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What does the personal guaranty in the Fat Shack Franchise Agreement guarantee to Fat Shack Inc.?

Fat_Shack Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

  • A. In consideration of, and as an inducement to, the execution of the above Franchise Agreement ("Franchise Agreement") by FAT SHACK INC. ("FSI"), each of the undersigned hereby personally and unconditionally:
    1. Guarantees to FSI and its successors and assigns, for the term of the Franchise Agreement, including renewals thereof, that franchisee named on the signature page ("Franchisee") shall punctually pay and perform each and every undertaking, agreement and covenant set forth in the Franchise Agreement; and
    1. Agrees to be personally bound by, and personally liable for the breach of, each and every provision in the Franchise Agreement, including but not limited to, the terms of the articles and sections pertaining to non-competition during and after the term, confidentiality and the Marks and copyrighted works of FSI.
  • B. Each of the undersigned waives the following:
      1. Acceptance and notice of acceptance by FSI of the foregoing undertaking;
    1. Notice of demand for payment of any indebtedness or nonperformance of any obligations hereby guaranteed;
    1. Protest and notice of default to any party with respect to the indebtedness or nonperformance of any obligations hereby guaranteed;
    1. Any right he or she may have to require that any action be brought against Franchisee or any other person as a condition of liability; and
    1. Notice of any amendment, modification, deletion or addition of any term or condition of or to any of the obligations hereby guaranteed.
      1. Notice of any termination as to future liability of any other guarantor.
    1. Any and all other notices and legal or equitable defenses to which he or she may be entitled.
  • C. Each of the undersigned consents and agrees that:
      1. His or her direct and immediate liability under this guaranty will be joint and several;
    1. He or she will render any payment or performance required under the Franchise Agreement upon demand if Franchisee fails or refuses punctually to do so;
    1. His or her liability hereunder will not be contingent or conditioned upon pursuit by FSI of any remedies against Franchisee or any other person; and

Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 53–223)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

According to the 2025 Fat Shack Franchise Disclosure Document, the personal guaranty ensures that the franchisee will fulfill all obligations outlined in the Franchise Agreement. Specifically, the guarantor promises that the franchisee will punctually pay and perform every undertaking, agreement, and covenant detailed in the Franchise Agreement throughout its term, including any renewals. This obligation extends to Fat Shack Inc. (FSI) and its successors or assignees.

Furthermore, the guarantor agrees to be personally bound by and liable for any breaches of the Franchise Agreement's provisions. This includes, but isn't limited to, terms related to non-competition during and after the franchise term, maintaining confidentiality, and protecting Fat Shack's trademarks and copyrighted materials. This means that the guarantor's personal assets are at risk if the Fat Shack franchisee fails to meet these obligations.

The guarantor also waives several rights, including the right to receive notice of acceptance of the guaranty by Fat Shack, demand for payment, or notice of default. They also waive any right to require Fat Shack to first pursue action against the franchisee before seeking recourse from the guarantor. The guarantor consents to joint and several liability, meaning Fat Shack can seek full payment or performance from any guarantor without first pursuing the franchisee. The guarantor's obligations are not contingent on Fat Shack pursuing other remedies against the franchisee.

For prospective Fat Shack franchisees, this means that if the franchise is owned by a business entity, individuals such as shareholders, members, partners, officers, and managers will likely be required to sign a personal guaranty. This guaranty makes them personally responsible for the financial and operational obligations of the franchise, adding a layer of personal risk to the business venture. It is highly recommended that potential franchisees and their guarantors carefully review the Franchise Agreement and the guaranty with legal counsel to fully understand the scope of their obligations and potential liabilities.

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.