Financial and real estate services

Jackson Hewitt franchise

Income-tax preparation through branded offices, including locations inside Walmart stores.

Opening investment: $71,050–$105,000

Opening costs and fees

$71,050–$105,000

Opening costs vary by format, location and lease terms.

Website estimate — new opportunity: $71,050–$105,000 total investment; $25,000 initial fee.
Website estimate — existing opportunity: $44,350–$78,000 total investment; $0 initial fee.
Website royalty and marketing rates: Graduated royalty up to 15%; marketing contribution 6.5%–7%.

Running the business

Website-described support: Classroom and webinar training, with marketing and operations support.

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Reporting periods and scope

Opening investment

$71,050–$105,000 total investment; $25,000 initial fee. Undated website estimate, not verified Item 7. Detailed exclusions and working capital remain unreviewed.

Research snapshot: . Sources and methodology

Compare independent startup vs. franchise economics

Compare Jackson Hewitt’s franchise model against starting or buying an independent business in financial services (line-item CapEx, 0%-royalty owner SDE margins & SBA resale multiples):