Arizona is not a franchise registration state, franchisors do not need to separately register their Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) with the state. The offer of a franchise opportunity can only occur through disclosure of a franchise disclosure document (the "FDD").Some other documents involved in forming a franchise include letters of intent, trademark license agreements, and operations manuals. Step 2 to Franchising Your Business: Gathering information to include in the Franchise Disclosure Document, Franchise Agreement, and ancillary contracts. Completing and signing a franchise agreement: Things to be clear on before making it official. By Franchise Direct. Before you invest in any franchise, get a copy of the franchisor's Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Thinking about buying a franchise? Here are the requirements of a franchise agreement, how it works, and what you should know before signing. The Franchisor will have 30 days from receipt of the Franchisee's written request to respond.