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Understanding the FDD

The Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) is a legal document that must be given to everyone who is interested in buying a U.S. based franchise. The FDD shares essential information with potential franchisees to help them make an informed decision about whether or not to purchase the franchise.

23 Items

Every FDD is broken into 23 standardized sections

14-Day Rule

By law, you must receive the FDD at least 14 days before signing anything

Get an Attorney

Always consult a qualified franchise attorney — not a general business attorney

The 23 Items

Items Contained in the FDD

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