Colbert/Ball Tax Service

Founded: 1995 Franchising since: 2002

2616 S. Loop W., #110 Houston, Texas 77054

Phone: (713)592-5555

Franchise Growth

Year	U.S. Franchises	Canadian Franchises	Foreign Franchises	Company Owned
2009	252	0	0	1
2008	322	0	0	1
2007	201	0	0	0
2006	139	0	0	3
2005	148	0	0	1

Where Seeking Franchisees
In the U.S. Oregon

Exclusive territories available.

Total investment: $27K-39K Franchise fee: $12.5K

Ongoing royalty fee: 15% Term of agreement: Term of agreement not renewable

Express/kiosk option available

Type of Financing Available

	In-House	Third Party
Franchise Fee	No	Yes
Startup Costs	No	Yes
Equipment	No	Yes
Inventory	No	Yes
Accounts Receivable	No	Yes
Payroll	No	Yes

Franchise 500® rank:
#314 (2009); #320 (2007);

Fastest-Growing Franchises:
#25 (2009); #50 (2005);

Low-Cost Franchises:
#72 (2009); #84 (2007);

Top New Ranking:
#19 (2007);