In this episode Cody Melton sits down with Todd Fannin, founder of Tack Designs, to trace his journey from printing shirts to fund an international adoption to building multiple successful businesses serving national and industrial clients.

Todd shares key moments—landing big contracts, adopting the EOS operating system, financial rules like Profits First, and practical leadership and culture lessons—along with advice for entrepreneurs on scaling responsibly and managing cash.

In this episode Taylor Rhodes sits down with Cookie, a Realtor who transitioned from corporate life to real estate and built a successful business through grit, mentorship, and relentless customer service. She shares real-world insights on the realities of the job: mountains of paperwork, last-minute hurdles before closing, and the importance of managing taxes as a self-employed agent.

Cookie also offers practical advice for new agents and buyers — find a mentor, save rather than splurge on commissions, get prequalified, and focus on relationships to earn repeat and referral business.

Host Taylor Rhodes interviews Nettie Plank, owner of Nettie Ann’s Bakery in Shoto, about her 23-year journey from a small start-up to a thriving local bakery.

The episode covers early challenges (long hours, startup costs, hiring), standout products like sourdough and oatmeal whoopie pies, and how faith, community, and mentorship shaped the business and its team.

Listeners will get practical advice for starting a business and a heartfelt look at how a bakery can become both a livelihood and a ministry.

Join Taylor and Cody for a rapid-fire episode of Behind the Numbers where they answer listener questions about taxes, accounting, and personal finance in a casual, approachable way.

Topics include the choice between standard and itemized deductions, IRAs versus precious metals, differences between CPAs and EAs, reporting illegal income, and whether to buy land or invest.

They cover practical tips like reviewing your W-4 withholding, using Health Savings Accounts, keeping receipts for deductions, and estimated tax payment rules for business owners.

Tune in for clear, real-world guidance and easy next steps to get your finances in order.

In this episode, Taylor Rhodes and Cody Melton explain how TC Advisors moved beyond traditional compliance work to proactive advisory and tax coaching, helping business owners plan years ahead to reduce taxes, optimize cash flow, and prepare businesses for sale.

They cover common client pain points (like accrual vs. cash accounting), valuable tax credits and timing strategies, the role of certified tax planning, the limits of AI, and why a trusted team of advisors is essential for long-term financial success.

This episode breaks down the tax and accounting essentials for new business owners, including entity selection, funding options, and common tax pitfalls like self-employment tax.

Hosts Taylor Rhodes and Cody Melton explain practical steps—forming an LLC, S-corp elections, bookkeeping, separating business funds, and estimated taxes—to protect your business and save money.

They also cover funding routes (SBA, HELOC, farm loans), the importance of professional advisors, and proactive tax planning to maximize opportunities and avoid surprises.

Host Taylor Rhodes interviews Kelly Dixon, HR manager at TC Advisors, about how human resources intersect with financial performance. They discuss the costs of disengagement, how HR data and tools help spot burnout and improve decision-making, and why recognition and real-time feedback matter.

Kelly emphasizes that culture, clear communication, and listening are investments that don’t show up on a balance sheet but directly affect productivity, client service, and long-term growth.

In this episode, Cody and Taylor explain how seasonal businesses can manage cash flow when busy months end, covering forecasting, reserve funds, flexible expenses, and the Profit First method.

They offer practical steps—cashflow calendars, separate bank accounts, and off‑season revenue ideas—plus a short tax tip to help businesses stay financially resilient.

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