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How does Alloy terminate the franchise agreement after a franchisee fails to cure a default?

Alloy Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

  • B. Termination by Us. We have the right to terminate this Agreement in accordance with the following provisions:
      1. Termination After Opportunity to Cure. Except as otherwise provided in this subparagraph 13.B or elsewhere in the Agreement: (i) you will have 30 days from the date of our issuance of a written notice of default to cure any default under this Agreement, other than a failure to pay amounts due or submit required reports, in which case you will have 10 days to cure those defaults; (ii) your failure to cure a default within the 30-day or 10-day period will provide us with good cause to terminate this Agreement; (iii) the termination will be accomplished by mailing or delivering to you written notice of termination that will identify the grounds for the termination; and (iv) the termination will be effective immediately upon our issuance of the written notice of termination.
      1. Immediate Termination With No Opportunity to Cure. In the event any of the following defaults occurs, you will have no right or opportunity to cure the default and this Agreement will terminate effective immediately on our issuance of written notice of termination:
      • i. any material misrepresentation or omission in your franchise application;
    • ii. your voluntary abandonment of this Agreement or the Facility which shall include, but not be limited to, your Facility being closed for a period of five consecutive days without our prior written consent;
    • iii. the loss of your lease, the failure to timely cure a default under the lease, the loss of your right of possession or failure to reopen or relocate under subparagraph 5.D;
    • iv. the closing of the Facility by any state or local authorities for health or public safety reasons;
    • v. failure to locate a site for your Facility within 180 days after signing this Agreement or your failure to open the Facility within 365 days after signing this Agreement;
      • vi. any unauthorized use of the Confidential Information;
      • vii. failure to maintain required insurance as required in subparagraph 10.C;
    • viii. insolvency of you, an Owner, or guarantor, you, an Owner, or guarantor making an assignment or entering into any similar arrangement for the benefit of creditors;
    • ix. any default under this Agreement that materially impairs the goodwill associated with any of the Trademarks;

Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 69–245)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

According to Alloy's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Alloy can terminate the franchise agreement if a franchisee fails to cure a default. Generally, Alloy will provide a franchisee 30 days from the date of a written notice of default to correct any issues. However, if the default involves a failure to pay amounts due or submit required reports, the franchisee only has 10 days to cure the default. If the franchisee does not fix the default within the applicable cure period (30 or 10 days), Alloy has grounds to terminate the agreement. Alloy will then issue a written notice of termination, specifying the reasons for the termination, which becomes effective immediately upon issuance.

However, there are certain situations where Alloy can immediately terminate the franchise agreement without providing an opportunity to cure. These include instances such as material misrepresentations in the franchise application, voluntary abandonment of the agreement or facility, loss of the lease, failure to maintain required insurance, insolvency, or any default that materially impairs the goodwill associated with Alloy's trademarks. In these cases, the termination is effective immediately upon Alloy issuing a written notice of termination.

For prospective Alloy franchisees, it's crucial to understand the specific actions or omissions that constitute a default under the franchise agreement and the corresponding cure periods. Paying close attention to financial obligations, maintaining accurate records, and adhering to brand standards are essential to avoid potential defaults. Furthermore, franchisees should be aware of the conditions that allow for immediate termination without an opportunity to cure, as these situations pose a significant risk to their investment and business operations. Franchisees in Minnesota should note that Minnesota law requires that a franchisee be given 90 days' notice of termination (with 60 days to cure) and 180 days' notice for nonrenewal of the franchise agreement.

Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document and is provided for research purposes only. It does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decisions.