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What is the impact of disagreements or additional reportable events that KPMG may identify in a letter addressed to the SEC pursuant to Item 304 of Regulation S-K on Ledgers?

Ledgers Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

This report contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, which provides a "safe harbor" for such statements in certain circumstances. The forwardlooking statements include statements or expectations regarding potential impacts of KPMG's resignation, ability and timing to complete the accounting review and audits, comprehensiveness of the Company's accounting review and ability to engage an independent accounting firm and related matters. These statements are based upon current expectations, estimates, projections, beliefs and assumptions of Company management, and there can be no assurance that such expectations will prove to be correct. Because forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties and speak only as of the date on which they are made, actual events or results could differ materially from those discussed in the forward-looking statements as a result of various factors, including but not limited to loss of key personnel or inability to engage accounting personnel as needed; inability to address the previously disclosed accounting matters; identification of additional material weaknesses or significant deficiencies; disagreements or additional reportable events that KPMG may identify in a letter addressed to the SEC pursuant to Item 304 of Regulation S-K; failure to engage an independent accounting firm, complete the audits and re-audits and file any required restatements and periodic reports; adverse effects resulting from the Company's common stock being delisted from the Nasdaq Stock Market LLC; risks relating to the substantial costs and diversion of personnel's attention and resources due to these matters and related litigation and other factors discussed in greater detail in the Company's filings with the SEC. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such statements and to consult the Company's most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and other SEC filings for additional risks and uncertainties that may apply to the Company's business and the ownership of the Company's securities. The Company's forward-looking statements are presented as of the date made, and the Company does not undertake any duty to update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 46)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

According to Ledgers' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the potential impacts of disagreements or additional reportable events that KPMG may identify in a letter addressed to the SEC pursuant to Item 304 of Regulation S-K include risks and uncertainties that could cause actual events or results to differ materially from forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements pertain to KPMG's resignation, the ability and timing to complete accounting reviews and audits, the comprehensiveness of the company's accounting review, and the ability to engage an independent accounting firm.

Specifically, these disagreements or additional reportable events could lead to a failure to engage an independent accounting firm, complete audits and re-audits, and file required restatements and periodic reports. This situation could also result in adverse effects if Ledgers' common stock is delisted from the Nasdaq Stock Market LLC. Furthermore, substantial costs and the diversion of personnel's attention and resources due to these accounting matters and related litigation could arise.

Prospective franchisees should understand that these potential issues could significantly impact Ledgers' financial stability and reputation. It is important to consult Ledgers' most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and other SEC filings to gain a comprehensive understanding of the risks and uncertainties that may apply to Ledgers' business and the ownership of its securities. Franchisees should also be aware that Ledgers does not undertake any duty to update any forward-looking statements, regardless of new information or future events.

Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document and is provided for research purposes only. It does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decisions.