Can Mr. Sandless condition consent to a transfer based on the circumstances of the transfer?

According to Mr. Sandless's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Mr. Sandless has the authority to condition or withhold consent to any franchise transfer based on the specific circumstances of the transfer or for any other reason they deem appropriate. This gives Mr. Sandless broad discretion in approving or denying transfer requests.

This condition means that a potential buyer must be acceptable to Mr. Sandless. Mr. Sandless may evaluate various factors related to the transfer, such as the buyer's financial stability, business experience, and overall suitability as a franchisee. This is a fairly standard practice in franchising, as franchisors want to ensure that new franchisees meet their standards and are likely to maintain the brand's reputation and operational consistency.

For a prospective franchisee, this implies that selling their Mr. Sandless franchise is not guaranteed. Even if they find a willing buyer, Mr. Sandless can still reject the transfer if they have concerns about the buyer or the terms of the sale. Therefore, franchisees should maintain a good relationship with Mr. Sandless and ensure any potential buyer is well-qualified and likely to be approved. Franchisees should also be aware that Mr. Sandless's approval of a transfer does not waive any claims Mr. Sandless may have against the selling franchisee.