Does Spray Net have the right to suspend or terminate the advertising fund at any time?

According to Spray Net's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Spray Net retains the right to suspend or terminate the advertising fund at any time. This gives Spray Net significant control over the advertising and marketing strategies and resources available to franchisees.

This clause means that Spray Net franchisees face the risk that the advertising fund, which supports marketing and promotional activities, could be discontinued. This could impact a franchisee's ability to attract and retain customers, especially if they rely on the franchisor's marketing efforts. Franchisees should consider the potential implications of such a suspension or termination on their business and marketing strategies.

While Spray Net has the right to suspend or terminate the fund, the FDD also states that an unaudited accounting of the fund's operation will be prepared annually. This provides some level of transparency regarding how the fund is managed, even though it doesn't restrict Spray Net's ability to suspend or terminate it. Prospective franchisees should inquire about the circumstances under which the fund might be suspended or terminated and what alternative support Spray Net would provide to franchisees in such a case.