Dustin Thompson

Eight uses of the Jack in the Box liquidity requirement: building improvements, equipment, inventory, grand opening marketing, travel and training, permits and licenses, utility deposits, and an operating buffer for the 3 to 6 month ramp-up.

Jack in the Box Franchise Liquidity Requirement Explained

ByDustin Thompson, Franchise Marketing & Development, Jack in the BoxLast updated: June 19, 2026
Bar chart of projected 2026 franchise establishment growth by U.S. region: Southwest 2.5%, Southeast 1.7%, West 1.4%, Northeast 1.2%, Midwest 1.1% (FRANdata for the IFA)

10 Best States for Franchising in 2026

By Dustin Thompson, Franchise Marketing & Development, Jack in the BoxLast updated: June 18, 2026 Key Takeaways The 10 best states for franchising in 2026, ranked by projected growth, are Texas, Florida, Georgia, Arizona, North Carolina,...
Jack in the Box vs Whataburger

Jack in the Box vs Whataburger: Which Franchise Is Best?

ByDustin Thompson, Franchise Marketing & Development at Jack in the Box
Which Food Franchise Makes the Most Money

What are the Most Profitable Fast Food Franchises in 2026?

Best Sub Franchises in the USA

7 Best Sub Franchises in the USA: Costs and Fees Compared

An entire pizza with multiple people taking slices.

What are the 12 Best Pizza Franchises in the USA for 2026?

By Dustin Thompson, Franchise Marketing & Development, Jack in the Box | Last updated: June 11, 2026
Jack in the Box vs Wendy's: Which Franchise Is Best?

Jack in the Box vs Wendy's: Which Franchise Is Best?

Are you interested in learning the differences between franchising with Jack in the Box vs Wendy’s?
Jack Box Eating Burger with Sunglasses

Which Burger Franchise Makes the Most Money?

If you’re trying to determine which burger franchise makes the most money, the clearest public benchmark is usually average unit volume (AUV), or average annual sales per restaurant. Based on the figures cited in this comparison, McDonald’s and...
A Jack in the Box chicken sandwich

Which Chicken Franchise Makes the Most Money? (2026)

If you're evaluating chicken franchise investments, average unit volume (AUV) is one of the most useful benchmarks available. It measures average annual sales per location across a brand's system — giving you a quick way to compare revenue potential...