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What monetary obligations must a Camp Margaritaville franchisee satisfy to be eligible for renewal?

Camp_Margaritaville Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

ion 1.02 Initial Term**. The term of this Agreement (the "Initial Term") will commence on the Effective Date and expire without notice on the date which is 20 years after the Opening Date, subject to its earlier termination as set forth in this Agreement.

Section 1.03 Renewal Term and Conditions. The Franchisee may, but is not obligated to, renew this Agreement for 1 additional period of 10 years (the "Renewal Term"; and together with the Initial Term, the "Term"), provided that Franchisee has satisfied each of the following conditions (all of which shall be referred to as the "Renewal Conditions");

  • (a) Franchisee provides Franchisor written notice of its election to renew the Franchise Agreement for the Renewal Term between 12 and 18 months prior to the expiration of this Agreement (the "Renewal Notice");

  • (b) Prior to giving the Renewal Notice and for the remainder of the Initial Term:

    • (i) Franchisee has fully performed all of its obligations under this Agreement;
  • (ii) Franchisee has satisfied all monetary obligations in a timely and responsible manner to Franchisor, its affiliates, subsidiaries, and designees;

  • (iii) Franchisee, its Affiliates, or Guarantors are not in default of this Agreement or any other agreement with Franchisor or its Affiliates and the Resort is in full compliance with the Camp Margaritaville System, the System Standards, and Manual;

  • (iv) Franchisee is not in default of any material obligations or materially delinquent on any undisputed payments due under any agreement with any third party related to the Resort, including without limitation, vendors, suppliers, lessors, or mortgage holders; and

  • (v) Franchisee provides certification of compliance with all conditions precedent to Franchisor with Renewal Notice.

  • (c) Franchisee must not have received more than 2 Notices of Default from Franchisor during the Initial Term;

  • (d) Franchisee meets Franchisor's then-current standards for accepting new franchisees, including without limitation, credit worthiness, access to capital, and criminal history;

  • (e) Franchisee is still the owner of the Site or to the extent the Site is subject to a lease has secured the right to continue operating at the Site for the Renewal Term and provided to Franchisor a copy of any related leasehold documents;

  • (f) If required by Franchisor, Franchisee remodels the Resort to Franchisor's then-current brand image and technological standards for Camp Margaritaville Resorts within 6 months after the expiration of the Initial Term, which may be set forth in a new property improvement plan and/or technology improvement plan. "Remodel" shall mean to refurbish and remodel the Resort, at Franchisee's expense, to conform to the then-current standards for the Camp Margaritaville System, design and decor, fixtures, furnishings, equipment, technology, trade dress, color scheme and presentation of Margaritaville Intellectual Property consistent with the design concepts then in effect for new RV resorts using the Camp Margaritaville System, including, without limitation, such structural changes, remodeling, redecoration and other modifications to existing improvements as Franchisor deems necessary in its commercially reasonable judgment. Maintenance and repair are not, on their own, a Remodel, nor is Franchisee'

Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 72–406)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

According to Camp Margaritaville's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee must meet certain monetary obligations to be eligible for renewal of their franchise agreement. Specifically, the franchisee must have satisfied all monetary obligations to Camp Margaritaville, its affiliates, subsidiaries, and designees in a timely and responsible manner throughout the initial term of the agreement. Additionally, the franchisee must pay a renewal fee of $50,000.

Beyond these explicit monetary requirements, the franchisee must also not be materially delinquent on any undisputed payments due under any agreement with any third party related to the Resort, including vendors, suppliers, lessors, or mortgage holders. This implies that maintaining good financial standing with all relevant parties is crucial for securing a renewal.

Furthermore, the franchisee may be required to remodel the Resort to Camp Margaritaville's then-current brand image and technological standards within 6 months after the expiration of the initial term, at the franchisee's expense, if required by Camp Margaritaville. The new franchise agreement may also include higher and/or different fees. Therefore, a Camp Margaritaville franchisee should be prepared for potentially significant costs associated with remodeling and revised fee structures upon renewal.

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.