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Your Financial Services Franchise General Announcement News SourceFranchise News Watch brings you the latest in financial services franchising general announcement 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 General Announcement NewsBookKeeping Express Levels the Playing Field for U.S. Business OwnersIt's the cry heard around the country every day: "There just isn't enough time to get everything done!" A Federal Government Shutdown Doesn't Mean an Extension to File Your TaxesMore than 35 million taxpayers wait until the last minute to file their tax returns. But a potential federal government shutdown won't give these last-minute filers a reprieve. The tax filing deadline of Monday, April 18 remains firm for e-filed and maile ACE Cash Express and NetSpend Support National Breast Cancer Foundation With $522,643 DonationACE Cash Express, Inc., a leading retailer of financial services, and NetSpend Holdings, Inc, (Nasdaq: NTSP) a leading provider of general-purpose reloadable prepaid debit cards, announced a donation of $522,643 to the National Breast Cancer Foundation in H&R Block Announces Dates for Reporting Tax Season ResultsH&R Block Inc. (NYSE: HRB) today announced its schedule for releasing interim results for the 2011 tax season now under way. The first report of interim tax season results through Feb. 15 will be released on Wednesday, Feb. 23, after the New York Stoc Jackson Hewitt(R) Launches MyTaxManager, One-Stop Online Resource for Managing Vital Tax InformationAs Americans look for free and convenient ways to store and streamline tax information online, Jackson Hewitt Tax Service® is rolling out a robust new consumer resource right in time for the upcoming tax season. Unique to the tax industry, MyTaxManage Download a Full Suite of Tax Resources With H&R Block's AppThe free H&R Block Tax Central App is now available in the iTunes Store and on the Android Market with features to help taxpayers year-round. The comprehensive app answers popular tax questions, has a tax refund estimator and a customized tax informat H&R Block Proves Taxpayers Should 'Never Settle For Less'H&R Block (NYSE: HRB) set out to prove in its 2011 testimonial ad campaign that if you're not using H&R Block for tax preparation, you're probably leaving money on the table. Jackson Hewitt(R) Helps Taxpayers with Tax Tips Video Series on YouTube and MyTaxManagerThe start of the tax season is here and the general public still has a variety of questions about tax laws and filing 2010 taxes. To help answer some of these questions in an effort to alleviate lingering confusion, Jackson Hewitt Tax Service Inc. today s Research Shows January Is Tax Time for Many Americans Volume of refunds peaks during FebruaryIt's tax time. And for many Americans, it's the biggest payday of the year. Know Before You File: 11 Tips to Save Taxpayers Time, MoneyLate passage of tax legislation and delayed processing of some tax forms may make taxpayers wonder how this tax season will differ from last season. As the IRS prepares to accept e-filed returns Jan. 14, H&R Block is taking the guesswork out of tax se ACE Cash Express Supports Junior Achievement with $25,000 DonationACE Cash Express, Inc., a leading retailer of financial services, announced a donation of $25,000 to Junior Achievement in support of its mission to educate and inspire young people to succeed in the global economy. Jackson Hewitt(R) Celebrates Start of 2011 Tax Season with Opening of Thousands of Offices NationwideWith tax season here, Jackson Hewitt Tax Service® is kicking off the season by opening thousands of offices today. As part of a season opening celebration, Jackson Hewitt offices will feature open houses for consumers to visit and speak with preparers See more news releases in: Banking & Financial Services, Personnel AnnouncementsJackson Hewitt Tax Service Inc. ("Jackson Hewitt") (NYSE: JTX) announced today that Philip H. Sanford, currently the Company's Executive Vice President of Strategy and Performance Measurement, has been named President and Chief Executive Officer, effectiv ACE Cash Express Donates $419,743 to March of DimesACE Cash Express, Inc., a leading retailer of financial services, announced a donation of $419,743 to the March of Dimes in support of programs to improve the health of all babies. Jackson Hewitt To Operate in Over 2,000 Walmart Stores in 2011 Tax SeasonJackson Hewitt Tax Service Inc. ("Jackson Hewitt") (NYSE: JTX) announced today that it will be operating in over 2,000 Walmart stores nationwide in the 2011 tax season. In the 2010 tax season, the first year of its exclusive national arrangement with Wal The Growth Coach Franchise Names Greg Scheingold PresidentThe Growth Coach, a national franchise of small business coaches with a presence in more than 140 markets, is implementing a series of changes to the franchise systemâEUR s corporate leadership team that will position it well for continued growth an ACE Cash Express Provides More Than 17,000 Meals This Holiday SeasonACE Cash Express, Inc., a leading retailer of financial services, announced a donation of $3,803 to the North Texas Food Bank and a donation of 1,710 pounds in support of its mission to Close the Gap by uniting the community to provide 50 million meals by
Jackson Hewitt's New Online Discount Shopping Network Offers Deals With Leading Retailers and Chance to Win $10,000With Americans in the midst of the holiday season with a few short weeks to go, they now have a new discount shopping option from an unexpected source. Jackson Hewitt Tax Service® has introduced an online Discount Shopping Network with year round acce Only H&R Block At Home Provides Free Audit AssistanceH&R Block At Home is the only digital tax preparation solution providing free tax audit support. This includes one-on-one guidance and representation before the IRS in all products -- even for the free online option. Take Healthy, Wealthy, Wise Actions Now to Decrease 2010 Tax BillWith uncertainty looming around the alternative minimum tax patch and the Bush tax cuts scheduled to expire Dec. 31, many taxpayers wonder if their paychecks will be smaller next year. To help taxpayers ease the possible pinch, H&R Block suggests acti Jackson Hewitt(R) Entities to Hire More Than 32,000 Tax Preparers Across U.S. for Upcoming Tax SeasonGiven all of the recent changes in the tax code – as well as the many key provisions still up in the air – taxpayers are likely to have numerous questions about filing a 2010 tax return early next year. According to the IRS, 60 percent of Amer The Growth Coach of Memphis Recognized for Advanced GrowthNatasha Bowen, owner of The Growth Coach in Memphis, was recently honored as the recipient of the 2010 Best New Market Award by The Growth Coach, a North American franchise system of small business coaches in more than 140 markets. The Growth Coach of Omaha Recognized as System-Wide PioneerMark Eldridge, owner of The Growth Coach in Omaha, was recently honored as the recipient of the 2010 System Innovator Award by The Growth Coach, a North American franchise system of small business coaches in more than 140 markets. The Number of Women Business Coaches is on the RiseWomen own an estimated 10 million businesses and as this number continues to grow, the demand for female business coaches is also increasing.
Roni Deutch Tax Center Breaks the Ice with the NHLRoni Deutch Tax Center, the nation's premier tax preparation franchise company, announced a partnership with the New York Islanders, a National Hockey League Member Club based in Long Island, NY. The partnership is the first that Roni Deutch Tax Center ha Jackson Hewitt(R) Reminds Taxpayers That Big Life Changes Equal Big Tax SavingsWith 2010 quickly coming to a close, Jackson Hewitt Tax Service® encourages taxpayers to review the major life events that took place over the past twelve months with an eye toward possible tax implications. Big life changes often mean big tax changes H&R Block Announces Quarterly Cash DividendThe Board of Directors of H&R Block Inc. (NYSE: HRB) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of 15 cents per share, payable Jan. 3, 2011, to shareholders of record Dec. 13, 2010. Jackson Hewitt to Report Fiscal 2011 Second Quarter Results on December 10, 2010Jackson Hewitt Tax Service Inc. ("Jackson Hewitt") (NYSE: JTX) announced today that it will report its fiscal 2011 second quarter results prior to the opening of trading on the New York Stock Exchange on Friday, December 10, 2010. Harry W. Buckley, presid BookKeeping Express 'Balances' Toms River's Small Businesses' Need for Certified Services with Grand Opening of First Area OfficeBookKeeping Express (BKE), the first U.S. franchise focused solely on outsourced accounting services, announced today the opening of its first office in Central Jersey, which will serve businesses throughout the coastal regions of Ocean, Monmouth and Midd The Growth Coach of Baltimore Bestowed With Prestigious System-Wide AwardSusan Katz, owner of The Growth Coach in Baltimore, was recently honored as the recipient of the 2010 Coach of the Year Award by The Growth Coach, a North American franchise system of small business coaches in more than 140 markets. The Growth Coach(R) New Sales Mastery Program a Game Changer for Sales TeamsWith the economy continuing to impact company budgets and spending, salespeople across the country trying to sell their products and services are experiencing real resistance and a plateau in their sales results. In an effort to help salespeople reclaim t The Growth Coach(R) Location Breathing New Life into Berks, Chester and Montgomery County Businesses in Tough EconomyWith thousands of small business owners and self-employed professionals across Becks, Chester and Montgomery County needing guidance to succeed in today's increasingly unstable economy, The Growth Coach of Becks, Chester and Montgomery Counties is coachin Franchise Consulting - A Recession-Proof Business That Thrives in Any EconomyDespite the fact that the country continues to be mired in an economic downturn, Franchise Alliance founder and president, Dan Prechtel, finds himself in the enviable position of operating a business that continues to thrive. BookKeeping Express 'Balances' Westchester's Small Businesses' Need for Certified Services with Grand Opening of First Area OfficeBookKeeping Express (BKE), the first U.S. franchise focused solely on outsourced accounting services, announced today the opening of its first office in Northeastern Illinois, which will serve businesses throughout Chicago's western suburbs in Cook and Du H&R Block to Release Fiscal 2011 Second Quarter Results on Dec. 7H&R Block Inc. (NYSE: HRB) will report fiscal 2011 second quarter financial results on Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2010, after the New York Stock Exchange market close. At that time, a copy of the press release will be available on the company's Web site at www. BookKeeping Express 'Balances' Toms River's Small Businesses' Need for Certified Services with Grand Opening of First Area OfficeBookKeeping Express (BKE), the first U.S. franchise focused solely on outsourced accounting services, announced today the opening of its first office in Central Jersey, which will serve businesses throughout the coastal regions of Ocean, Monmouth and Midd BookKeeping Express 'Balances' Westchester's Small Businesses' Need for Certified Services with Grand Opening of First Area OfficeBookKeeping Express (BKE), the first U.S. franchise focused solely on outsourced accounting services, announced today the opening of its first office in Northeastern Illinois, which will serve businesses throughout Chicago's western suburbs in Cook and Du H&R Block Issues StatementH&R Block confirmed that while its lawsuit is pending with its RAL provider, the parties have been engaged in discussions in an attempt to settle the litigation to confirm the availability of settlement products. The company did not disclose any detai 25 Million Taxpayers May Owe $3,000 to $5,000 More at Tax TimeAn estimated 25 million taxpayers -- more than five times as many as last year -- will owe an average of $3,000 to $5,000 more at tax time if Congress doesn't act on an expired provision, according to The Tax Institute at H&R Block. The Growth Coach of Baltimore Bestowed With Prestigious System-Wide AwardSusan Katz, owner of The Growth Coach in Baltimore, was recently honored as the recipient of the 2010 Coach of the Year Award by The Growth Coach, a North American franchise system of small business coaches in more than 140 markets. Jackson Hewitt(R) Supports IRS Tax Preparer Regulations and Underscores Long-Standing Commitment to TrainingWith official registration of all paid tax preparers now underway, Jackson Hewitt Tax Service Inc.® supports the work of the Internal Revenue Service to bring more accountability to the industry. Jackson Hewitt also reminds taxpayers about the Company America's Small Businesses Savior: The "Great 2010 Accounting Makeover"Are you ignoring the obvious? Disregarding the financial-record disaster you've created in your company? Is your business' bookkeeping in a terrifying state? As Extension Deadline Passes, Start Planning Now for Filing in 2011Despite the longstanding idea that tax season starts in January and ends April 15, more taxpayers are discovering their taxes need year-round attention and planning, with the most critical dates to meet being the April 15 and Oct. 15 filing deadlines. America's Small Businesses Savior: The "Great 2010 Accounting Makeover"Are you ignoring the obvious? Disregarding the financial-record disaster you've created in your company? Is your business' bookkeeping in a terrifying state?
H&R Block Tax Franchise Announces Agreement to Acquire TaxACT Digital Tax Preparation BusinessH&R Block (NYSE: HRB) announced today it has signed a definitive merger agreement to acquire all of the outstanding shares of 2SS Holdings, Inc., developer of TaxACT digital tax preparation solutions, for $287.5 million in cash. Quiznos Veteran Named CEOQuiznos, pioneer of the toasted sandwich and one of the nation's premier restaurant chains for subs, salads and soups, today announced the appointment of Greg MacDonald as CEO of Quiznos worldwide. MacDonald succeeds former CEO and Quiznos founder, Rick S
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Features & Special Reports"The Proven Match" for Finding Qualified Franchisees Debuts on Franchising.com Ad PortalProven Match has teamed up with Franchise Update Media Group (FUMG) to give results-driven franchisors a cost-saving profiling service that delivers pre-qualified candidates. Restaurateur Extraordinaire: Sam Covelli Does It With More Than 200 LocationsSam Covelli says he grew up in the restaurant business working in his father's McDonald's. Running For Charity: Colortyme Franchisee Raises Money And Awareness For Children's HospitalThis April will mark the third year in a row that Al Coelho has run the 26-mile Boston Marathon. That's a significant achievement. But it's only a part of what Coelho will do that day. Turning Up The Heat: Learning How To Handle Irate Customers And Look Like A HeroIrate customers. No matter how good you are at what you do, what business you are in, or where it is located, you will at some point find yourself facing an irate customer. Sustaining Business: Zane Tankel On Growing During Tough TimesAs the economy continues to struggle through a slow recovery, business people everywhere are looking for any tools or techniques that will help them keep their businesses alive and thriving. Creating 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. 
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