Does Focus Cfo require approval to relocate a franchisee's business?
Focus_Cfo Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
We must approve any request to relocate your business. We will not unreasonably withhold our consent. The factors that we consider in approving the request to relocate include the proposed geography in which you desire to relocate and the potential market for clients.
Source: Item 12 — Territory (FDD pages 23–24)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Focus Cfo's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees must obtain approval from Focus Cfo to relocate their business. However, Focus Cfo states that it will not unreasonably withhold consent for relocation.
When evaluating a relocation request, Focus Cfo will consider factors such as the proposed new geographic location and the potential market for clients in that area. This suggests that Focus Cfo aims to ensure that the relocation makes business sense and aligns with the overall strategy of the franchise system.
This requirement means a prospective Focus Cfo franchisee needs to factor in the potential need for relocation approval when making business decisions. While Focus Cfo states they will not unreasonably withhold consent, franchisees should still carefully consider the potential implications and requirements involved in seeking approval for a new location.