UFOC/FDD Item Descriptions

The 4 standardized parts to a UFOC/UFDD as determined by the FTC and NASAA:

(NOTE: Bob Richman over at www.franchisegenius.com has put together a comprehensive descriptive, detailing each part and item of a UFOC/FDD. Click HERE to view Bob's document.)

Cover Page
Table of Contents
Items 1-23
Exhibits

The format for each of these sections is very specific and covers the following:

Cover Page
Table of Contents
Item 1: The Franchisor, Its Predecessors, and Affiliates
Item 2: Business Experience
Item 3: Litigation History
Item 4: Bankruptcy
Item 5: Initial Franchise Fee
Item 6: Other Fees
Item 7: Initial Investment
Item 8: Restrictions on Sources of Products and Services
Item 9: Franchisee's Obligations
Item 10: Financing
Item 11: Franchisor's Obligations
Item 12: Territory
Item 13: Trademarks
Item 14: Patents, Copyrights, and Proprietary Information
Item 15: Obligation to Participate in and the Actual Operation of the Franchise Business
Item 16: Restrictions on What the Franchisee May Sell
Item 17: Renewal, Termination, Transfer, and Dispute Resolution
Item 18: Public Figures
Item 19: Earnings Claims
Item 20: List of Outlets
Item 21: Financial Statements
Item 22: Contracts
Item 23: Receipt
Exhibits