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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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IRS AUDIT Representation

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

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by Rich Rhodes | May 24, 2017 | Blog | 0 Comments

See, relative to their income, the rich are frugal. They save and invest. They spend less than 65% of their take-home pay on day-to-day expenses.

How Much Do I Owe The IRS? Rich Rhodes Can Help You Get Information From The IRS Discreetly

by Rich Rhodes | February 27, 2018 | Blog | 0 Comments

There is a lot of fear and angst in our culture these days. Sparked by tragic current events, as well as a general sense of disjointedness in our culture. But for many who might be reading this, there is another one that might be lurking latent beneath these other...

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...

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...

Five Steps To Help Cleveland Families And Individuals Prepare for Financial Emergencies

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

With Hurricane Florence barrelling towards the southeastern United States, I'm reminded (again) about how the unexpected can put a big dent into a well-planned life.And as a planner by nature, these kinds of slow-approaching problems (like hurricanes), are the sort of...

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...

How To Get Out of Debt Fast in Cleveland: 6 Key Steps

by Rich Rhodes | December 29, 2017 | Blog | 0 Comments

Often, when you're faced with IRS debt, there are other nasty little financial problems out there that can tend to crop up. I have to tell you though, as I sat down to write this strategy note, it made me think about some Cleveland clients that I've walked with over...

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...

Six Common Ways Cleveland Taxpayers Receive IRS Audits

by Rich Rhodes | April 2, 2018 | Blog | 0 Comments

With the tax deadline bearing down on us, I thought I'd touch base today, to give you some thoughts on what could get you into hot water THIS tax season. And, well, really any tax season. Now ... sometimes, Cleveland clients come to us from other Cleveland...

Thanksgiving Week Reflections From A Cleveland Business Owner

by Rich Rhodes | November 22, 2017 | Blog | 0 Comments

It's a slower week, here in First Tax Relief World. Yes, it's crazy (and a bit of a relief, to be frank) that we now find ourselves in Thanksgiving week. And I have some thoughts, which are perhaps a bit more meditative than normal, because of how this holiday works...

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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