Can a party specify a different address for notices under the Exit franchise agreement, and if so, how?
Exit Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
All notices, requests, demands and other communications required or permitted under this Agreement or applicable law shall be in writing and, unless a specific method of delivery is required by applicable law, may be delivered by in-person delivery; private courier, such as UPS or FED EX; certified or priority U.S. Mail; or e-mail transmission. Notice shall be deemed sufficiently given, if served in any manner specified in this Section 22. Any notice sent by private courier or U.S. mail shall be effective as of the time it is delivered to the private courier or deposited in the mail, postage prepaid. Notices transmitted by e-mail transmission shall be deemed delivered upon transmission. The parties' addresses noted in this Agreement or, if more recent, in the records of the party sending the notice, shall be the recipient's address for delivery or mailing of notices. Either party may, by written notice to the other, specify a different address for notice.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPT (FDD pages 42–235)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Exit's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, both Exit and the franchisee have the ability to change their address for official notices. To do so, either party must provide written notice to the other party, specifying the new address.
This ensures that all formal communications, requests, demands, and other important information are sent to the correct and current address. This is important because the FDD states that notices are considered sufficiently given if delivered in person, by private courier (like UPS or FedEx), by certified or priority U.S. Mail, or by email. For notices sent via private courier or U.S. mail, the effective date is when it's given to the courier or deposited in the mail with postage prepaid. Email notices are considered delivered upon transmission.
The address used will be either the one listed in the initial franchise agreement or, if more recent, the address in the sending party's records. By providing written notice, either Exit or the franchisee can ensure that all future communications are directed to the most appropriate location, reducing the risk of missed deadlines or miscommunication.