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What is the nature of the Guarantor's guarantee to Hyatt under the Caption By Hyatt agreement?

Caption_By_Hyatt Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

WHEREAS, as a condition to entering into the Franchise Agreement, Hyatt has required that Guarantor guarantee the payment and performance of the Guaranteed Obligations (as defined herein), subject to the terms of this Guaranty.

NOW, THEREFORE, as a material inducement to Hyatt entering into the Franchise Agreement, and for other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, Guarantor hereby does irrevocably and unconditionally warrant and represent unto and covenant as follows:

    1. Recitals; Defined Terms. The recitals above are a part of this Guaranty, form a basis for this Guaranty, and shall be considered prima facie evidence of the facts and documents referred to therein. Defined terms used but not defined herein shall have the meanings ascribed to them in the Franchise Agreement.
    1. Guaranty. Guarantor hereby irrevocably and unconditionally personally guarantees to Hyatt and its successors and assigns Franchisee's punctual payment and performance of, and agrees to be personally bound by and personally liable for the breach of, each and every Guaranteed Obligation. Guarantor hereby irrevocably and unconditionally covenants and agrees that it is liable for the Guaranteed Obligations as a primary obligor.
    1. Guaranteed Obligations. As used herein, the term "Guaranteed Obligations" means (i) Franchisee's payment in full of all of Franchisee's monetary obligations including but


  1. Nature of Guaranty. Guarantor consents and agrees that: (1) the representations, warranties, agreements, liabilities, and obligations of Guarantor set forth in this Guaranty shall apply to each of the undersigned parties in its individual capacity; (2) notwithstanding the foregoing, each of the undersigned's direct and immediate liability under this Guaranty will be

joint and several, both with Franchisee and among the other parties (if any) comprising Guarantor; (3) Guarantor will render any payment or performance required under the Franchise Agreement upon demand if Franchisee fails or refuses punctually to do so; (4) this liability will not be contingent or conditioned upon Hyatt's pursuit of any remedies against Franchisee or any other person or entity; (5) this liability will not be diminished, relieved, or otherwise affected by any extension of time, credit, or other indulgence that Hyatt may from time to time grant to Franchisee or any other person or entity, including, without limitation, the acceptance of any partial payment or performance or the compromise or release of any claims (including the release of other guarantors), none of which will in any way modify or amend this Guaranty, which will be continuing and irrevocable during and after the term of the Franchise Agreement (including extensions) for so long as any performance is or might be owed under the Franchise Agreement by Franchisee or any of its guarantors and for so long as Hyatt has any cause of action against Franchisee or any of its guarantors; and (6) this Guaranty will continue in full force and effect for (and as to) any extension or modification of the Franchise Agreement and despite the transfer of any direct or indirect interest in the Franchise Agreement or Franchisee, and Guarantor waives notice of any and all renewals, extensions, modifications, amendments, or transfers.

6. Waivers.

(a) Guarantor hereby waives: (i) all rights to payments and claims for reimbursement or subrogation that Guarantor may have against Franchisee arising as a result of the undersigned's execution of and performance under this Guaranty, for the express purpose that none of the undersigned shall be deemed a "creditor" of Franchisee under any applicable bankruptcy law with respect to Franchisee's obligations to Hyatt; (ii) all rights to require Hyatt to proceed against Franchisee for any payment required under the Franchise Agreement, proceed against or exhaust any security from Franchisee, take any action to assist any of the undersigned in seeking reimbursement or subrogation in connection with this Guaranty or pursue, enforce or exhaust any remedy, including any legal or equitable relief, against Franchisee; (iii) any benefit of, any right to participate in, any security now or hereafter held by Hyatt; and (iv) acceptance and notice of acceptance by Hyatt of Guarantor's undertakings under this Guaranty, all presentments, demands and notices of demand for payment of any indebtedness or non-performance of any obligations hereby guaranteed, protest, notices of dishonor, notices of default to any party with respect to the indebtedness or nonperformance of any obligations hereby guaranteed (except as otherwise expressly provided herein or in the Franchise Agreement), and any other notices and legal or equitable defenses to which Guarantor may be entitled.

Hyatt shall have no present or future duty or obligation to the undersigned under this Guaranty, and each of the undersigned waives any right to claim or assert any such duty or obligation, to discover or disclose to the undersigned any information, financial or otherwise, concerning Franchisee, any other guarantor, or any collateral securing any obligations of Franchisee to Hyatt.

  • (i) any increase, modification, alteration or rearrangement of all or any part of the Guaranteed Obligations, the Franchise Agreement or any other document, instrument, contract or understanding between Franchisee and Hyatt or any other parties pertaining to the Guaranteed Obligations, or any failure of Hyatt to notify Guarantor of any such action.

  • (ii) any adjustment, indulgence, forbearance or compromise that might be granted or given by Hyatt to Franchisee or Guarantor.

  • (iii) the insolvency, bankruptcy, arrangement, adjustment, composition, liquidation, disability, dissolution or lack of power of Franchisee, Guarantor or any other party at any time liable for the payment or performance of all or part of the Guaranteed Obligations; or any dissolution of Franchisee or Guarantor, or any sale, lease or transfer of any or all of the assets of Franchisee or Guarantor, or any changes in the direct or indirect owners of Franchisee or Guarantor; or any reorganization of Franchisee or Guarantor.

Source: Item 22 — Contracts (FDD page 85)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

According to the 2025 Caption By Hyatt Franchise Disclosure Document, the Guarantor's guarantee to Hyatt is irrevocable and unconditional, ensuring the franchisee's punctual payment and performance of all guaranteed obligations. The guarantor is considered a primary obligor, directly liable for these obligations. This means Hyatt can seek payment or performance directly from the guarantor without first pursuing the franchisee. The guarantee applies individually to each party comprising the guarantor, with liability being joint and several among them and with the franchisee.

The guarantor's obligations are not contingent on Hyatt pursuing remedies against the franchisee or any other party. The liability remains unaffected by any extensions of time, credit, or other allowances Hyatt may grant to the franchisee. The guarantee remains in effect during and after the term of the Franchise Agreement, including any extensions, as long as any performance is owed or any cause of action exists against the franchisee or its guarantors. The guarantor also waives notice of any renewals, extensions, modifications, amendments, or transfers related to the Franchise Agreement.

The guarantor also waives rights to payments, claims for reimbursement or subrogation against the franchisee, ensuring they are not considered a creditor of the franchisee under bankruptcy law. They relinquish rights to require Hyatt to proceed against or exhaust security from the franchisee, or to take action to assist in seeking reimbursement or subrogation. The guarantor also waives any benefit of or right to participate in any security held by Hyatt. Additionally, the guarantor waives acceptance and notice of acceptance by Hyatt, presentments, demands, notices of demand for payment, protest, notices of dishonor, and other notices and defenses.

Caption By Hyatt has no duty to disclose information, financial or otherwise, concerning the franchisee, any other guarantor, or any collateral securing the franchisee's obligations. The guarantor also consents to any increase, modification, alteration, or rearrangement of the guaranteed obligations or the Franchise Agreement, and any adjustment, indulgence, forbearance, or compromise granted by Hyatt to the franchisee or guarantor. The guarantee remains valid despite the insolvency, bankruptcy, or dissolution of the franchisee or guarantor, or any changes in their ownership or assets.

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.