Does 7 Brew have the option to purchase a franchisee's business?

According to the 2025 7 Brew Franchise Disclosure Document, 7 Brew does not have the option to purchase a franchisee's business. The FDD states explicitly that 7 Brew does not have this right. However, 7 Brew does retain the right of first refusal to acquire a franchisee's store. This means that if a franchisee receives an offer to purchase their 7 Brew store, 7 Brew has the opportunity to match that offer and purchase the store themselves. This right extends not only to the store itself but also to the underlying real estate if the franchisee or their owner directly or indirectly holds the title to that real estate and wishes to sell it as part of the transfer.

This right of first refusal allows 7 Brew to maintain control over its brand and locations. By having the ability to match any offer, 7 Brew can prevent the store from being sold to an undesirable buyer or competitor. This can be seen as a protective measure for the 7 Brew system as a whole, ensuring that new owners meet the standards and qualifications that 7 Brew deems necessary.

For a prospective franchisee, this means that while 7 Brew cannot simply decide to buy their business, the franchisee's ability to sell to a third party is subject to 7 Brew's approval. The franchisee must be prepared for 7 Brew to potentially step in and purchase the business themselves if they receive an offer that 7 Brew is willing to match. This is a fairly common practice in franchising, as it allows the franchisor to maintain control over the brand and ensure that locations are operated in a manner consistent with the franchise standards.