What does the 'Addendum' form part of for Face Foundrie franchisees in Washington?

According to Face Foundrie's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, for franchisees in Washington, the provisions of the Addendum form an integral part of, are incorporated into, and modify the Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchise agreement, and all related agreements. This applies if the offer to sell a franchise is accepted in Washington, the purchaser of the franchise is a resident of Washington, and/or the franchised business that is the subject of the sale is to be located or operated, wholly or partly, in Washington.

This means that the Addendum is not a separate, optional document but rather a mandatory component that alters the core franchise documents for Face Foundrie franchisees in Washington. It ensures that the franchise agreement and related documents comply with Washington state law. Prospective franchisees in Washington should carefully review the Addendum to understand how it modifies their rights and obligations under the standard franchise agreement.

Furthermore, in the event of any conflict between the standard franchise agreement and Washington law, the provisions of the Washington Franchise Investment Protection Act will take precedence. This provides an additional layer of protection for Face Foundrie franchisees in Washington, ensuring that their rights under state law are upheld. Franchisees also have certain rights regarding termination and renewal, and the location for arbitration, mediation or litigation.