Where can I find more detailed information about my obligations as a Spray Net franchisee?
Spray_Net Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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The foregoing lists may be provided as part of the Manuals or otherwise in writing prior to opening, and Franchisor has the right to revise, supplement or otherwise modify these lists and the Manuals at any time upon written notice to Franchisee.
Franchisor may also establish and maintain a website portal or other intranet for use by Franchisee and other Franchised Business owners (the "Spray-Net Web Portal"), where Franchisor may post content that will automatically become part of, and constitute a supplement to, the Manuals, all of which Franchisee must strictly comply with promptly after such content is posted or otherwise listed on the Spray-Net Web Portal.
In the event Franchisee or its personnel saves or prints out a hard copy of any Manual, then such electronic/hard versions of said Manuals must be immediately returned upon expiration or termination of this Agreement for any reason (and never used for any competitive purpose).
The provisions of this Section shall survive the term of this Agreement
- E. Initial Marketing Assistance.
Franchisor may assist Franchisee, as it deems appropriate in its discretion, in developing and conducting the Initial Marketing Investment (as defined and described more fully in Section 9 of this Agreement), which program will be conducted at Franchisee's expense.
- F. Continuing Assistance.
Franchisor may, as it deems appropriate and advisable in its sole discretion, provide continuing advisory assistance in the operation of the Franchised Business.
Franchisor's determination not to provide any particular service, either initial or continuing, shall not excuse Franchisee from any of its obligations under this Agreement.
Franchisor may provide such assistance via telephone, fax, intranet communication, Skype or any other communication channel Franchisor deems appropriate, subject to the availability and schedules of Franchisor's personnel.
Franchisor may make available to Franchisee information regarding any new product, service or suppliers or any updated methods of doing business.
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Franchisor may make available to Franchisee information regarding any new product, service or suppliers or any updated methods of doing business.
In the event Franchisee requests that Franchisor provide any type of assistance or training on-site at the Franchised Business, then Franchisee may be required to pay Franchisor's then-current training tuition fee in connection with such training (in addition to reimbursing Franchisor for any costs/expenses that Franchisor's personnel incurs in connection with providing such assistance).
- G. Review of Advertising Materials.
Franchisor will review and approve/reject any advertising or marketing materials proposed by Franchisee in connection with the Franchised Business as described more fully in Section 9 of this Agreement.
- H. Website.
For so long as Franchisor has an active website containing content designed to promote the SPRAY-NET brand, System and Proprietary Marks (collectively, the "Website"), Franchisor will list the contact information of the Franchised Business on this Website, provided Franchisee is not in material default under this Agreement.
The Website is discussed in greater detail in Section 9(G) of this Agreement.
- I. Email Addresses.
Franchisor will provide Franchisee with at least one (1) email address, which: (i) Franchisee is required to use in connection with the Franchised Business; and (ii) must be the only email addresses used in connection with the Franchised Business.
- J. Private Label Products.
Franchisor may directly, or indirectly through Franchisor's affiliates or designated vendors, develop and provide Franchisee with private label products or other merchandise bearing the Proprietary Marks to be used by Franchisee and/or offered and sold by Franchisee as part of the Approved Services that are provided at the Franchised Business.
Franchisee may be required to purchase these items from Franchisor or any other Approved Supplier that Franchisor designates.
- K. Inspections of the Premises and Approved Vehicles.
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Other states may require registration, filing, or exemption of a franchise under other laws, such as those that regulate the offer and sale of business opportunities or seller-assisted marketing plans.
EXHIBIT K TO SPRAY-NET INC. FRANCHISE DISCLOSURE DOCUMENT
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RECEIPT (OUR COPY)
This disclosure document summarizes certain provisions of the franchise agreement and other information in plain language. Read this disclosure document and all agreements carefully.
If Spray-Net Inc. offers you a franchise, it must provide this disclosure document to you fourteen (14) calendar-days before you sign a binding agreement with, or make a payment to, the franchisor or an affiliate in connection with the proposed franchise sale or grant.
New York and Rhode Island require that we give you this disclosure document at the earlier of the first personal meeting or ten (10) business days before the execution of the franchise or other agreement or the payment of any consideration that relates to the franchise relationship. Michigan, Oregon, and Wisconsin require that we give you this disclosure document at least ten (10) business days before the execution of any binding franchise or other agreement or the payment of any consideration, whichever occurs first.
If Spray-Net Inc. does not deliver this disclosure document on time or if it contains a false or misleading statement, or a material omission, a violation of federal law and state law may have occurred and should be reported to the Federal Trade Commission, Washington, DC 20580 and your State Administrator listed in Exhibit D to this Franchise Disclosure Document. A list of franchisor's agents registered to receive service of process is listed in Exhibit F.
Issuance Date: April 21, 2025
I have received a Franchise Disclosure Document with an Issuance Date of April 21, 2025, which contained the following Exhibits:
A: Franchise Agreement B: Operations Manual Table of Contents C: Financial Statements D: List of State Administrators E: List of Agents for Service of Process F: State Specific Addenda G: List of Franchises H: List of Former Franchisees I: Sample Release Agreement J: State Effective Dates
K: Receipts
Source: Item 9 — FRANCHISEE'S OBLIGATIONS (FDD pages 36–37)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Spray Net's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, detailed information regarding a franchisee's obligations can be found within several key documents and resources provided by the franchisor. The Franchise Agreement itself, as mentioned in Exhibit K, summarizes certain provisions and should be read carefully. Additionally, the Operations Manual, listed in Exhibit K, contains comprehensive guidelines and procedures that franchisees must adhere to in operating their Spray Net business.
Spray Net may also establish and maintain a website portal or intranet, referred to as the "Spray-Net Web Portal," where they may post content that supplements the manuals. Franchisees are obligated to comply with this content promptly after it is posted. Furthermore, Spray Net may provide updates and modifications to the manuals in writing. Franchisees are expected to adhere to these revisions.
It is important for prospective Spray Net franchisees to thoroughly review all these resources—the Franchise Agreement, Operations Manual, and Spray-Net Web Portal—to fully understand their obligations and responsibilities. Understanding these obligations is crucial for the successful operation of the franchise and to ensure compliance with Spray Net's standards and requirements. Prospective franchisees should also pay close attention to any state-specific addenda, as these may include additional requirements or modifications to the standard franchise agreement.