Reading the FDD: The Argument Against Simplification
The argument against simplifying the FDD was discussed in an article by an unnamed author.
· Franchising.com· June 27, 2021
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Federal Trade Commission — page 7
Federal Trade Commission is a regulator in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 2015. 211 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher. * The FTC blocked PlayPower's acquisition of BCI Burke, a rival playground manufacturer, citing concerns over anticompetitive effects [[2026-10-27 FTC Bureau of Competition Statement on Termination of PlayPower’s Acquisition of (321022)]]. * The FTC is suing to block PlayPower's acquisition of BCI Burke, alleging the deal will drive up prices and decrease innovation and quality for commercial outdoor playground equipment [[2026-10-19 FTC Sues to Block PlayPower’s Acquisition of Rival Playground Manufacturer Burke (a46031)]]. * The FTC has taken steps to preserve competition in the digital advertising ecosystem by requiring Publicis Groupe S.A. to maintain neutral access to LiveRamp Holdings Inc.'s services as part of its $2.2 billion acquisition [[2026-10-19 FTC Order Preserves Competition in Digital Advertising Ecosystem as Part of Publicis’s Acquisition of LiveRamp (cf8257)]]. * Premier Franchising Group and Franchise FastLane LLC settled with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) for $1.85 million over allegedly deceptive claims in selling Premier Martial Arts franchises [[2026-10-08 Premier Franchising Group & Franchise FastLane settle with FTC (b0fe76)]]. * A federal court has permanently banned the operators of an alleged debt relief scheme from the debt relief industry, following an FTC allegation that the scheme's operators impersonated government and business entities [[2026-10-22 Court Permanently Shuts Down Illegal Debt Relief Operation Following FTC Allegat (fcaa47)]]. * The Federal Trade Commission's Franchise Rule requires franchisors to provide potential franchisees with a complete franchise disclosure document, which includes 23 key items related to the opportunity [[2026-10-20 Franchise Red Flags You Shouldn’t Ignore (Even If You Love The Brand) (3caa8f)]]. * The FTC Franchise Rule regulates financial representations, and franchisors must be careful not to make financial representations outside of what is formally disclosed in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document [[2026-07-14 Franchising Legal Pitfalls Earnings Claims and Item 19 FDD (9145fa)]]. * The International Franchise Association is pushing for the American Franchise Act, a bill that would set a single federal standard for joint employer status [[2026-09-16 Franchise Leaders Push Joint Employer Bill on Capitol Hill (20d34d)]].
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· Global Franchise· May 27, 2021
What’s the Difference Between Licensing and Franchising?
A licensing agreement is explained as a legal agreement to use a brand name for a fee, different from a franchise agreement.
· 1851 Franchise· May 18, 2021
How To Build a Franchise Disclosure Document
Industry experts share advice on building a Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) to attract franchisee candidates.
· 1851 Franchise· May 12, 2021
Reading the FDD: The Argument Against Simplification
A veteran franchise attorney argues against simplification of the FDD, emphasizing the importance of transparency and understanding for franchisees.
· Franchising.com· May 4, 2021
Senator Calls For FTC, SBA Crackdown on Franchising
U.S. Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto calls for greater oversight of the franchise industry from the Federal Trade Commission and Small Business Administration.
· 1851 Franchise· April 13, 2021
Young Ones to Watch: Justin Gordon, CEO of Amramp
Justin Gordon leads Amramp, a franchise with 22 years of experience.
· 1851 Franchise· December 28, 2020
Consumer Marketing Roundup: December 22, 2020
A roundup of consumer marketing news and trends for the coming year, including the impact of COVID-19 on restaurants.
· Franchising.com· December 22, 2020
Are Changes Coming to the FTC's Franchise Rule?
The FTC holds a virtual public workshop on revising the FTC's Franchise Rule, addressing financial performance representations and FDD format.
· Franchising.com· December 16, 2020
Good News! – December 2020
The article discusses various business growth and change stories, as well as how businesses are coping with the coronavirus.
· Franchising.com· December 16, 2020
Anago Cleaning Systems Warns of Fraudulent Promises in Commercial Cleaning
The three most significant scams reverberating throughout the industry are cleaning processes that instantly kill viruses; treatments that continually kill the virus for an extraordinarily extended period; and offering o
· Franchising.com· November 11, 2020
How to Pick a Franchise Attorney
Franchise attorneys play a crucial role in protecting franchise brands and ensuring compliance with federal regulations, such as the Federal Trade Commission's Franchise Rule.
· 1851 Franchise· July 30, 2020
Understanding the Franchise Disclosure Document
A franchise disclosure document is a comprehensive record of information about the organization, shared with franchise prospects to make an informed decision.
· 1851 Franchise· July 9, 2020
Progressive Leasing Finalizes Agreement With FTC
Progressive Leasing has finalized an agreement with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and will pay $175 million to the FTC with no admission of wrongdoing.
· Franchising.com· April 21, 2020
Refranchising: A Strategy to Consider for Franchise System Growth
Franchisors consider refranchising as a strategy for growth and enhancing shareholder value.
· Franchising.com· March 3, 2020
Rent-A-Center, Inc. Reports Strong Fourth Quarter 2019 Results
Rent-A-Center reports strong fourth-quarter 2019 results and plans to grow revenues and earnings in 2020.
· Franchising.com· February 25, 2020
Aaron's, Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter Revenue And Earnings
Aaron's, Inc. reports fourth quarter revenue and earnings, with record annual revenues and adjusted EBITDA.
· Franchising.com· February 20, 2020
Time for Changes: Fixing Franchising's Structural Problems
An article discusses the need for changes in franchising's structural problems, citing the average initial and continuing fees in franchising as closer to $37,000 and under 6 percent.
· Franchising.com· February 20, 2020
How To Avoid Becoming an Accidental Franchise
Franchise laws are complex and far-reaching, and the applicability of these laws can be inconsistent.
· Franchising.com· February 5, 2020
The Most Important Items in an FDD: Item 19 - Financial Performance Representations
Item 19 of a Franchise Disclosure Document provides financial performance representations, offering insight into revenue potential for franchisees.
· 1851 Franchise· January 22, 2020
How the California Consumer Privacy Act will affect your franchise
How much do you know about the personal data you collect on your franchisees, customers, and employees?
· Global Franchise· December 9, 2019
New Saudi Arabia Franchise Law To Take Effect in April 2020
A new Saudi Arabia franchise law will take effect in April 2020, setting forth a registration and disclosure regime and regulating the ongoing franchise relationship.
· Franchising.com· November 14, 2019
Impacts of the New Revenue Recognition Rules on Franchising So Far
The new revenue recognition rules have a material impact on franchisor financial statements, changing the way financials are presented.
· Franchising.com· September 17, 2019
Accounting for Change: Impacts of New Revenue Recognition Rules
As franchisors have started to experience, FASB changed what most franchisor financial statements look like because of the new revenue recognition rules, and we are now starting to see how financials are changing.
· Franchising.com· August 3, 2019