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FDD Review Checklist

Use this worksheet to organize the disclosure, connect related Items, and prepare a focused issues list for validation and professional review.

Start with the governing sources.

Review the Federal Trade Commission Franchise Rule and the FTC’s Consumer’s Guide to Buying a Franchise.

01

Document control

02

System and leadership: Items 1–4

03

Fees and investment: Items 5–7

04

Operations and restrictions: Items 8, 11, and 12

05

Agreement terms: Item 17 and Item 22

06

Performance and system evidence: Items 19–21

Use this as a working document, not a substitute for advice.

This resource is educational and does not provide legal, accounting, tax, investment, or financial advice. Review your specific situation and documents with qualified professionals before making a commitment.