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Does the Cream Guaranty require the Guarantor to take specific actions?

Cream Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

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ATTACHMENT D TO FRANCHISE AGREEMENT

GUARANTY AND ASSUMPTION OF OBLIGATIONS

THIS GUARANTY AND ASSUMPTION OF OBLIGATIONS is given by each of the undersigned persons indicated below who have executed this Guaranty (each a "Guarantor") to be effective as of the Effective Date of the Agreement (defined below).

In consideration of, and as an inducement to, the execution of that certain Franchise Agreement (the "Agreement") on this date by Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams Franchise, LLC ("us," "we," or "our"), each Guarantor personally and unconditionally (a) guarantees to us and our successors and assigns, for the term of the Agreement and afterward as provided in the Agreement, that ________________________________________ ("Franchise Owner") will punctually pay and perform each and every undertaking, agreement, and covenant set forth in the Agreement and (b) agrees to be personally bound by, and personally liable for the breach of, each and every provision in the Agreement, both monetary obligations and obligations to take or refrain from taking specific actions or to engage or refrain from engaging in specific activities, including the non-competition, confidentiality, and transfer requirements.

Each Guarantor consents and agrees that: (1) Guarantor's direct and immediate liability under this Guaranty will be joint and several, both with Franchise Owner and among other guarantors; (2) Guarantor will render any payment or performance required under the Agreement upon demand if Franchise Owner fails or refuses punctually to do so; (3) this liability will not be contingent or conditioned upon our pursuit of any remedies against Franchise Owner or any other person; (4) this liability will not be diminished, relieved, or otherwise affected by any extension of time, credit, or other indulgence which we may from time to time grant to Franchise Owner or to any other person, including the acceptance of any partial payment or performance or the compromise or release of any claims, or any amendment, waiver or restatement to any terms of the Agreement, none of which will in any way modify or amend this Guaranty, which will be continuing and irrevocable during the term of the Agreement; and (5) at our request, each Guarantor shall present updated financial information to us as reasonably necessary to demonstrate such Guarantor's ability to satisfy the financial obligations of Franchise Owner under the Agreement.

Each Guarantor waives: (i) all rights to payments and claims for reimbursement or subrogation which any Guarantor may have against Franchise Owner arising as a result of the Guarantor's execution of and performance under this Guaranty;

Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 61–192)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

According to Cream's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Guaranty and Assumption of Obligations agreement requires the Guarantor to be bound by the obligations to take or refrain from taking specific actions. Specifically, the Guarantor agrees to be personally bound by, and personally liable for the breach of, each and every provision in the Franchise Agreement. This includes both monetary obligations and obligations to take or refrain from taking specific actions or to engage or refrain from engaging in specific activities, such as non-competition, confidentiality, and transfer requirements.

This means that if the Franchise Owner fails to meet their obligations under the Franchise Agreement, the Guarantor is legally responsible for ensuring those obligations are met. This could involve making payments, adhering to confidentiality clauses, or complying with non-compete agreements. The Guarantor's liability is direct and immediate, and Cream is not required to pursue remedies against the Franchise Owner before seeking fulfillment from the Guarantor.

Furthermore, the Guarantor must provide updated financial information to Cream upon request, demonstrating their ability to satisfy the financial obligations of the Franchise Owner. The Guaranty remains in effect for the term of the Franchise Agreement, and any extensions or modifications to the agreement do not affect the Guarantor's obligations. The Guarantor also consents to jurisdiction and waives certain notices and rights, such as the right to reimbursement from the Franchise Owner. The spouse of the Guarantor may also be required to sign the Guaranty to bind the assets of the marital estate.

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.