Instant Tax Service opening office in Florence

Instant Tax Service, Entrepreneur Magazine’s No. 1 new franchise, is expanding in South Carolina.  New business owner Michael L. Barker has committed to the development of two new business territories in Florence and Sumter.

“No matter what the economy’s doing, business ownership is a risk,” says Barker, “but the flip side is that no matter what the economy’s doing, we all have to pay taxes.  That makes the tax business recession-resistant.” 

Each Instant Tax Service store offers comprehensive tax preparation services, including federal and state tax preparation, electronic filing, debit cards, refund anticipation loans and other financial services.

According to Fez Ogbazion, CEO of Instant Tax Service, franchised offices also provide job training services, employment opportunities, and additional avenues of revenue within the communities they serve. 

“At the end of the day,” says Barker, “Instant Tax Service stores mean more jobs for South Carolina.”

In addition to market expansion and increased sales, Instant Tax Service is celebrating its second year as Entrepreneur Magazine’s top new franchise opportunity, #1 low cost franchise, and #3 fastest growing franchise.  Instant Tax Service was also ranked #2 on the Franchise Times “Fast 55” list.

“We’re always excited to add new entrepreneurs like Michael to our team,” says Ogbazion, “especially during this time of incredible growth. Most businesses are slowing down, but ours is picking up.”

About Instant Tax Service
Instant Tax Service is a retail income tax preparation company franchising over 1,200 locations in 34 states.  Founded by Fez Ogbazion in 2000 and franchising since 2004, Instant Tax Service offers tax preparation, electronic filing, and refund anticipation loan services. For more information, visit http://www.instanttaxservicefranchise.com.