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Key Sections of a Franchise Disclosure Document: An Annual Review Guide for Franchisors

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A Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) serves as the foundation of the franchisor-franchisee relationship. While the FDD is a comprehensive document, certain key sections demand careful scrutiny during an annual review. Item 7: Estimated Initial Investment Item 7 outlines the range of estimated costs associated with opening a franchise.

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Restaurant Reopening Resources

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The document is meant to be used in conjunction with instruction operators receive from authorities during their reopening phase-in. It includes documents to assist in organizing and reopening dining rooms and businesses. Standard subscription and cover pricing resume only in January 2021* (restrictions apply).

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Ready To Sell? Maybe You Should Be

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Document Systems, Processes, and Checklists : I’m pretty sure I’ve mentioned systems, processes, and checklists in every chapter of this book. Everything needs to be documented and turned into a system, process, and checklist. By the end of the first day, we had three full price offers. We decided it was time.

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Restaurant Safety: How Restaurateurs Can Improve their Risk Profiles

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It is consequentially more difficult for restaurant owners and operators to obtain comprehensive coverage at a fair price – let alone find policies with the specific coverages they need.

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How Can I Prevent Contract Overlaps and Overpricing?

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A : Contract overlaps and pricing have a lot of impact on restaurant operators and their business, especially for those without supply chain personnel or who are simply too busy to check or double check pricing contract structures. You must constantly keep track of dates and make sure the right prices are being executed.

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Marketplace Collection Laws Present Unique Challenges for the Restaurant Industry

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However, qualification to opt-out and the necessary documentation to do so varies from state to state. The distinction of which party is the “seller” can be particularly important when determining the appropriate taxable price of the food sold, and whether the taxable price includes other charges or discounts.

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Opening a Restaurant: Steps to Take and Common Pitfalls to Avoid

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Draft a Business Plan Business plans are documents that contain all the necessary information surrounding your restaurant and how it will operate. The business plan will become your go-to document when you run into operational problems and will guide you through turbulent times.

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