VIRGINIA BEACH, Va., April 14, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Liberty Tax, Inc. (NASDAQ:TAX)
Liberty Tax Service has been ranked No. 4 in the most recent Multi-Unit 50 list compiled by Multi-Unit Franchisee magazine. The annual list recognizes brands that encourage multi-unit ownership among franchisees. The ranking places Liberty Tax Service as the No. 1 non-food service company on the list and above its competition in the tax preparation industry.
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“Happy, successful franchisees are a top goal at Liberty Tax Service,” said CEO John T. Hewitt. “The fact that so many of our franchisees own more than one location demonstrates their satisfaction with the brand and their achievements as Liberty Tax business owners.”
Liberty Tax Service is honored by this recognition from Multi-Unit Franchisee magazine, which serves as an excellent resource for current and prospective franchise owners. With more than 800 multi-unit owners, Liberty Tax Service bested H&R Block as one of the “most multi-friendly” brands, according to the magazine.
About Liberty Tax, Inc.
Founded in 1997 by CEO John T. Hewitt, Liberty Tax, Inc. (NASDAQ:TAX) is the parent company of Liberty Tax Service. Liberty Tax is one of the fastest-growing tax preparation franchises. Last year Liberty Tax prepared over two million individual income tax returns in more than 4,000 offices and online. Liberty Tax's online services are available through eSmart Tax, Liberty Online and DIY Tax, and are all backed by the tax professionals at Liberty Tax locations and its nationwide network of approximately 22,000 seasonal tax preparers. Liberty Tax also supports local communities with fundraising endeavors and contributes as a national sponsor to many charitable causes. For a more in-depth look, visit Liberty Tax Service and interact with Liberty Tax on Twitter and Facebook.