What information must be included in the notice of potential membership cancellation sent by Best Western?
Best_Western Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
However, with respect to memberships governed by Minnesota law, Best Western will comply with Minn. Stat. Sec. 80C.14, Subds. 3, 4 and 5 which require, except in certain specified cases, that Member be given 90 days' notice of termination (with 60 days to cure) and 180 days' notice of non-renewal of this Agreement.
Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 108–413)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Best Western's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the specific information required in a notice of potential membership cancellation depends on the jurisdiction governing the membership. For instance, memberships governed by Minnesota law have specific requirements.
In Minnesota, Best Western must comply with Minn. Stat. Sec. 80C.14, Subds. 3, 4, and 5, which generally require that a member be given 90 days' notice of termination, with 60 days to cure the issue leading to termination. Additionally, for non-renewal of the Membership Agreement, Best Western must provide 180 days' notice.
These stipulations ensure that Best Western franchisees in Minnesota receive adequate time to address any issues that could lead to termination or to prepare for the end of their agreement. Prospective franchisees should be aware of these state-specific regulations, as they can significantly impact the terms and conditions of their franchise agreement and the remedies available to them.