system?

According to Dermani Medspa's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Dermani Medspa may periodically modify System Standards, which may require franchisees to invest additional capital in their Franchised Business and/or incur higher operating costs. Franchisees agree to implement any changes in System Standards within the time period Dermani Medspa requests. These changes may involve refurbishing or remodeling the premises or any other aspect of the Franchised Business, buying new Operating Assets, adding new services, or otherwise modifying the nature of operations, as if they were part of the agreement as of the effective date.

This means that Dermani Medspa franchisees are responsible for covering the costs associated with any modifications to the System Standards implemented by the franchisor. These costs could include renovations, new equipment, or the addition of new services. The franchisee is obligated to make these changes within the timeframe specified by Dermani Medspa.

This requirement is fairly standard in franchising, as franchisors need the ability to update their systems to remain competitive and maintain brand standards. However, it's important for prospective Dermani Medspa franchisees to understand that they will be responsible for funding these changes, which could potentially be a significant financial burden. Franchisees should factor in the potential costs of future system modifications when evaluating the Dermani Medspa franchise opportunity.