Tax Services

When it comes to the world of taxes, accurate and timely tax preparation goes a LONG way. We have the expertise and knowledge you are looking for in a tax professional and can help you navigate your options.

We’re happy to help you with any of these services:

Tax Preparation

Stop missing out on potential deductions that could be saving you big money!

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IRS AUDIT Representation

Don’t go it alone! We’re your ally and representative in an IRS audit.

Don’t Wait Until April To Let First Tax Relief Provide IRS Tax Debt Relief

by Rich Rhodes | October 5, 2018 | Blog | 0 Comments

Here we are in the fall, and the pace of life has clearly accelerated for most families in Cleveland. Even if you don't have school-aged children, there's just something about this season that increases the intensity for everyone. Maybe it's just football season.And...

2018 Tax Reform Update And A Holiday Prayer from Rich

by Rich Rhodes | December 18, 2017 | Blog | 0 Comments

Unless something crazy happens this week, we have a new tax plan. If Congress-watchers are right, the House and Senate should vote to pass this new bill, and it will be signed by President Trump before Christmas. I'm writing this on Monday the 18th (a busy week is...

Sales Positioning For Cleveland Freelancers And Small Businesses

by Rich Rhodes | June 11, 2018 | Blog | 0 Comments

Have you ever heard of Mary Meeker? Perhaps not. But for those who follow securities analysts, she's a little bit like Michael Jordan. She's been issuing an "internet trends" report since the '90s -- and she's usually right. Which, I suppose, is rare for securities...

Tax Return Review and 2018 TCJA Planning Session for Cleveland Businesses

by Rich Rhodes | April 30, 2018 | Blog | 0 Comments

I'm going to take a moment to address you who might NOT be using our services thus far. There's a word or two for current First Tax Relief clients here as well, but allow me to explain. You see, sometimes, you just know you need to make a change, but the timing isn't...

How To Remove An IRS Tax Lien By First Tax Relief

by Rich Rhodes | November 30, 2018 | Blog | 0 Comments

I hope your Thanksgiving weekend was as filling as mine. I'm still enjoying the leftovers! In my opinion, that is one of the very best things about the holiday ... that, and all of the political conversations around the table.Whoops. I'm kidding about that last...

Build A Brand In Cleveland And Do It Well

by Rich Rhodes | December 6, 2017 | Blog | 0 Comments

As I write this, the Senate has passed their version of the tax reform bill, and now we wait for the final version of the bill. But here's the big number: Four weeks. Apparently, Congress thinks it can enact a dramatic overhaul of the law, adding substantial new...

Tax Reform Has Opened Up Many Tax Strategy Opportunities We Can Implement For Cleveland Families And Individuals

by Rich Rhodes | August 21, 2018 | Blog | 0 Comments

I can't believe it, but here we are, almost done with the month of August (!), school is already starting in many areas where we serve clients, and football is again being discussed as something to pay attention to. This summer has absolutely FLOWN by -- and those of...

Rich Rhodes’ Keys For Negotiating With The IRS

by Rich Rhodes | June 5, 2019 | Blog | 0 Comments

The dog days of summer are here, and things are definitely heating up. :)In particular, our phone lines.Now that the dust has settled since the main personal deadline, IRS notices have been trickling out, and we've had an uptick in people who need assistance digging...

Rich Rhodes’ Price War Strategies: Three Reasons To Raise Your Prices

by Rich Rhodes | September 26, 2018 | Blog | 0 Comments

I take a look around the small business world sometimes, and I get a little sad.It's heartbreaking to watch small businesses in Cleveland go out of business or not bring home enough bacon simply because they get trapped into thinking about their pricing in the wrong...

How Money Works For Cleveland Business Owners (Part 1)

by Rich Rhodes | May 28, 2018 | Blog | 0 Comments

Sometimes it feels like all we face is turmoil. And this feeling is not restricted to those Cleveland businesses who survive "month-to-month". Even the best-capitalized among us can get trapped by the ever-increasing cycle of impending doom. This is especially true if...

How You’re Missing Legal Tax Deductions

Here’s a certain truth: the State and Federal Government would love to have more of your hard-earned money in their accounts. Sure, even though it’s painful, none of us begrudge paying our legal and fair share of taxes.

But the problem is that regular taxpayers, like you, are missing out on legal and safe deductions, to the tune of hundreds of millions of dollars in unclaimed refunds every year!

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