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What aspects of the franchisee's relationship with Nothing Bundt Cakes might be superseded by RCW 19.100.180 in Washington?

Nothing_Bundt_Cakes Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

THIS ACKNOWLEDGEMENT SHALL NOT BE COMPLETED BY YOU, AND WILL NOT APPLY, IF THE OFFER OR SALE OF THE FRANCHISE IS SUBJECT TO THE STATE FRANCHISE DISCLOSURE LAWS IN THE STATES OF CALIFORNIA, HAWAII, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, MARYLAND, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, NEW YORK, NORTH DAKOTA, RHODE ISLAND, SOUTH DAKOTA, VIRGINIA, WASHINGTON, OR WISCONSIN.

Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 93–309)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

According to the 2025 FDD, Exhibit J to the Disclosure Document, titled "Franchisee Disclosure Acknowledgment Statement," specifies that the acknowledgement form should not be completed, and will not apply, if the offer or sale of the franchise is subject to the state franchise disclosure laws in Washington. This indicates that certain aspects of the standard franchise agreement or disclosures may be modified or superseded by Washington's franchise laws (RCW 19.100.180) to ensure compliance with state regulations.

This means that if you are purchasing a Nothing Bundt Cakes franchise in Washington, certain clauses or requirements in the standard franchise agreement might not be applicable to you. These modifications are in place to protect franchisees and ensure that the franchise agreement adheres to the specific legal requirements of Washington.

Prospective franchisees in Washington should carefully review the franchise agreement with a legal professional familiar with Washington franchise law to understand which provisions are affected and how they are modified. This will help ensure that the franchisee is fully aware of their rights and obligations under the franchise agreement as it applies in Washington.

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.