What is the registration number for the 'WHERE LIFE COMES TOGETHER' service mark used by Epcon Communities?

According to Epcon Communities' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the service mark 'WHERE LIFE COMES TOGETHER' is registered with the United States Patent and Trademark Office under Registration Number 3,163,933. The registration date for this service mark is October 24, 2006, and it was renewed on March 17, 2016. This service mark is used in connection with franchising services, specifically offering technical assistance in the establishment and/or operation of residential building construction services, as well as residential building construction services themselves.

For a prospective franchisee, this registration indicates that Epcon Communities has taken steps to protect this particular brand identifier. The registration provides Epcon Communities with certain legal rights and protections against infringement by other parties. Franchisees are expected to use this mark in compliance with the Franchise Agreement and the Operations Manual, and they must develop their projects under the marks designated by Epcon Communities without unauthorized modifications.

It is important for franchisees to understand that while Epcon Communities owns the rights to this service mark, the Franchise Agreement does not obligate Epcon Communities to protect the franchisee's use of the mark or defend against infringement claims arising from that use. Franchisees must promptly notify Epcon Communities of any potential infringement or litigation involving the marks. Epcon Communities has the right to control any legal proceedings related to the marks and may choose to defend, prosecute, or settle such litigation at its discretion. However, Epcon Communities is not required to participate in the franchisee's defense or indemnify them for expenses or damages in case of an unfavorable outcome.

Prospective franchisees should be aware of these conditions and understand their responsibilities regarding the use and protection of Epcon Communities' service marks. They should also consider the potential costs and risks associated with trademark infringement claims and the possibility of having to modify or discontinue the use of a mark if required by Epcon Communities.