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What is the length of each renewal term for a Bhc Master Franchisee?

Bhc Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

with the obligations set forth in the Franchise Agreement will result in cross-default in the MFA. If the MFA is terminated prior to its expiration for cause, all Franchise Agreement will be automatically terminated.

5.2 Renewal Terms.

  • (a) Upon written notice delivered to Franchisor not less than 120 days before the end of the existing term hereof, Master Franchisee may renew its rights granted under this Agreement for additional 10-year terms commencing on the expiration date of the previous term, subject to the provisions of sections 5.2(b) through 5.2(g) below.

  • (b) At the time of renewal, Master Franchisee must (i) then be solvent (which means that Master Franchisee is able to pay its debts as and when promised by Master Franchisee and that Master Franchisee has assets that are greater than its debts), (ii) not have Abandoned the BHC Restaurant, (iii) not be operating the Franchise in a manner that endangers public health or safety or materially harms the BHC brand or reputation, and (iv) not have knowingly submitted false or incomplete reports to Franchisor during the expiring term.

  • (c) Notwithstanding section 5.2(a) above, Franchisor is not obligated to renew Master Franchisee's rights granted under this Agreement for an additional term if one or more of the following applies or occurs:

    • (i) Master Franchisee gives Franchisor written notice of Master Franchisee's intention not to renew this Agreement at least 120 days before the expiration of the initial term or any successor term;
    • (ii) Termination of this Agreement would be permitted pursuant to sections 13.1 or 13.2 hereof;
      • (iii) Master Franchisee and Franchisor agree not to renew the Franchise;
    • (iv) Franchisor withdraws from distributing its products or services through Franchises in the geographic market served by Master Franchisee.
    • (v) At the time of renewal, Master Franchisee or any Principal Equity Operator has been convicted of a felony or a crime involving moral turpitude, consumer fraud or any other offense that is reasonably likely, in Franchisor's judgment, to have a materially adverse effect on the Marks, the System, or the goodwill associated with the Marks or System; or
  • (d) As a condition to renewing Master Franchisee's rights, duties and obligations hereunder, not later than 90 days before the end of the term that is expiring, Master Franchisee and Franchisor must sign either (i) Franchisor's then-current standard Franchise Agreement modified by addendum to remove provisions that only apply to a new Master Franchisee, such as initial franchise fee and initial training requirements ("Renewal Franchise Agreement") or (ii) an addendum to this Agreement extending its term for an additional 10 year term. IN ADDITION TO NOT GRANTING ANY ADDITIONAL RIGHTS BEYOND THOSE GRANTED IN THIS AGREEMENT, THE RENEWAL FRANCHISE AGREEMENT MAY CONTAIN OTHER TERMS THAT ARE SUBSTANTIALLY DIFFERENT FROM THOSE IN THIS AGREEMENT. The Renewal Franchise Agreement, when executed, will supersede this Agreement.

  • (e) At the time of renewal, Master Franchisee must have satisfied all monetary obligations owed by Master Franchisee to Franchisor and to Franchisor's affiliates and all other material obligations under this Agreement, and Franchisor may examine Master Franchisee's books and records to verify compliance with this requirement anytime during normal business hours within 120 days of Master Franchisee's renewal date.

  • (f) Before or not later than 90 days after Master Franchisee's execution of a Renewal Franchise Agreement for an additional term, Master Franchisee must make such physical modifications (i.e., remodel) to Master Franchised BHC Restaurant as are reasonably necessary so that they are substantially consistent with the then current Trade Dress and System requirements, and so that they can accommodate new BHC Products, if any. Master Franchisee must also bring Master Franchised BHC Restaurant and e

Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 52–230)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

According to Bhc's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a Master Franchisee can renew their rights for additional terms of 10 years each. To renew, the Master Franchisee must provide written notice to Bhc at least 120 days before the current term expires. The renewal is subject to certain conditions.

Bhc is not obligated to renew the Master Franchise Agreement if the Master Franchisee provides written notice of their intention not to renew at least 120 days before the expiration of the current term, if termination of the agreement would be permitted under sections 13.1 or 13.2, or if both parties agree not to renew the franchise. Bhc may also deny renewal if it withdraws from distributing its products or services through franchises in the Master Franchisee's geographic market or if the Master Franchisee or any Principal Equity Operator has been convicted of a felony or a crime involving moral turpitude, consumer fraud, or any other offense that could negatively impact Bhc's brand or goodwill.

As a condition of renewal, the Master Franchisee and Bhc must sign either Bhc's then-current standard Franchise Agreement (modified to remove provisions that apply only to new Master Franchisees) or an addendum to the existing agreement extending its term for an additional 10 years. The Master Franchisee must also satisfy all monetary and material obligations under the agreement. Additionally, the Master Franchisee is required to remodel the Master Franchised Bhc Restaurant to meet current trade dress and system requirements and accommodate any new Bhc products. A renewal fee of $40,000.00 is due when the Renewal Franchise Agreement is signed.

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.