Under what conditions can Expense Reduction Analysts perform actions that the franchisee is required to do?

According to Expense Reduction Analysts' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, if a franchisee fails to meet the Minimum Performance Standards, Expense Reduction Analysts reserves the right, but not the obligation, to grant the franchisee the right to cure this default. This can be done by providing the franchisee with the option of complying with either Expense Reduction Analysts' then-current performance improvement program, if any, or a special program developed by Expense Reduction Analysts.

This means that Expense Reduction Analysts has the discretion to step in and offer support to help a struggling franchisee improve their performance, rather than immediately terminating the agreement. The franchisee would then have the option to participate in a performance improvement program to address the deficiencies.

It is important to note that Expense Reduction Analysts is not obligated to offer this option. The decision to provide a cure period or implement a performance improvement program is at Expense Reduction Analysts' discretion. This clause provides Expense Reduction Analysts with flexibility in handling underperforming franchisees, allowing them to choose the most appropriate course of action based on the specific circumstances.