factual

What specific computer reporting system does Exit use for data transfer?

Exit Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

Representatives; which Agreement shall be in a form approved by Subfranchisor or EXIT. Franchisee shall provide the Subfranchisor and Franchisor with the version of the Sales Representative Agreement that they are using within their office.

9.13. Computer Information Systems

Franchisee shall utilize computer hardware and software as required by EXIT, including such proprietary computer software as EXIT may develop for use in connection with the EXIT System. Franchisee shall submit to EXIT and Subfranchisor such forms, reports, and records as specified and at the times indicated in this Agreement, in the Training Manuals and in other written communications from EXIT and Subfranchisor. EXIT has developed and implemented a computer based information system for purposes of maintaining a uniform electronic database of franchisee profiles, books and records. Franchisee agrees to co-operate in the ongoing development of this system, to pay a license fee not to exceed two hundred and fifty dollars ($250.00) per month related to computer software, to maintain records through this system, and to file and receive reports electronically to and from EXIT and Subfranchisor as may be required by the System. This monthly fee is to be paid through automatic monthly withdrawal. If Franchisee owns more than one (1) EXIT Franchise Agreement, and those Agreements are operated by the same legal entity and use the same trade name, the monthly computer software license fee for the second and

subsequent Franchise Agreements shall be reduced to twenty-five percent (25%) of the monthly license fee charged as of the date that the subsequent Franchise Agreement(s) is signed.

Franchisee acknowledges that Subfranchisor has not developed the software to be provided by EXIT to Franchisee. Subfranchisor does not provide upgrades, new versions, fixes or patches of the software provided by EXIT. Subfranchisor makes no representations or warranties concerning the structure, performance of the software provided by EXIT or the suitability of the software provided by EXIT for use in Franchisee's business.

Information made available to Subfranchisor and EXIT as a result of the utilization of the software by Franchisee will not be published without written authorization by Franchisee and Sales Representatives where applicable.

9.14. Representations and Warranties

Franchisee represents and warrants that Franchisee and its officers, directors and shareholders have been duly authorized to enter into this Agreement and that the execution and performance of this Agreement is not in violation or breach, or cause the violation or breach, of any agreement or covenant between them and any of them and any third party or the violation or breach of any order, decree or judgment of any court or administrative agency.

9.15. Accurately Report Associates

Franchisee shall promptly and accurately report and enter all EXIT Associates of Franchisee (as defined in the EXIT Formula) into EXIT's proprietary software program, MEMO, and ensure the EXIT Associate roster is up to date regularly. Reporting shall occur when Sales Representatives are registered in the Multiple Listing Service ("MLS") system and when non licensed persons meet the qualification requirements outlined in the EXIT Formula.

9.16. Accurately Report Transactions

Franchisee shall accurately report to Subfranchisor and EXIT, all transactions upon which Franchisee or its agents or sales representatives receive commission, including, by way of example and not limitation, rentals, leases and sales of land, commercial buildings, residential units, condominiums and mobile homes, and shall timely remit and pay transaction fees and other continuing fees due with respect to each transaction.

Source: Item 23 — RECEIPT (FDD pages 42–235)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

According to Exit's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are required to use computer hardware and software as mandated by Exit, including any proprietary software developed for the Exit system. Exit has created a computer-based information system to maintain a consistent electronic database of franchisee profiles and records. Franchisees must cooperate in the ongoing development of this system.

As part of this requirement, franchisees must pay a license fee of up to $250 per month for the computer software. This fee is paid through automatic monthly withdrawals. If a franchisee owns multiple Exit franchise agreements operated by the same legal entity and trade name, the monthly computer software license fee for the second and subsequent agreements is reduced to 25% of the standard monthly fee.

Franchisees are also obligated to submit forms, reports, and records as specified in the Franchise Agreement, training manuals, and other written communications from Exit and its subfranchisor. Furthermore, franchisees must accurately report and enter all Exit Associates into Exit's proprietary software program, MEMO, ensuring the roster is regularly updated. They must also accurately report all transactions on which they or their agents receive commission in MEMO, including rentals, leases, and sales of various property types.

It is important to note that the subfranchisor does not develop, upgrade, or provide support for the software provided by Exit and makes no warranties regarding its structure, performance, or suitability. Information shared with the subfranchisor and Exit through the software will not be published without written authorization from the franchisee and sales representatives.

Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the 2025 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.