On what page can I find information about 'Termination by Franchisor' in the Beard Papas agreement?
Beard_Papas Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
[Item 23: RECEIPTS]
3.2 TERMINATION BY FRANCHISOR
Franchisor possesses the right, at Franchisor's option, to terminate this Agreement and all rights granted to Franchisee hereunder, without affording Franchisee with any opportunity to cure such default, effective upon written notice to Franchisee, or automatically upon the occurrence of any of the following events: (a) if Franchisee Abandons Franchisee's obligations under this Agreement; (b) if Franchisee for four consecutive months, or any shorter period that indicates an intent by Franchisee to discontinue Franchisee's development of Shops within the Development Area; (c) if Franchisee becomes insolvent or is adjudicated bankrupt, or if any action is taken by Franchisee, or by others against the Franchisee, under any insolvency, bankruptcy or reorganization act, or if Franchisee makes an assignment for the benefit or creditors or a receiver is appointed by the Franchisee; (d) if Franchisee fails to meet its development obligations under the Development Schedule for any single Development Period including, but not limited to, Franchisee's failure to establish, open and/or maintain the cumulative number of Beard Papa's Shops in accordance with Development Schedule; and/or (e) in the event that any one Franchise Agreement is terminated respecting any Development Shop and/or any other Franchise Agreement between Franchisor and Franchisee.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 58–275)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Beard Papas's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, details regarding the franchisor's right to terminate the agreement can be found on page 219. Specifically, section 3.2 outlines the conditions under which Beard Papas can terminate the agreement with a franchisee.
These conditions include instances where the franchisee abandons their obligations, fails to meet development obligations, becomes insolvent or bankrupt, or if any other franchise agreement between Beard Papas and the franchisee is terminated. In such cases, Beard Papas can terminate the agreement effective immediately upon written notice, without providing an opportunity for the franchisee to correct the issue.
This section is important for prospective franchisees as it clarifies the circumstances that could lead to a termination of their franchise agreement. Understanding these conditions allows franchisees to be aware of their responsibilities and the potential consequences of failing to meet them, which is crucial for maintaining a successful and compliant franchise operation with Beard Papas.