What is the required format for the Exit Formula to be included in Exit contracts for all Exit Associates?
Exit Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
It is understood that this EXIT Formula may not be changed or modified in any way without the prior express written permission of EXIT. EXIT reserves the right to modify this EXIT Formula and may increase the Annual Membership and fees up to 5% per year. If EXIT increases any amounts less than 5%, the unused portion may be carried over to subsequent years. Any modification shall become effective upon notice to all Subfranchisors and Franchisees. It shall be Franchisee's obligation to notify its Sales Representatives and employees of modifications in the EXIT Formula.
16. Currency
Except as provided in Section 9.k) above, all amounts described in the EXIT Formula are in U.S. Dollars.
THIS FORMULA MUST FORM PART OF EACH EXIT CONTRACT FOR ALL EXIT ASSOCIATES AND REVISIONS TO THIS FORMULA MUST BE PROVIDED TO EACH EXIT ASSOCIATE IN A TIMELY MANNER.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPT (FDD pages 42–235)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Exit's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Exit Formula, which outlines the system of fees and dues, must be included as part of each Exit contract for all Exit Associates. Additionally, any revisions to the Exit Formula must be provided to each Exit Associate in a timely manner. The Exit Formula may not be changed or modified in any way without the prior express written permission of Exit.
Exit retains the right to modify the Exit Formula and may increase the Annual Membership and fees up to 5% per year. If Exit increases any amounts less than 5%, the unused portion may be carried over to subsequent years. Any modification shall become effective upon notice to all Subfranchisors and Franchisees. It is the Franchisee's obligation to notify its Sales Representatives and employees of modifications in the Exit Formula.
This requirement ensures that all Exit Associates are aware of the applicable fees and dues and any changes to them. It also ensures that the Exit Formula is consistent across all Exit contracts and that Exit maintains control over the fees and dues charged to its associates. This is a standard practice in franchising, as it ensures consistency and transparency in the franchise system.