Are spouses of Dermani Medspa owners required to sign a guarantee and assumption of obligations?
Dermani_Medspa Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
We require that all owners, except those that hold a small ownership interest in the franchises (less than 10%), sign a guarantee and assumption of obligations in the form attached to the Franchise Agreement as Exhibit E. Spouses of owners are not required to sign a guarantee and assumption of obligations.
Source: Item 15 — OBLIGATION TO PARTICIPATE IN THE ACTUAL OPERATION OF THE FRANCHISE BUSINESS (FDD pages 48–50)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Dermani Medspa's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, spouses of owners are not required to sign a guarantee and assumption of obligations. However, all owners, except those that hold a small ownership interest in the franchises (less than 10%), must sign a guarantee and assumption of obligations in the form attached to the Franchise Agreement as Exhibit E.
This means that if you own a Dermani Medspa franchise, you will likely need to sign a guarantee, making you personally liable for the franchise's financial obligations and other commitments outlined in the Franchise Agreement. This is a common practice in franchising, as it provides the franchisor with additional security. The exception is if you hold a small ownership interest (less than 10%), in which case you may not be required to sign a guarantee.
It is important to carefully review Exhibit E of the Franchise Agreement to fully understand the scope of the guarantee and your potential liabilities. Prospective franchisees should consult with a legal and financial advisor to assess the risks and implications of signing a personal guarantee before investing in a Dermani Medspa franchise.