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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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Tax Paperwork Checklist

by Rich Rhodes | March 10, 2017 | Blog | 0 Comments

These days, I'm often glad that it's our busy tax filing season, so that I have an easy excuse when political conversations are happening: Oh THAT [crazy new political story]? Huh, didn't see it -- I'm too busy with tax season. With all of the chaos out there, the...

5 Effective Marketing Tips For Your Cleveland Small Business

by Rich Rhodes | November 15, 2017 | Blog | 0 Comments

Have you noticed that traditional styles of advertising are getting more and more stale? That's because the online world has torn down so many different barriers that we don't realize how much has changed, until we take a look at the real numbers. And across many...

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...

Special Business Knowledge And Cleveland Business Success

by Rich Rhodes | February 7, 2018 | Blog | 0 Comments

Yes, there's plenty to say about that Super Bowl, the advertisements (apparently, they're all Tide ads), the halftime show, etc. But I'll let others weigh in there. I'm a tax professional after all. Congratulations Eagles fans, etc. Here at First Tax Relief, we're...

13 Things You Really Should Know About Rich Rhodes And Chuck Norris

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

The fall awaits. And we here at Team First Tax Relief have been raring to go, and working on behalf of our clients in Cleveland to get them out of tough financial situations, especially as it relates to dealing with the IRS.But speaking of the IRS, there has been a...

The Billionaire Mindset by Rich Rhodes

by Rich Rhodes | November 1, 2017 | Blog | 0 Comments

More than being only bean counters or tax strategists for our Cleveland clients, we make it a point to study what works well for our most successful clients, and (with all confidentiality) pass along principles we've seen work in various businesses. On top of that, we...

Five Financial and Tax Strategies For Cleveland Small Businesses

by Rich Rhodes | May 14, 2018 | Blog | 0 Comments

It's increasingly clear to all of us that our present "cultural moment" can take a toll on any Cleveland person's mind who isn't vigilant. Constant connectedness to those who are (by their very vocation) incentivized to highlight change, chaos and fear is more...

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...

Would The IRS Seize Your Personal Property In Cleveland?

by Rich Rhodes | August 3, 2018 | Blog | 0 Comments

With summer's end around the corner, the real estate selling season in Cleveland has been in full swing. I know that I have heard rumors of a slowdown, but local realtors certainly still seem to have their hands full. But speaking of real estate, let me make something...

Financial Behaviors For Cleveland Business Owners (Part 2)

by Rich Rhodes | June 7, 2018 | Blog | 0 Comments

For many Cleveland business owners, the Memorial Day weekend is sometimes one that can feel a little lonely. While many of those around you are floating on a boat with a fishing pole in the water, or firing up the backyard grill, there you are in the office or in the...

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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