Does a Ledgers franchisee have rights of first refusal to acquire additional territories?

According to Ledgers' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees do not have rights of first refusal to acquire additional territories. While Ledgers may grant additional franchise territories to existing franchisees, this is contingent on Ledgers' assessment of the franchisee's capacity to successfully manage more outlets, considering factors like time, energy, capital, and management structure.

This policy means that a Ledgers franchisee cannot automatically expand their business by acquiring adjacent or nearby territories. The decision to grant additional territories rests solely with Ledgers. This lack of a right of first refusal is a notable point for prospective franchisees who may have plans for rapid expansion or securing a larger market share in the future.

For a prospective Ledgers franchisee, this implies that growth through territorial expansion is not guaranteed and depends on the franchisor's approval. It is important to focus on maximizing the potential of the initial territory and demonstrating strong operational capabilities to increase the likelihood of being considered for additional territories in the future. This contrasts with some franchise systems where existing franchisees are given priority to expand within a defined region.