Build a legally-compliant FDD that meets all FTC requirements. This template helps you protect your franchise, maintain compliance, and communicate clearly with potential franchisees.
A Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) is a legally required document that franchisors must provide to potential franchisees at least 14 days before any franchise agreement signing or payment. This comprehensive template ensures compliance with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) requirements while protecting both franchisor and franchisee interests.
This FDD template helps franchisors create a complete and compliant disclosure document that includes all 23 mandatory sections required by the FTC. It's designed to provide clear, transparent information about your franchise opportunity while meeting all legal requirements and protecting your business interests.
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Our template has helped numerous franchises establish successful systems, including a national coffee shop chain that expanded to 50 locations and a home services franchise that grew from 3 to 100 units in three years.
FDDs must be updated annually and whenever material changes occur in your franchise system.
The FDD must include audited financial statements for the most recent three fiscal years.
While you must include all 23 sections in the specified order, you can customize the content within each section to match your franchise system.
Yes, some states have additional requirements beyond federal regulations. Always check state-specific guidelines.
While not legally required, having an experienced franchise attorney review your FDD is highly recommended to ensure compliance.