About JACKSON HEWITT Franchise
Jackson Hewitt Tax Service® offers franchisees the right to operate a business specializing in comprehensive tax preparation services and a range of other financial and related products.
Franchisees prepare, check, and electronically file income tax returns for a diverse customer base, utilizing Jackson Hewitt's proprietary software, accounting methods, and established operating system.
The brand's appeal lies in its systematic approach to tax services, supported by consistent merchandising
JACKSON HEWITT Franchise Cost & Fees
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $25,000, | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 3% of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 6.5% of Gross Sales | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $14,900 – $43,500 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $15K–$44K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (3%) and marketing fee (6.5% of Gross Sales) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Not applicable Lump sum When you submit Franchisor your application to us Initia | $25,000 | $0 |
| TO BE MADE New Existing Franchisee Franchisee Lease Payments | $4,500 | $4,500 |
| Leasehold | $0 | $5,000 |
| Equipment & Signs | $30,000 | $30,000 |
| opening Insurance | $850 | $850 |
| payments and after opening company or agent Initial Advertising | $5,000 | $5,000 |
| months | $12,000 | $12,000 |
| Miscellaneous | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| N/A N/A N/A Lease Payments | $4,800 | $14,000 |
| Equipment & Signs | $6,000 | $15,000 |
| opening Insurance | $850 | $2,000 |
| Miscellaneous | $750 | $2,500 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $10,000 |
| Technology Fee | 50% |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | Yes |
| Description | We may assist franchisees who meet our qualifications with the financing options described below. Existing Franchisee Financing Program We currently offer financing to qualifying franchisees entering into the Existing Franchisee |
JACKSON HEWITT Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
JACKSON HEWITT Litigation & Risk Flags
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
JACKSON HEWITT System Growth
JACKSON HEWITT currently operates 981 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
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