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### Making a Case for Mandatory Item 19 Disclosure

Posted by [**Franchise Grade Team**](https://mvp.franchisegrade.com/blog/author/admin) July 13, 2016

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The US Securities Act of 1933 (the Securities Act) requires that the disclosure filing of a registration statement with the Security and Exchange Commission and the distribution of a prospectus in connection with the Initial Public Offering for investors must contain certain financial statements and other financial information regarding the issuer’s financial condition and results of operations.

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### How Item 19 FPRs Are Shaping The Franchise Industry

Posted by [**Franchise Grade Team**](https://mvp.franchisegrade.com/blog/author/admin) May 7, 2015

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Item 19 Financial Performance Representations (FPR) are a key component in any prospective franchisee's due diligence process. FPRs help them to analyze a franchise investment for the opportunity of a return. They are critical in constructing a pro forma income statement and cash flow projections.

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