What notices does the owner waive in relation to the Benjamin Franklin Plumbing UWIN Agreement?

According to the 2025 FDD, the owner of a Benjamin Franklin Plumbing franchise waives certain notices related to the UWIN (a customer service resource) Agreement. Specifically, the owner waives acceptance and notice of acceptance by UWIN of the undertakings, notice of demand for payment of any indebtedness or nonperformance of any obligations guaranteed, and protest and notice of default to any party regarding the guaranteed indebtedness or non-performance.

Additionally, the owner waives any right to require that an action be brought against the Benjamin Franklin Plumbing contractor or any other person as a condition of liability. They also waive any and all other notices and legal or equitable defenses to which they may be entitled.

In essence, these waivers mean that UWIN does not have to provide the owner with formal notifications or pursue other parties before seeking recourse from the owner under the guaranty. This places a significant responsibility on the owner, as they are immediately and directly liable for the Benjamin Franklin Plumbing franchise's obligations under the UWIN Agreement. Prospective franchisees should carefully consider the implications of these waivers and seek legal counsel to fully understand their obligations and potential liabilities.