Is the franchisee's representation regarding misrepresentations an inducement for Mr. Sandless to enter into the Franchise Agreement?
Mr_Sandless Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| 4. | Franchisee has no knowledge of any representations by Franchisor or its officers, directors, shareholders, employees, sales representatives, agents or servants, about the business contemplated by the Franchise Agreement that are contrary to the terms of the Franchise Agreement or the documents incorporated herein. Franchisee acknowledges that no representations or warranties are made or implied, except as specifically set forth in the Franchise Agreement. Franchisee represents, as an inducement to Franchisor's entry into this Agreement, that it has made no misrepresentations in obtaining the Franchise Agreement. |
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Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 42–167)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Mr. Sandless's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisee's representation regarding misrepresentations serves as an inducement for Mr. Sandless to enter into the Franchise Agreement. The franchisee acknowledges that they have no knowledge of any representations made by Mr. Sandless or its representatives that contradict the terms of the Franchise Agreement.
This acknowledgment confirms that the franchisee is not relying on any information outside of the official Franchise Agreement and related documents. The franchisee specifically represents that they have not made any misrepresentations while obtaining the Franchise Agreement, and this representation is an inducement for Mr. Sandless to enter into the agreement.
This clause protects Mr. Sandless by ensuring that the franchisee is entering the agreement with a clear understanding and without any hidden information or false pretenses. It also emphasizes the importance of the Franchise Agreement as the sole source of representations and warranties, limiting potential future disputes based on alleged verbal agreements or promises.