Within what timeframe must a Body Brain Center franchise be assigned after the franchisee's death or disability?
Body_Brain_Center Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| PROVISION | SUMMARY | |
|---|---|---|
| p. Your death or | Section 19.4 | Within 6 months, franchise must be assigned by estate to an |
| disability | assignee in compliance with conditions for other transfers. | |
| SSA: Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
Source: Item 17 — RENEWAL**, TERMINATION, TRANSFER, **AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION (FDD pages 34–38)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Body Brain Center's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, if a franchisee dies or becomes disabled, their franchise must be assigned by their estate to an assignee within 6 months. This assignee must meet all the standard conditions for franchise transfers.
This means that the estate of the deceased or disabled franchisee has a limited time to find a qualified buyer who is approved by Body Brain Center. The assignee must meet Body Brain Center's qualifications, complete the initial training program (and pay the associated fee), obtain all necessary licenses and permits, and sign a new franchise agreement for the remainder of the original term.
Furthermore, the franchisee's estate must ensure compliance with the existing Franchise Agreement, assign the lease (if applicable), pay the transfer fee to Body Brain Center, and sign a general release and subordination agreement. Body Brain Center must also formally waive any right of first refusal to acquire the business themselves. This places a significant administrative and financial burden on the franchisee's estate to ensure a smooth and timely transfer of the Body Brain Center franchise.