For Bw Premier Collection properties, is the use of a management company required, prohibited, or to be determined?

According to the 2025 Bw Premier Collection FDD, the use of a management company for the property's operations is not definitively required or prohibited. Instead, it is "to be determined." The FDD provides options for indicating whether a management company will not be used, will be used, or is yet to be determined.

If a management company is to be used, the FDD requires the franchisee to provide details such as the management company's name, address, phone number, fax number, and email address. Additionally, the franchisee must list all hotels currently owned and/or operated by the management company, including the property name, address, city, and state/province, as well as the position held and the start date (month/year).

This approach allows for flexibility depending on the franchisee's experience and resources. A new franchisee might benefit from the expertise of a management company, while an experienced hotelier may prefer to manage the property directly. The "to be determined" option suggests that Bw Premier Collection assesses each property individually to decide on the best management structure.