Ownership Options

Acquire A Jackson Hewitt Franchise

Are you interested in becoming a Jackson Hewitt franchisee?
 Take these 6 steps:

1. Complete our Online Form 

Our online application form or Request for Consideration (RFC) will give us further insight into your franchise goals, business background and preferred geographic areas of interest. area.




2. Discuss mutual compatibility

We will send you a copy of the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) and an FDD Receipt Acknowledgment Form for you to sign and date.  A Director of Franchise Development will set up a meeting with you to discuss Jackson Hewitt Tax Service® opportunities in your area.



3. Complete a formal application

After you have selected a territory, we will formalize the application and our committee will review the opportunity.



4. Sign a franchise agreement

Once we have qualified you as a Jackson Hewitt franchisee, and you have reviewed the agreement terms, we will finalize the agreement.



5. Attend our Franchise Initial Training

Franchise Initial Training (FIT) will get you ready to open your doors.  

6. Open for business

You will be assigned a Director of Field Operations who will work with you and guide you through the launch of your business. 

Ready to start an income tax preparation franchise business? Apply today!

 When it comes to Jackson Hewitt, there’s so much they put out there for you – education, constant training – anywhere you want to go [with your business] you have support …
– Butch Baker, Franchise Operator, Southfield, MI