According to Crave's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Crave's consent to a transfer does not constitute a waiver of any claims Crave may have against the transferring party. Additionally, Crave's consent does not waive its right to demand full compliance with the Franchise Agreement terms by the transferee.

This means that even if Crave approves a transfer of the franchise to a new owner, Crave retains all rights to pursue any existing claims against the original franchisee (the transferring party). This protects Crave's interests in ensuring compliance with the franchise agreement, regardless of ownership changes.

For a prospective franchisee, this clause highlights the importance of fulfilling all obligations under the Franchise Agreement. Even if planning to sell the franchise, any outstanding debts, breaches of contract, or other claims Crave may have will not be forgiven simply because a transfer is approved. The original franchisee remains liable.

This provision is fairly standard in franchising, as franchisors typically want to preserve their legal rights regardless of changes in franchisee ownership. Franchisees should seek legal counsel to fully understand their obligations and potential liabilities when considering a franchise transfer.