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What sections of the Remax Franchise Agreement and Team Office Amendment address compliance with standards, policies, and the operating manual?

Remax Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

Standards Manual. The costs of such actions will vary depending on the circumstances. Moreover, if you open any Team Office(s) subsequent to renewal, then the items listed in the above chart will apply for each Team Office (see footnote 12 above).

Item 8

RESTRICTIONS ON SOURCES OF PRODUCTS AND SERVICES

You will be required to operate the Office according to the mandatory elements of the RE/MAX System. The RE/MAX System contains mandatory elements and recommended practices that exist as a resource for franchisees to control the manner and means of their independently owned and operated franchise businesses. In addition to compliance with all of the mandatory terms of the franchise agreement, you will be required to strictly adhere to the other mandatory elements of the RE/MAX System, as set forth in the most current edition of the RE/MAX Brand Identity: Trademark and Graphic Standards or its successor and any supplemental brand standards that may be provided to you by REMAX, LLC, which are designed to protect the RE/MAX Marks, the goodwill they reflect, and the reputation of the RE/MAX network and which may be amended from time to time (collectively, the "Brand Standards Manual").

To protect the RE/MAX Marks and to facilitate your compliance with certain communication and reporting requirements, mandatory elements of the System regulate, among other things, the use of the RE/MAX Marks in signs, letterhead, business cards and other promotional materials and the use of specific computer hardware and software. (Franchise Agreement, Section 3.) REMAX, LLC has the right to change these mandatory elements periodically to protect or enhance the RE/MAX Marks and associated goodwill, or the reputation of the RE/MAX network. These changes will be communicated to you in the Office Materials (see Franchise Agreement - Subsection 8.B.), the Brand Standards Manual, or in other written or electronic communications.

As of the Issuance Date of this disclosure document, there are no goods, services, supplies, fixtures, equipment, inventory, computer hardware and software or real estate relating to the Office's establishment or operation that you will be required to purchase, lease or license from REMAX, LLC, RE/MAX Regional, or a designated supplier, although RE/MAX Regional reserves the right to require that certain goods, services, supplies, fixtures, equipment, inventory, and computer hardware and software relating to the Office's establishment or operation be purchased exclusively from RE/MAX Regional, or to designate exclusive, specific suppliers for such products and services in the future. If items such as exterior real estate office signs, yard signs, stationery and business cards meet the minimum standards and specifications set forth in the Brand Standards Manual, they need not be purchased or leased from approved suppliers. REMAX, LLC does, however, maintain a list of approved suppliers from which these items may be

procured. REMAX, LLC does not assume any liability for the acts or omissions, or guarantee the performance, of any supplier, whether approved or not.

Approved Supplier Program

REMAX, LLC evaluates suppliers based on a number of criteria including length of time in business, financial resources, business credentials and their ability to provide services or products in accordance with minimum standards for delivery, performance, appearance and quality. Suppliers who wish to be included on REMAX, LLC's approved supplier list must submit an application package; however, as of the Issuance Date of this disclosure document, REMAX, LLC does not charge an application fee. REMAX, LLC will not unreasonably withhold its approval of a supplier and will typically grant or deny approval within approximately 6 months of REMAX, LLC's receipt of a fully completed application packet. Approved supplier status can be revoked at any time if the approved supplier breaches its agreement with REMAX, LLC. REMAX, LLC may limit the number of approved suppliers offering similar products or services.

REMAX, LLC and/or its affiliates may receive a flat fee, access fee, percentage or other consideration from approved suppliers as a result of their sale of products, services or supplies to franchisees and Sales Associates.

Source: Item 9 — FRANCHISEE'S OBLIGATIONS (FDD pages 53–56)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

According to Remax's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, several sections of the Franchise Agreement and Team Office Amendment outline the requirements for compliance with the brand's standards, policies, and operating manual. Item 8 discusses the mandatory elements of the Remax System, requiring strict adherence to the Brand Standards Manual to protect the RE/MAX Marks and the network's reputation. This includes regulations on using the RE/MAX Marks in various materials and specific computer hardware and software.

Section B of Item 22 details the Office Materials, which contain trademark, graphic, and other standards, recommendations, and information relating to the franchisee's obligations. These materials remain the property of REMAX, LLC and must be returned upon termination of the agreement. REMAX, LLC can modify these materials to improve standards or protect the RE/MAX Marks.

Additionally, Section 7 of the Team Office Amendment within Item 22 emphasizes compliance with the Brand Standards Manual for team offices, particularly regarding exterior signage, telephone numbers, domain names, and marketing materials. The team office must also identify itself as a branch office of the main office in most materials. These stipulations ensure that all Remax offices, including team offices, maintain a consistent brand image and adhere to the established operational standards, safeguarding the brand's reputation and goodwill.

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.