Jackson Hewitt Tax Service

Franchise Overview

Jackson Hewitt Tax Service operates a nationwide network of professional tax preparation offices, providing individual and family tax filing services through both standalone storefronts and retail partner locations such as Walmart, at competitive, transparent pricing.

Key Highlights

One of the lowest startup costs available in the tax preparation industry
Flexible location model spanning standalone storefronts and high-traffic Walmart placements
Comprehensive training covering tax law, software, and customer service best practices
Additional services like refund advance loans and amended returns maximize customer value

Jackson Hewitt is well-suited for entrepreneurs seeking an accessible entry point into a seasonally focused, community-trusted service business with strong brand recognition among everyday taxpayers.

Just the Facts

For most current information, see Franchise Disclosure Documents

In Business Since1986

Number of Units6,600

Min Liquid Capital—

Required Networth—

$$$Total InvestmentN/A

Jackson Hewitt Tax Service Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDD)

These official Jackson Hewitt Tax Service FDDs contain 23 sections of federally mandated disclosures such as franchisee obligations, franchisor litigation, and financial performance. FDD's are typically 100+ pages long and are critical to evaluate when researching a franchise.

Available Documents

Jackson Hewitt Tax Service FDD 2025

August 2025

$99.00

Jackson Hewitt Tax Service FDD 2024

August 2024

$99.00

Jackson Hewitt Tax Service FDD 2023

October 2023

$99.00

Jackson Hewitt Tax Service FDD 2022

September 2022

$99.00

Jackson Hewitt Tax Service FDD 2021

August 2021

$99.00

Jackson Hewitt Tax Service FDD 2020

July 2020

$99.00

Jackson Hewitt Tax Service FDD 2019

August 2019

$99.00

Jackson Hewitt Tax Service FDD 2018

July 2018

$99.00

Jackson Hewitt Tax Service FDD 2017

July 2017

$99.00

Jackson Hewitt Tax Service FDD 2016

August 2016

$99.00

Jackson Hewitt Tax Service FDD 2015

July 2015

$99.00

Note: Purchased FDDs are available for immediate download. The $99 Document Processing Fee covers acquisition, storage, organization, and digital delivery of the FDD document.

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