If Bhc places an interim manager in the franchised restaurant after a franchisee's death, what expenses is the franchisee responsible for paying?

According to Bhc's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, in the event of a franchisee's death, Bhc has the option to place an interim manager at the franchised location. If Bhc exercises this option, the franchisee's estate is responsible for covering specific expenses related to the interim manager.

Specifically, the franchisee must pay the interim manager's salary, transportation costs, lodging expenses, and related living expenses. In addition to these direct costs, the franchisee is also responsible for paying Bhc a management administration fee, which is calculated as 15% of the total expenses.

This means that the financial burden on the franchisee's estate can be significant during the period that Bhc provides an interim manager. It is important for prospective franchisees to consider this potential expense and ensure that their estate planning adequately addresses this possibility. Franchisees should clarify with Bhc the expected duration of the interim management and seek detailed estimates of all associated costs to better prepare for this contingency.