Padgett Business Services

$PBDSF500 #317
CategoryFinancial Services
SubcategoryBusiness Financial Services
Locations164
Franchisee Count166
Franchise Fee$62,750
Item 7 Low$8,700
Item 7 Midpoint$62,998
Item 7 High$117,295
Royalty Fees9% of Gross Receipts
Ad / Brand Fund2%
Sold Not Open0
Founded1984
Completeness34/34 (100%)
Years in Business41
Began FranchisingJune 1, 1988
HQAthens, GA
Executives6
Main Phone(706) 548-1040
FDD IssuedMarch 23, 2026
Last UpdatedAug 24, 2026
FDDs2026 · 2025 · 2022 🔒
Franchisor

Padgett Business Services franchises the right to operate businesses that provide preparation of financial statements for management use, income tax advice and preparation services, payroll services, data processing, business counseling and related services using forms, systems, procedures and approved partners authorized by Padgett.

PADGETT is a Georgia corporation, wholly owned by SmallBizPros, Inc., with key executives including President Roger Harris and CEO Jeffrey Phillips. The company has a support center located in Athens, Georgia.

Padgett Business Services franchises the right to operate businesses that provide preparation of financial statements for management use, income tax advice and preparation services, payroll services, data processing, business counseling and related services using forms, systems, procedures and approved partners authorized by Padgett.

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