In the Spray Net franchise agreement, is a signature from a spouse required?

According to Spray Net's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, if the franchisee is a corporation, limited liability company, or other business entity, then each individual or entity with an ownership interest in the franchisee, as well as their respective spouses, must execute the Personal Guaranty form. If the franchisee is an individual and their spouse has not signed the franchise agreement directly, then the franchisee's spouse must execute the Personal Guaranty form.

This requirement ensures that Spray Net has recourse to the personal assets of both the franchisee and their spouse in the event of financial difficulties or breaches of the franchise agreement. The Personal Guaranty essentially makes the spouse a guarantor of the franchisee's obligations under the agreement.

For a prospective Spray Net franchisee, this means that if you are married and operating under a business entity or as an individual where you are the sole signatory, your spouse will also need to sign the Personal Guaranty. This is a significant legal obligation, as it could expose the spouse's personal assets to risk if the franchise fails or if the franchisee does not meet their financial obligations to Spray Net. It is important for both the franchisee and their spouse to fully understand the implications of the Personal Guaranty before signing the franchise agreement.