Find the perfect franchise for you

Take our tailored quiz to unlock a customized list of franchise opportunities right in your area.

Navigate quickly

H&R Block Tax Services

H&R Block is a leading tax service provider that employs 100,000 tax professionals and has prepared over 500 million tax returns throughout its years of operation. Tax preparation is a stressful activity for many, so H&R Block is there to offer assistance. Whether customers prefer face-to-face help with preparation, a second pair of eyes to check over returns they have done themselves, or just online software to make self-preparation even easier, H&R Block has all options available. H&R Block gives its customers a maximum refund guarantee and free audit support should the IRS have follow up questions.

Facts & figures
Liquid capital required
$2,500
Investment
$31,505 - $149,200
Franchise fee
$2,500
Units in operation
4,017

Currently, opportunities are available to open new H&R; Block franchises or purchase existing franchises from other owners. For potential franchisees who need such help, H&R; Block does offer financing assistance through a Franchise Equity Line of Credit. Franchisees go through a training program and receive continued support from the corporate offices to ensure continued success.

H&R; Block Franchise Opportunities - History

In 1955, a pair of brothers, Henry and Richard Bloch, founded their business in Kansas City. They changed the name from Bloch to Block to avoid the company being mispronounced as “blotch”. The business has expanded over the years to over 11,000 locations across the United States.

H&R; Block Franchise Cost / Initial Investment / H&R; Block

Franchise Income

H&R; Block does not have an initial franchisee fee aside from a refundable $2,500 security deposit. Franchisees do need to fund opening a new tax office (lease, equipment, and furniture), however. The total franchise investment amount is estimated at somewhere between $31,505 and $149,200.

H&R; Block Business Opportunities: Other Information

One in seven Americans have their taxes prepared with H&R; Block. The majority of Americans live within five miles of an H&R; Block office. H&R; Block was recognized frequently in Entrepreneur’s 2012 Franchise 500 rankings: #1 tax service company, #1 low cost franchise, #5 fastest growing franchise, and #8 franchise in America.

Connect With Us

Similar Franchises

Intelligent Office
Intelligent Office

Intelligent Office is the premier office services solution for small businesses, providing flexible office spaces, virtual assistants, virtual addresses, phone answering services, and modern meeting rooms equipped with cutting-edge technology. As a franchise owner, you'll benefit from a scalable business-to-business model that provides multiple, recurring revenue streams with minimal staffing requirements. This business model supports an Owner/Operator or semi-absentee structure that is adaptable to various market locations.

$175,000

Liquid capital required

Roof Maxx
Roof Maxx

Roof Maxx is a roofing rejuvenation company that provides a safe, easy, proven and affordable alternative to a complicated, expensive and life-disrupting asphalt roof replacement. Roof Maxx offers a variety of marketing and business support programs for dealers, including delivery of leads directly to your inbox.

$65,000

Liquid capital required

Truly Nolen
Truly Nolen

Truly Nolen is a trusted leader in the pest management industry focusing on integrated pest management and environmentally friendly practices. They offer a comprehensive range of residential and commercial pest, termite, rodent, mosquito, and bed bug control services (multiple streams of revenue). The company's franchise model works best with the Owner/Operator but does welcome semi-absentee, and absentee Owners. A pest control business license is needed and requirements vary by state (assistance with acquiring license is provided). Their model also strongly emphasizes training, support, and community engagement.

$50,000

Liquid capital required

Check out our resources

Blog articles

Explore articles on franchise opportunities, industry trends, and success stories.

Industry reports

Explore reports on the latest trends in the franchising industry.

In the news

See what the media is saying about us and the franchise industry.

Disclosure documents

Find essential legal documents for evaluating franchises.

Franchise calculator

Use our tool to estimate the costs and benefits of franchises.

Is this your franchise?

Unlock your page now! Update your franchise details and connect with prospective franchisees.