How does the North Dakota Addendum amend the arbitration location for Focus Cfo?

According to the 2025 Focus Cfo Franchise Disclosure Document, the North Dakota Addendum modifies the arbitration location specified in the standard franchise agreement. The addendum stipulates that the arbitration site must be mutually agreed upon by both Focus Cfo and the franchisee.

This amendment provides North Dakota franchisees with the flexibility to negotiate a convenient arbitration location, potentially reducing travel costs and logistical burdens. Without this addendum, the standard franchise agreement might have specified a location that is less favorable to the franchisee.

It is important for prospective Focus Cfo franchisees in North Dakota to understand that while the addendum requires mutual agreement on the arbitration location, it does not guarantee that the location will be within North Dakota. Franchisees should discuss this point with Focus Cfo during the negotiation process to ensure a mutually acceptable arrangement. Additionally, the North Dakota notice in Item 17 states that any mediation or arbitration will be held at a site agreeable to all parties.