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Under what condition is a further transfer or assignment of the Beehive Homes Franchise or Franchise Agreement prohibited?

Beehive_Homes Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

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[Alternate paragraph to be used for Assignment to Partnership.]

    1. Without the prior written consent of Bee Hive Homes, Assignor, Assignee, and Partners may not, either voluntarily or by operation of law, make or permit:
    • a) any further transfer or assignment of the Franchise or the Franchise Agreement;
    • b) any pledge or encumbrance of the Franchise;
    • c) any assignment, transfer, or pledge of any equity interest in Assignee including, but not limited to, transfers in any entity that is a Partner;
      • d) the creation of new or additional equity interests in Assignee;
    • e) the change of a limited partnership interest to a general partnership interest or of a general partnership interest to a limited partnership interest; or
    • f) any amendment of the terms of any partnership agreement or other organizational documents relating to Assignee.

Equity interests, as used in this Assignment, include direct or indirect equity or beneficial interests in Assignee and the business risks associated with the Home including, but not limited to, interests stated as debt that include any type of risk-taking interest or any interest in the profits or appreciation of the Home.

[Alternate paragraph to be used for Assignment to Limited Liability Company.]

    1. Without the prior written consent of Bee Hive Homes, Assignor, Assignee, and Members may not, either voluntarily or by operation of law, make or permit:
    • a) any further transfer or assignment of the Franchise or the Franchise Agreement;
    • b) any pledge or encumbrance of the Franchise;
    • c) any assignment, transfer, or pledge of any equity interest in Assignee including, but not limited to, transfers in any entity that is a Member;
      • d) the creation of new or additional equity interests in Assignee; or
    • e) any amendment of the terms of any operating agreement or other organizational documents relating to Assignee.

Equity interests, as used in this Assignment, include direct or indirect equity or beneficial interests in Assignee and the business risks associated with the Home including, but not limited to, interests stated as debt that include any type of risk-taking interest or any interest in the profits or appreciation of the Home.

    1. Assignor, Assignee, and [Shareholders/Partners/Members] represent and warrant that:
  • a) they are the only persons or entities with equity interests in Assignee and their ownership interests are as shown on Exhibit A; and
  • b) there is no obligation or intention to issue additional equity interests in Assignee.
    1. If any [Shareholders/Partners/Members] are trustees or trusts:
  • a) the beneficial interests in the trusts may not be assigned, transfers to successor trustees or special trustees may not be made even if the transfer is provided for in any trust agreement, and the trust agreement may not be amended without the prior written consent of Bee Hive Homes;
  • b) Exhibit A lists all persons who are trustees of any nature or have beneficial interests in any [Shareholder's/Partner's/Member's] trust(s);
  • c) this Assignment is not a consent to any future transfers of equity interest(s) of Assignee to any [Shareholder's/Partner's/Member's] trust beneficiaries based on any

condition including, but not limited to, attainment of a certain age or occurrence of any event. All future transfers or vesting of equity interest(s) of Assignee are subject to this Assignment; and

  • d) Bee Hive Homes has not reviewed any trust documents of any [Shareholder's/Partner's/Member's] trust;

Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 34–123)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

According to Beehive Homes' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a further transfer or assignment of the Franchise or the Franchise Agreement is prohibited without the prior written consent of Beehive Homes. This condition applies to the Assignor, Assignee, and relevant parties such as Partners (in the case of assignment to a Partnership), Members (in the case of assignment to a Limited Liability Company), or Shareholders (in the case of assignment to a Corporation). This prohibition covers both voluntary transfers and those occurring by operation of law.

This requirement for prior written consent ensures that Beehive Homes maintains control over who operates its franchises and upholds brand standards. It allows Beehive Homes to vet potential new franchisees to ensure they meet the company's criteria for financial stability, operational experience, and commitment to the Beehive Homes system. This is a common practice in franchising, as franchisors need to protect their brand and ensure consistent quality across all locations.

For a prospective Beehive Homes franchisee, this means that if they wish to sell or transfer their franchise in the future, they must first obtain approval from Beehive Homes. This process may involve providing detailed information about the potential buyer, including their financial background and business experience. Beehive Homes has the right to refuse the transfer if they do not believe the proposed transferee is a suitable candidate. This restriction also extends to transfers of equity interests within the franchisee entity, such as shares in a corporation or membership interests in an LLC, requiring Beehive Homes' approval for such changes as well.

Furthermore, the FDD specifies that this restriction applies not only to direct transfers of the franchise but also to indirect transfers that could occur through changes in ownership or equity structure of the franchisee entity. This includes preventing pledges or encumbrances of the franchise and controlling amendments to organizational documents that could effectively alter control of the franchise. This comprehensive control mechanism is designed to protect the Beehive Homes brand and ensure the continued success and stability of the franchise system.

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.