What is the minimum lease term required for the Agency premises when renewing a BrightStar Care franchise?

According to BrightStar Care's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, when renewing a franchise, you must execute a new lease for the Agency premises. This lease must be for a minimum of one year, and it must include an option to renew for two additional one-year terms.

This requirement ensures that BrightStar Care franchisees have a stable location from which to operate their business during the renewal term. By securing a lease with a minimum one-year term and renewal options, franchisees can avoid the disruption of having to relocate their Agency shortly after renewing their franchise agreement.

For prospective franchisees, this means that when considering renewing their BrightStar Care franchise, they should factor in the cost and availability of suitable premises that meet this lease requirement. It also highlights the importance of maintaining a good relationship with the landlord to facilitate the lease renewal process.

It is important to note that the new franchise agreement for renewal franchises may include terms and conditions materially different from those in the original agreement, such as different performance standards, fee structures, and/or increased fees. Therefore, franchisees should carefully review the renewal agreement and ensure they can meet all the requirements, including the lease terms, before committing to renew their BrightStar Care franchise.