Does the Even Hotels Guarantor acknowledge that using electronic means is optional?
Even_Hotels Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
This Guaranty may, at IHG's option, be executed via electronic signature. In such event, Guarantor acknowledges that conducting this transaction using electronic means is optional and is not a condition to executing this Guaranty. By electronically signing this paragraph, Guarantor agrees to conduct this transaction using electronic means, which includes the transmittal of electronic communications and the execution of the agreement using an electronic signature. Guarantor further agrees that the parties' electronic signatures are valid and create a binding and enforceable agreement. If Guarantor does not agree to conduct the transaction electronically and does not agree to execute the agreement using an electronic signature, Guarantor must promptly notify IHG and IHG will provide Guarantor with a nonelectronic Guaranty.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 99–438)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Even Hotels' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Guarantor acknowledges that using electronic means to execute the Guaranty is optional. IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group), at its option, may have the Guaranty executed via electronic signature. The Guarantor's acknowledgement confirms that participating in the transaction electronically is not mandatory for the Guaranty to be valid.
Should the Guarantor agree to proceed electronically, this includes transmitting electronic communications and using an electronic signature, which both parties agree will be legally binding. If the Guarantor prefers not to conduct the transaction electronically or use an electronic signature, they must inform IHG promptly.
In this case, IHG will provide the Guarantor with a non-electronic version of the Guaranty. This ensures that the Guarantor has the option to complete the agreement through traditional methods if they are not comfortable with electronic signatures or communications.