A guaranty agreement is a legal document signed by a franchisee or another party (often a business partner or investor) to personally guarantee the financial obligations of the franchise. This means that if the franchise entity fails to meet its contractual duties, the individual guarantor can be held responsible. Guaranty agreements are commonly required by franchisors and landlords, especially when the franchisee is operating under an LLC or corporation. Reviewing and understanding this agreement is important, as it carries personal financial risk.