According to the Anago franchise agreement, what is the role of the Guarantor?
Anago Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
een willing to execute the Franchise Agreement with SUBFRANCHISOR solely on SUBFRANCHISOR be personally obligated SUBFRANCHISOR (and with each other owner of SUBFRANCHISOR) for the performance of each and every obligation of SUBFRANCHISOR (and its owners) under the Franchise Agreement, any amendments or modifications to the Franchise Agreement, any extensions or renewals of the Franchise Agreement, and under each and every agreement ancillary to the Franchise Agreement that has been or hereafter may be entered by SUBFRANCHISOR with FRANCHISOR or with FRANCHISOR's affiliates related to the Franchise Agreement or the business conducted by SUBFRANCHISOR pursuant thereto (all of the aforementioned agreements are collectively referred to as the "Anago Agreements"). | You the condition that each owner of and jointly and severally liable with |
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- GUARANTOR'S Covenants, Representations and Guaranty. In consideration of and as an inducement to the execution of the Franchise Agreement by FRANCHISOR, you hereby personally, irrevocably and unconditionally:
- a. represent and warrant to FRANCHISOR that the exhibits/attachments to the Franchise Agreement are accurate and complete;
- b. guarantee the prompt payment and performance of all Obligations (as hereinafter defined) of SUBFRANCHISOR under the Anago Agreements;
- c. agree to be personally bound by, and personally liable for the breach of, each and every provision in the Franchise Agreement and each and every provision in any of the Anago Agreements, as if you were the SUBFRANCHISOR; and
d. agree not to divert any assets to other parties in order to avoid any debt covered by this Guaranty.
The term "Obligations" means the payment of all debts, liabilities and obligations of SUBFRANCHISOR to FRANCHISOR arising under the Anago Agreements, whether direct, indirect, absolute, contingent, matured or unmatured, extended or renewed, wherever and however incurred, together with all costs of collection, compromise and enforcement, including reasonable attorneys' fees, and the prompt performance of each and every covenant, agreement and condition set forth in any of the Anago Agreements.
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- Waivers by GUARANTOR. You hereby waive:
- a. acceptance and notice of acceptance by FRANCHISOR of the foregoing Guaranty;
- b. notice of demand for payment of any indebtedness or nonperformance by SUBFRANCHISOR of any indebtedness or nonperformance by SUBFRANCHISOR of any of the Obligations;
- c. presentment or protest of any instrument and notice thereof; and notice of default or intent to accelerate with respect to the indebtedness or nonperformance of any of the Obligations;
- d. any right you may have to require that an action be brought against SUBFRANCHISOR or any other person as a condition of liability;
- e. the defense of the statute of limitations in any action hereunder or for the collection or performance of any Obligation;
- f. any and all rights to payments, indemnities and claims for reimbursement or subrogation that you may have against SUBFRANCHISOR arising from your execution of and performance under this Guaranty;
- g. any defense based on any irregularity or defect in the creation of any of the Obligations or modification of the terms and conditions of performance thereof;
- h. any defense based on the failure of FRANCHISOR or any other party to take, protect, perfect or preserve any right against and/or security granted by the SUBFRANCHISOR or any other party;
- i. any and all other notices and legal or equitable defenses to which you may be entitled.
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- Further Agreements and Understandings. You hereby consent and agree that:
- a. Your direct and immediate liability under this Guaranty will be joint and several with SUBFRANCHISOR and each other GUARANTOR of SUBFRANCHISOR;
- b. The death or incapacity of any GUARANTOR will not modify, amend or terminate this Guaranty;
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Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 62–298)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Anago's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Guarantor plays a significant role in ensuring the financial and contractual obligations of the subfranchisor or unit franchisee are met. The Guarantor personally, irrevocably, and unconditionally guarantees the prompt payment and performance of all obligations of the subfranchisor or unit franchisee under the Anago Agreements. This includes all debts, liabilities, and the performance of every agreement and condition outlined in the franchise agreement.
The Guarantor agrees to be personally bound by and liable for any breaches of the franchise agreement as if they were the subfranchisor or unit franchisee. This means the Guarantor's assets can be pursued to satisfy the debts and obligations of the subfranchisor or unit franchisee. The Guarantor also agrees not to divert assets to avoid debts covered by the guaranty.
Furthermore, the Guarantor waives certain rights, including the right to require Anago to first pursue action against the subfranchisor or unit franchisee before seeking recourse from the Guarantor. They also waive rights to notices regarding acceptance of the guaranty, demands for payment, or any default by the subfranchisor or unit franchisee. This ensures that Anago can directly and immediately seek fulfillment of the obligations from the Guarantor without procedural delays. The Guarantor's obligations are continuing and remain in effect even if the franchise agreement is extended, modified, or amended. The Guarantor also consents to submit disputes to arbitration.