Under the Burger King Guaranty, what agreements are collectively referred to as the "BKC Agreements"?
Burger_King Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
You acknowledge and agree that BKC has entered into the Franchise Agreement [** and that certain Lease/Sublease for the Restaurant premises (the "Lease")] with Franchisee [and advanced the loan to FRANCHISEE evidenced by that Crown Your Career Promissory Note dated, 20 (the "Promissory Note") in connection with the Crown Your Carer Program] solely on the condition that you be personally obligated and jointly and severally liable with FRANCHISEE (and with all other guarantors of FRANCHISEE, whether such guaranties are entered into prior to or after the date hereof) for the performance of each and every obligation of FRANCHISEE (and its Owners (as defined in the Franchise Agreement)) under the Franchise Agreement, [Lease,][ and Promissory Note**] any amendments or modifications thereto, any extensions or renewals of thereof, and under each and every agreement ancillary thereto that has been, or hereafter may be, entered into by FRANCHISEE with BKC (all such agreements are collectively referred to as the "BKC Agreements").
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 109–124)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Burger King's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the BKC Agreements, under the Guaranty, encompass several agreements between Burger King Company LLC (BKC) and the franchisee. These agreements include the Franchise Agreement, the Lease/Sublease for the Restaurant premises, and the Promissory Note related to the Crown Your Career Program.
The Guarantor is obligated to ensure the franchisee fulfills their obligations under these BKC Agreements. This obligation extends to any amendments, modifications, extensions, or renewals of these agreements, as well as any ancillary agreements entered into by the franchisee with BKC.
For a prospective Burger King franchisee, this means that if a Guaranty is required, the guarantor's liability is broad, covering not only the initial agreements but also any changes or additional agreements made during the franchise term. Therefore, potential franchisees and their guarantors should carefully review all agreements with Burger King and understand the full scope of their obligations and potential liabilities.