300+pages
Average FDD length
$250K
Average franchise investment
67%
Have misleading Item 19 data
23items
Required disclosures (often buried)
We verify against
Contract Risks We Catch
These clauses appear in contracts every day. Our AI flags them instantly.
Item 19 Earnings Deception
They say "Average Revenue $1.2M" but hide that only the top 10% hit that. We audit the real math.
Non-Exclusive Territory
Your "protected territory" might not be protected at all. Franchisors can open competing locations nearby.
Short Cure Periods
Violate any term? You might have only 24 hours to fix it before termination.
Unrestricted Fee Changes
Royalties, marketing fees, and required purchases can increase at the franchisor's discretion.
Transfer Restrictions
Want to sell your franchise? You might need franchisor approval—which they can deny for any reason.
Renewal Conditions
Your 10-year agreement might not renew if you've had any violations—even minor ones.
Mandatory Arbitration
Disputes settled in arbitration at franchisor's headquarters—not your local court.
How It Works
Get contract insights in 1-2 minutes.
Upload Your FDD
We analyze the full Franchise Disclosure Document and franchise agreement.
Item-by-Item Analysis
Breakdown of all 23 required FDD items and what they mean for you.
Red Flag Detection
Comparison against franchise industry standards and best practices.
Questions to Ask
Specific questions to ask the franchisor before investing.
What You'll Get: FDD & Item 19 Audit
Real analysis from our multi-model AI system
Key Findings
Franchisor can open company-owned units 2 miles away. Your "protected" territory only covers 1.5 mile radius.
Any operational violation must be cured within 24 hours or franchisor can terminate. Industry standard is 30 days.
Marketing fund contribution can increase from 2% to 5% with 30 days notice. No cap on future increases.
Recommended Actions
- Request true exclusive territory of 3-5 miles minimum
- Negotiate 30-day cure period for non-safety violations
- Cap marketing fund contribution at current rate or +1%
- Ask for Item 19 data broken down by location age and region
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Why Use AI Instead of a Lawyer?
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| Feature | SignSafe AI | Traditional Attorney |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | Free to start, from $14.99 | $350 - $1,500/hr |
| Speed | 1-2 Minutes | 3-5 Business Days |
| Bias Check | 100% Objective | Varies by firm |
| Availability | 24/7 Instant | Appointment Only |
| Industry Knowledge | Trained on 50K+ contracts | Depends on specialization |
* AI analysis is educational and not a substitute for legal advice. Consult an attorney for binding decisions.
Item 19 Reality Check
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"Item 19 looked great until SignSafe showed me only 15% of locations hit those numbers. The averages were misleading."
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