The franchise agreement is the most important agreement for the franchisor. At a high level, the franchise agreement spells out your rights and obligations. It is the controlling document of the relationship. It is the most important document you have when you’re talking about harvesting your brand and selling the business. When you go to sell your business, if you have 50 units, you’re selling 50 franchise agreements and assignment to your trademarks.


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