How to Find Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDDS) Online for Free
There are four states that publish FDDs online. California https://docqnet.dbo.ca.gov/search/ California’s search engine is slow to update, but every document associated with a franchise registration (FDDs, blacklines, applications, permits) is available on the site, once they get around to updating it. Sometimes you have to know the exact name of the franchisor to be able to find the filing.…
Selling Franchises in Registration States
I’ve just issued my FDD and want to start selling franchises with it. What are the next steps? This depends on where you’d like to sell franchises. Registration states require you to file your FDD and pay a fee, and most of these states have a formal comment letter process. Before you can start selling in the registration states, you’ll need to receive an acknowledgement or permit from the……