Answer: Formally known as the UFOC (Uniform Franchise
Offering Circular), The Franchise Disclosure Document (or
FDD) is a legal
document regulated by the FTC that is designed to disclose specific information about
a franchisers offering that must be provided to all
prospective franchisees by law 14 days before a franchise agreement
can be signed. Some of the information required in a UFOC
includes the franchisers business experience, company
history and relevant affiliations, litigation
history, bankruptcies, franchise fees, initial investment,
territory info & restrictions, the and franchisers and franchisees
obligations.
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