Jackson Hewitt Tax Service
Let’s start with the fact that Entrepreneur magazine has ranked Jackson Hewitt® the #1 tax preparation service for the 13th consecutive year and 5th-best franchise to own in its annual Franchise 500 list. In the last five years, the company
- Investment Range: $48,600 - $91,800
- Business Type: Franchise
- Liquid Capital Req: $50,000
- In Business Since : 1960
- Financing: No
- Training & Support: Yes
Open the door to opportunity with the #1 tax preparation franchise

As an entrepreneur, you know you have a variety of franchise opportunities to choose from. So, why should you select a Jackson Hewitt Tax Service® franchise? Let’s start with the fact that Jackson Hewitt has been ranked the #1 tax preparation franchise for the past 14 years in Entrepreneur magazine’s Annual Franchise 500. This prestigious publication also rated Jackson Hewitt the #1 low-cost franchise and the #3 franchise overall in 2007.
Why Jackson Hewitt? Do the math – because everyone pays taxes!
As the tax laws become more complex, the tax preparation industry evolves. According to the IRS, approximately 61% of all tax returns in 2006 were prepared by a paid preparer. It’s difficult for the average taxpayer to keep track of the ever-changing credits and deductions they may qualify for. Perhaps that’s why the paid preparer market has seen continued growth and opportunity as tax law changes drive taxpayers to seek the assistance of trained tax preparers. Jackson Hewitt offers a variety of products and services dedicated to providing customers with choices and convenience. As a franchise owner, you will be able to offer your customers a selection of products and services they can only receive at Jackson Hewitt.
A proven system for running a tax preparation franchise
Our most successful franchise owners take advantage of all we have to offer, including our proprietary interview- and forms-based tax preparation software, ProFiler®; a multi-million-dollar advertising budget; field-based regional support; regional and local marketing programs; relationships with some of the nation’s top retailers; and extensive, hands-on training for owners and their staff.
No prior tax preparation experience required!
Some of our most successful franchise owners are not CPAs. Jackson Hewitt provides expert training in operations, technology, marketing, advertising, public relations, customer service, retail management and more. We’re dedicated to helping our franchisees achieve their business goals. We make sure they’re well prepared to run their business.
After you purchase a Jackson Hewitt franchise, you’ll attend FIT – Franchise Initial Training – a week-long program at our corporate office in New Jersey. But that’s just the beginning. From the moment you secure a location, you and your staff will be trained in all aspects of operating a tax business. Plus, you’ll receive ongoing training at regional workshops conducted several times a year around the country.
Ongoing support for the life of your business
With Jackson Hewitt, you’ll be in business for yourself, not by yourself. You’ll receive constant support from professionals in Operations, Marketing, Business Development, Training, Finance, Retail Management and more.
You may even qualify for capital to help you grow your business!
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