Why the strict rules? – common surprises to franchisees
You’re almost to the finish line and reviewing the contract details, and something so blatantly scary is sitting right there that nobody warned you about beforehand. Before you lay down your pen and walk out in a huff, there is most likely a story behind many of the contract stipulations in franchise agreements. One of the most common surprises I encounter with my franchisees is when they start to realize within those words, terms, and conditions is a promise by them to abide by strict and precise controls set in place by the franchise. If they ever stray from those stipulations, they may lose any protection under the franchise umbrella, and may even lose their franchise altogether. This detail may come as a point of fight or flight for the aspiring franchise, but it’s all for a good reason. I assure you that nobody is out to pull one over on anybody. These controls are all in the name of quality and consistency, not to mention some protection. Read on, and ...