According to the Remax FDD, who owns MAX/Center and its features and functionality?
Remax Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
MAX/Center and its features and functionality (including but not limited to all software, displays, capabilities, and the design, selection, and arrangement thereof) are owned by RE/MAX, its licensors, or other providers of such features and functionality and are protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property or proprietary rights laws.
Source: Item 22 — Contracts (FDD pages 108–334)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Remax's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, RE/MAX, LLC, its licensors, or other providers of such features and functionality own MAX/Center and its features and functionality. This ownership includes all software, displays, capabilities, and the design, selection, and arrangement thereof. These elements are protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property or proprietary rights laws.
This means that as a Remax franchisee, you are granted a limited license to use MAX/Center but do not own any part of the platform itself. Remax retains all rights to the platform, and franchisees must adhere to the terms of use. Any unauthorized modification or use of MAX/Center could result in the termination of your right to use the platform.
Remax also reserves the right to modify or discontinue MAX/Center at any time without liability. This highlights a potential risk for franchisees, as reliance on MAX/Center for business operations could be disrupted if Remax decides to change or terminate the service. Franchisees should stay informed about any updates or changes to the platform and have contingency plans in place in case of service disruptions.
Furthermore, Remax emphasizes that any user-generated content on MAX/Center remains the responsibility of the user. Franchisees are liable for ensuring their content does not infringe on any third-party rights or violate any laws. This underscores the importance of careful content management and adherence to Remax's guidelines when using the platform.