# Franchise Agreement
**This Franchise Agreement ("Agreement") is made and entered into as of [Date] by and between:**
**Franchisor:**
[Franchisor's Name]
[Franchisor's Address]
[Franchisor's City, State, Zip]
[Franchisor's Contact Information]
**AND**
**Franchisee:**
[Franchisee's Name]
[Franchisee's Address]
[Franchisee's City, State, Zip]
[Franchisee's Contact Information]
**WHEREAS**, the Franchisor has developed a system for the operation of [Description of Business] ("Franchise System"); and
**WHEREAS**, the Franchisee wishes to operate a franchise of the Franchisor under the terms and conditions set forth herein;
**NOW, THEREFORE**, in consideration of the mutual covenants and agreements contained herein, the parties agree as follows:
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## 1. Grant of Franchise
The Franchisor grants the Franchisee the right to operate a franchise using the Franchisor's trademarks, trade names, service marks, and proprietary business methods (collectively, the "Marks") in the geographic area described as [Describe Geographic Area] ("Franchise Territory").
## 2. Term
The term of this Agreement shall commence on [Commencement Date] and shall continue for a period of [number of years] years, unless earlier terminated as provided herein.
## 3. Franchise Fee
The Franchisee shall pay to the Franchisor a one-time franchise fee of [Amount] upon execution of this Agreement. Thereafter, the Franchisee shall pay ongoing royalties of [Percentage]% of gross sales, payable monthly.
## 4. Duties of the Franchisor
The Franchisor agrees to:
- Provide the Franchisee with an operations manual that details the Franchise System;
- Offer training to the Franchisee and their staff;
- Provide ongoing support and assistance as necessary.
## 5. Duties of the Franchisee
The Franchisee agrees to:
- Operate the franchise according to the specifications and standards set forth by the Franchisor;
- Pay all fees and royalties on time;
- Maintain proper records and allow Franchisor access to financial statements upon request.
## 6. Advertising
The Franchisee shall participate in the Franchisor's advertising programs and contribute [Percentage]% of gross sales to the advertising fund.
## 7. Intellectual Property
The Franchisee acknowledges that the Marks and all related intellectual property are the exclusive property of the Franchisor. The Franchisee shall not contest the Franchisor's ownership rights and shall use the Marks only as permitted by this Agreement.
## 8. Termination
This Agreement may be terminated by:
- The Franchisor for cause (e.g., failure to comply with operational standards);
- The Franchisee for convenience with a written notice of [number of days] days prior to termination.
## 9. Post-Termination Obligations
Upon termination or expiration of this Agreement, the Franchisee shall:
- Cease using the Marks;
- Return all Franchisor-provided materials and documentation.
## 10. Governing Law
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of [State].
## 11. Entire Agreement
This Agreement contains the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior agreements or understandings, whether written or oral.
## IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Franchise Agreement as of the date first above written.
**Franchisor:**
[Signature]
[Printed Name]
[Title]
[Date]
**Franchisee:**
[Signature]
[Printed Name]
[Title]
[Date]
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**Disclaimer:** This document is a template and should be customized to fit specific business needs and local legal requirements. It is advisable to consult with a legal professional before finalizing the agreement.