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Your Financial Services Franchise News SourceFranchise News Watch brings you the latest in financial services franchising news from around the web. As a news aggregator for the financial services franchise industry, Franchise News Watch streams the latest ground breaking franchise articles, features, guides, blogs, news and more directly to your desktop.  Financial Services Franchise NewsH&R Block Answers Four Essential Tax Questions for First-Time FilersMany first-time filers have been dependents on someone else's return for close to two decades, but circumstances now dictate they are required to file a tax return. Jackson Hewitt® Tax Tips: Choosing the Right Tax PreparerApproximately 60 percent of taxpayers will opt to use paid, professional tax preparers to file their 2011 income tax returns. Sears and H&R Block® Offer New Tax Preparation Options and Savings Through Tax Season"Tax Day" is April 17 this year, and it is one of the nation's most recognized deadlines. Even so, it can sneak up on many Americans causing unnecessary stress. H&R Block Goes Mobile With Free Federal 1040EZ and State Tax Prep New Mobile Filing App Features Free Offer Through Feb. 29H&R Block (NYSE: HRB) today launched its new tax preparation filing app for the iPhone and Android smartphones with a great offer for tax filers this season. Increased Demand For Factoring Services Drives Record-Setting Year For Liquid Capital2011 was a record-setting year for Liquid Capital, which saw a dramatic increase in factoring volume in both its U.S. and Canadian markets. BookKeeping Express Announces New Executive Level Hire for National Franchise Advisor PositionBookKeeping Express, the nation’s only franchise focused solely on offering certified bookkeeping services, announced today the appointment of Rocco Rinaldi as National Franchise Advisor. H&R Block Announces Dates for Reporting Interim Tax Return VolumeH&R Block Inc. (NYSE: HRB) today announced its schedule for reporting interim tax return volume for the 2012 tax season now under way.
Think Teens Need to Learn a Thing or Two About Money?H&R Block (NYSE: HRB) offers personal finance curriculum to high schools through H&R Block Dollars & Sense and is accepting applications through February from interested teachers.
H&R Block to Give Away One $100,000 Refund Prize and Daily Cash Prizes to Lucky Do-It-Yourself FilersWho doesn't like a big refund? This tax season, doing your taxes can be even more rewarding when H&R Block (NYSE: HRB) makes one lucky taxpayer's year with a $100,000 Refund Giveaway. Jackson Hewitt(R) Reminds Taxpayers That Up to $5,751 Refundable Tax Credit Available Through the Earned Income Tax CreditWith the 2012 tax season now underway, Jackson Hewitt Tax Service(R) is urging taxpayers to learn about an important tax credit and see if they qualify.
H&R Block Offers Free Federal 1040EZ Preparation in Variety of WaysToday the IRS officially accepts electronically filed 2011 tax returns and H&R Block (NYSE: HRB) is providing its expertise to taxpayers with a simple return by offering free preparation of federal 1040EZ tax returns through Feb. 29. H&R Block Launches One-of-a-Kind Tax Preparation Solution: Block LiveH&R Block (NYSE: HRB) launched a brand new service, Block Live(SM), which allows taxpayers to have their tax return prepared by an H&R Block tax professional in real time via online video conference or chat. Jackson Hewitt(R) Launches Digital Dance-Off Facebook Game and SweepstakesTo continue the momentum of its new ‘Jackson Hewitt’s How You Do It!SM’campaign, Jackson Hewitt, the nation’s largest privately held tax preparation firm, has launched the Digital Dance-Off game and sweepstakes*. Padgett Business Services Joins Frantopia As Business PartnerFranchise Business Review announced today that Padgett Business Services, which offers financial services to small businesses, has become a business partner and content expert for Frantopia, FBR’s social networking and business resources site. Jackson Hewitt(R) Launches New Free Mobile AppJackson Hewitt Tax Service Inc., the nation's largest privately held tax preparation firm, has announced the launching of a new, feature rich mobile app, which is free for both iPhone and Android smartphones, and available for download at both the Apple.. H&R Block Shows Taxpayers How to Save Money and Time With Eight TipsEvery year, taxpayers forfeit more than one billion dollars of their money to the government.
Jackson Hewitt(R) Opens Doors for 2012 Tax SeasonJackson Hewitt Tax Service®, the nation's largest privately held tax preparation firm, heralds the start of the 2012 tax season today by opening the doors to thousands of neighborhood office and Walmart kiosk locations throughout the country. Jackson Hewitt(R) Launches New Advertising Campaign Celebrating Tax Refund JoyToday, Jackson Hewitt Tax Service Inc. launched a fully integrated national advertising campaign to open the 2012 tax season. H&R Block Names Tom Gerke as Top Legal CounselH&R Block (NYSE: HRB) announced today it has appointed Tom Gerke as senior vice president and general counsel. In this role he will oversee H&R Block's legal strategy and activities. H&R Block Kicks Off Tax Season 2012New offices. New products. New services. It's a new year and H&R Block (NYSE: HRB), the world's largest tax preparation company, is opening all of its offices Jan. 3 to begin serving clients. BookKeeping Express Ranked Among the Franchise Elite in Entrepreneur’s Prestigious 33rd Annual Franchise 500BookKeeping Express was ranked 405 in Entrepreneur’s 33rd Annual “Franchise 500,” the world’s most comprehensive franchise ranking after only its second year of franchising. J.D. Byrider Opens Second Houston LocationHouston-area residents have another option for purchasing used cars now that a new J.D. Byrider location is open at 11222 Southwest Freeway. FocalPoint Business Coaching Joins Frantopia as Business PartnerFranchise Business Review, the premier market research firm for the franchise industry, announced today that FocalPoint Business Coaching has become a business partner and content expert for Frantopia, FBR's social networking and business resources site. H&R Block Launches New Suite of Digital Tax Filing SolutionsToday H&R Block (NYSE: HRB) announced the launch of its digital tax filing solutions to help taxpayers file their 2011 returns anywhere and anyway they choose. H&R Block Holds Investor ConferenceH&R Block, Inc. (NYSE: HRB) held its investor conference in New York City yesterday. H&R Block's senior leaders outlined the company's growth strategies and outlook for fiscal year 2012 and beyond.
H&R Block Announces 33% Dividend IncreaseH&R Block, Inc. (NYSE: HRB) announced today that its Board of Directors has increased the annual cash dividend on the company's common shares by 33 percent to $0.80 cents per share from $0.60 per share. H&R Block to Hold Investor Conference TodayH&R Block, Inc. (NYSE: HRB) will hold its investor conference today in New York City. The company's senior leaders will outline its growth strategies and outlook for fiscal 2012 and beyond. Jackson Hewitt(R) to Operate in 2,800 Walmart U.S. Store LocationsJackson Hewitt Tax Service Inc., the nation's second largest tax preparation firm, today announced that it will operate in approximately 2,800 Walmart U.S. stores in the upcoming 2012 tax season.
Karen Jerome, CMA Prepares for the Upcoming Tax SeasonKaren Jerome, of Padgett Business Services serving the Ottawa west area, recently attended a Tax Seminar in Toronto, ON. This three-day educational seminar, sponsored by Padgett Business Services corporate headquarters, is designed to prepare franchise... H&R Block Reports Fiscal 2012 Second Quarter Results; Closes Sale of RSM McGladreyH&R Block, Inc. (NYSE: HRB) today reported a GAAP net loss from continuing operations for the fiscal second quarter ended Oct. 31, 2011, of $123.0 million, or $0.41 per share, compared to a net loss of $111.4 million, or $0.36 per share in the prior year. American Red Cross Recognizes H&R Block for Annual Disaster GivingEvery year, disaster strikes thousands of communities nationwide. With 11,000 offices across the country, many of those communities include H&R Block (NYSE: HRB) clients and associates
Use Standard End-of-Year Tips to Decrease 2011 Tax BillCompared to this time last year, discussion about immediate changes for individual income taxes is pretty quiet. No uproar this year over the Bush tax cuts ending makes end-of-year tax planning a little easier. J.D. Byrider Names Award Winners at Annual ConventionLeading franchised used car and finance company J.D. Byrider recognized winners of the company's annual awards at its November convention in Rancho Palos Verdes, Calif.
Jackson Hewitt(R) Offers Helpful Tips for Charitable Giving This Holiday Season'Tis the season for giving to family, friends, loved ones and especially those in need. Update: H&R Block Names Susan Ehrlich as Financial Services Leader Ehrlich to Oversee H&R Block Bank, Other Financial Service OfferingsH&R Block (NYSE: HRB) announced today it has appointed Susan Ehrlich as president, financial services, effective Nov. 21. In this role she will oversee the H&R Block Bank strategy and several other financial service offerings, including the Emerald Card. H&R Block to Hold Investor Conference on December 8H&R Block Inc. (NYSE: HRB) will hold its investor conference in New York City at 8:15 a.m. EST on Thursday, December 8. H&R Block's senior leaders will outline the company's growth strategies and outlook. H&R Block Names Susan Ehrlich as Financial Services LeaderH&R Block (NYSE: HRB) announced today it has appointed Susan Ehrlich as president, financial services, effective Nov. 21.
H&R Block to Report Second Quarter Results on December 1H&R Block Inc. (NYSE: HRB) will report fiscal 2012 second quarter results on Thursday, Dec. 1, after the New York Stock Exchange market close. At that time, a copy of the press release will be available on the company's investor relations Web site at...
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Features & Special ReportsCreating a Cost-Effective Lead Generation StrategyFor many franchisors, the traditional advertising vehicles - portals, print advertising, PR, and broker networks - do not appear to be working as effectively as they were five years ago. New Highlights from the 2012 AFDRIn the previous two issues of FUSR, we published (1) a high-level overview of the 2012 Annual Franchise Development Report (AFDR), followed by (2) a selection of highlights from the report. Finding Your Optimal Buyer: Sellers Must Learn To Look Beyond PriceWhen sellers are contemplating a decision regarding the sale of their business, they overwhelmingly select the bidder with the highest price, only to find afterward that this might not have been the best decision for their circumstances. The Four Steps to Lead Generation Success, Part 4: Wow 'Em!This fourth installment builds on those ideas, showing how you can "wow" your candidates and the importance of how you present your concept to them. The Winner's Column - February 2012As savvy franchise companies continue to flourish in a volatile economy, FUSR continues to bring you good news each month, highlighting brands that are adding units, increasing comp store sales, striking deals with investors, innovating, and continuing to grow, whether domestically or overseas. Jim Collins to Keynote 2012 Multi-Unit Franchising ConferenceMulti-Unit Franchisee Magazine announced today that Jim Collins, business expert and best-selling author, will deliver the opening keynote address at the 2012 Multi-Unit Franchising Conference (MUFC). Growing Up Franchising: Sam Covelli Develops Both His Brands And EmployeesSam Covelli says he grew up in the restaurant business working in his father's McDonald's. Under his father's leadership, Covelli Enterprises eventually grew to 26 locations, one of the largest McDonald's franchisees in the country. Members Only: Ray Harrigill Builds A Successful Membership-Based Business ModelRay Harrigill believes in diversification. His Sunray Companies has restaurants (Bumpers Drive-In), tanning salons (Palm Beach Tan), fitness centers (Koko FitClub), and hotel properties (Hampton Inn), to name a few. That's because of lessons he's learned along the way. Creating Jobs: Zane Tankel Is Taking Matters Into His Own HandsZane Tankel is not waiting on any government job programs to help his business. CMO Roundtable - Using Profiling to Retain More CustomersWhat are some fresh, innovative ways you are using profiling, targeting,<br /> and loyalty programs to acquire and retain more customers? 
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