What happens if a Focus Cfo franchisee fails to comply with applicable regulations or laws?
Focus_Cfo Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
has additional time to work with Franchisee and transition Focus CFO clients to other franchisees or licensees.
11.2. Termination by Franchisor for Cause. Focus CFO has the right to terminate this Agreement effective immediately for cause upon written notice to Franchisee specifying the particulars of the circumstances forming the basis for cause. For purposes of this Agreement, "Cause" is defined as: (i) Franchisee becomes insolvent; (ii) Franchisee files a petition in bankruptcy; (iii) Franchisee makes an assignment for the benefit of its creditors; (iv) Franchisee takes action or inaction that defames or disparages Focus CFO; (v) Franchisee engages in any act of dishonesty, misrepresentation, material neglect of duty, or willful misconduct in connection with the performance of Franchisee's duties or responsibilities required pursuant to this Agreement; (vi) Franchisee engages in any behavior that caused physical, mental or emotional harm to an individual or property or behavior which is coercive, threatening, abusive, exploitive, harassing (including sexual, verbal or physical harassment) or which is otherwise inappropriate in a workplace or professional environment; (vii) Franchisee makes any unauthorized use of the Focus CFO Marks or unauthorized use or disclosure of any confidential information of Focus CFO; (viii) Franchisee engages in or is accused of the commission of an act or omission constituting or involving fraud, embezzlement or other crime which could affect the reputation of Focus CFO, the Focus CFO System or the Focus CFO Marks or Franchisee is charged with or indicted for a felony, or convicted of a misdemeanor offense involving moral turpitude; or (ix) Franchisee fails to comply with any applicable federal, state or local regulations or laws relating to the Franchise, the CFO Services or Focus CFO's business.
11.3. Termination by Franchisor for Failure to Perform. Focus CFO has the right to terminate this Agreement for cause due to Franchisee's failure to meet Focus CFO's Performance Standards ("Failure to Perform").
11.3.1. Except as provided in Section 11.2, Franchisee will have thirty (30) days from receipt of notice of default from Focus CFO to cure any breach of this Agreement or any other agreement with Focus CFO or any Focus CFO affiliate. If Franchisee fails to cure the breach within the thirty (30) day period, Focus CFO will have the right to terminate this Agreement by written notice to Franchisee without any further opportunity to cure.
11.3.2. Franchisee is expected to meet certain Performance Standards as outlined in Attachment E. Focus CFO will provide written notice to Franchisee of any failure to meet these Performance Standards. If Franchisee fails to cure the default of the Performance Standards within thirty (30) days and such failure continues beyond the cure period, or Franchisee accumulates three (3) violations of any individual or combination of Performance Standards outlined in Attachment E, Focus CFO will have the right to terminate this Agreement by written notice to Franchisee without any further opportunity to cure.
11.4. Permanent Disability or Death. Should the Equity Owner become physically or mentally disabled or unable to perform the services required by this Agreement for a period of ninety (90) consecutive days, or for an aggregate period of one hundred twenty (120) days in any one hundred eighty (180) day period, Focus CFO has a right to terminate this Agreement by written notice to Franchisee. This Agreement shall terminate immediately upon the death of the Equity Owner.
11.5. Payments upon Termination. Upon termination of this Agreement for any reason, payments due through the date of termination under Section 8 of this Agreement will be paid to Franchisee by Focus CFO, as follows:
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Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 37–126)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Focus Cfo Franchise Disclosure Document, if a franchisee fails to comply with any applicable federal, state, or local regulations or laws relating to the franchise, CFO services, or Focus Cfo's business, Focus Cfo has the right to terminate the franchise agreement immediately. This termination is effective upon written notice to the franchisee, specifying the particulars of the circumstances that form the basis for the cause. This means that Focus Cfo can end the agreement if the franchisee violates laws or regulations relevant to the business.
In addition to the immediate termination clause, Focus Cfo franchisees and their equity owners are obligated to indemnify Focus Cfo Indemnitees against all losses, damages, fines, costs, expenses, or liabilities, including attorney's fees, arising from any violation, breach, or asserted violation of any federal, state, or local law, regulation, or rule. This indemnification clause ensures that the franchisee bears the financial responsibility for any legal repercussions resulting from their non-compliance. The obligations of the franchisee and equity owner survive the expiration or early termination of the agreement, and their liabilities are joint and several.
This requirement to comply with laws and regulations is a standard expectation in franchising, as it protects the brand's reputation and ensures consistent standards across all franchise locations. The immediate termination clause and the indemnification requirements underscore the importance Focus Cfo places on legal and regulatory compliance. A prospective franchisee should understand these stipulations and ensure they have the resources and knowledge to adhere to all applicable laws and regulations to avoid potential termination and financial liabilities.