PARTNER WITH OUR TAX STRATEGY NINJAS… WE’VE BEEN HACKING TAXES FOR DECADES

Creative tax planning can help you realize savings in your personal finances as well as within your business. You need someone who can look ahead to recommend strategies to help you mitigate taxes in the short and long-term, all the way through retirement. It’s important to note that long-term tax planning is truly a team effort and Hack Your Tax has an innovative team at your disposal.

If Melanie Radcliff smells like smoke, it’s because she’s been through financial fire—and came out with grit, wisdom, and one mission: stop overpaying the IRS and help people build smarter wealth.

A veteran CPA with over 30 years in public accounting, Melanie is also a financial advisor who believes that wealth and tax planning should never be separated. She’s seen too many people pay more than they should, simply because no one showed them a better way. That’s what she’s built her career to change.

On her own at 18, Melanie worked her way through college doing everything from janitorial work to bank teller shifts to slinging pizzas. After a brief stint in corporate life (where she jokes she didn’t last long enough to kill a houseplant), she found her home in public accounting.

She’s since built and sold two successful accounting firms, advised thousands of clients, and taught strategic tax planning to audiences across Arkansas. She even wrote a question that made it onto the CPA exam. Melanie is known for making complicated financial topics approachable, engaging, and even a little fun—whether she’s working one-on-one with a client or speaking to a packed room of entrepreneurs.

She founded Hack Your Tax to bring together her hard-won experience and her passion for teaching. Her work is focused on helping people make smart, strategic financial decisions that improve both their current position and long-term wealth.

Why You Want To Work With Me

Anyone can learn the tax code—but experience, instinct, and strategy come from time in the trenches. I’ve built and sold two firms, helped countless clients legally reduce their tax liability, and developed long-term financial strategies that help people keep more of what they earn.

My work is about freedom—giving you the tools and insights to make confident financial decisions, structure your income wisely, and stop losing money to taxes you don’t owe.

If you’re looking for a partner who will meet you where you are, explain things in plain language (and maybe crack a joke or two), and take your success as seriously as you do—I’d love to work with you.

Let’s hack your tax. Let’s build something better.

Melanie Radcliff

CPA, AICPA, ASCPA

Founder of Hack Your Tax | Wealth & Tax Planning Advisor | Strategic Educator

On the personal side...

Melanie is as down-to-earth as she is driven. She’s worked hard to build a career she’s proud of, but she’s even more proud of the relationships she’s cultivated along the way—with clients, colleagues, students, and friends.

She describes her first business—a small-town mom-and-pop store in 1980s Arkansas—as a “hilarious disaster,” but it laid the foundation for everything she learned about entrepreneurship, resilience, and rebuilding smarter.

When she’s not knee-deep in tax strategies or client plans, you’ll find Melanie with her hands in the dirt (she loves landscape design), building things herself (yes, tools and all), or reading something that challenges her thinking.

Her humor is dry, her advice is sharp, and her dedication is real. She brings authenticity, heart, and a fierce work ethic to every part of her life—and every client she serves.

Lisa Ann Owens

CLIENT EXPERIENCE COORDINATOR

LisaAnn’s Bachelor of Arts in History degree and her experience in health care, hospitality management, human resources, accounting and business organization help make her the perfect Branch Assistant for Hack Your Tax. Efficient and in the background, she is always available to clients, staff and management. Her greatest strength is problem solving. No matter the issue, she will work until that issue is resolved.

Aside from being the Branch Assistant, LisaAnn is also pursuing her goals to become a licensed Financial Adviser. She is currently studying for her securities license exam that she plans to take later this year. This makes her unique in the fact that she can help clients with their financial goals as other members of the team help with tax goals, creating a comprehensive and overall financial plan.

A history buff who can talk old Fort Smith stories and American History with the best, she enjoys curling up with a good book and her cats, listening to jazz or helping plan and attending charity events. LisaAnn lives in Fort Smith, just down the street from a best friend, her mom.

At Hack Your Tax, we are dedicated to maintaining client relationships. Our advisors are available to help you achieve your financial goals and proper tax planning is a great way to accomplish this. At Hack Your Tax, we are trusted advisors to our clients and we strive to always make a positive influence in their lives.

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Ready to take control of your tax situation and start saving more money? Whether you're an individual, entrepreneur, or business owner, we’re here to help you navigate the complexities of tax planning with confidence.

Let’s start a conversation today!

Our team is here to listen to your needs, answer your questions, and provide you with a customized tax strategy that aligns with your financial goals.

We look forward to helping you reduce your tax burden and build a brighter financial future.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of clients do you work with?

We work with a diverse range of clients, including high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs, and small and large businesses. Whether you're an individual looking to optimize your personal tax situation or a business seeking to reduce your tax burden, we provide personalized, proactive tax strategies that cater to your unique needs.

How can proactive tax planning benefit me?

Proactive tax planning allows you to reduce your tax burden before tax season arrives. By making informed decisions throughout the year—like timing income and expenses, utilizing deductions, and planning for future investments—we can help you minimize taxes and maximize savings. This approach not only helps you avoid surprise tax bills, but it also puts you in control of your financial future.

How is Hack Your Tax different from other tax professionals?

At Hack Your Tax, we take a year-round, proactive approach to tax planning. Unlike traditional tax preparers, who focus only on filing taxes at year-end, we continuously monitor your financial situation to find tax-saving opportunities throughout the year. Our team has the expertise to navigate the complex tax code, providing strategies tailored to your financial goals, whether you’re managing personal taxes, a business, or both.

How do I get started with Hack Your Tax?

Getting started is simple! Just reach out to us to schedule a free consultation. During this initial meeting, we’ll discuss your tax situation, understand your goals, and outline a plan to help you reduce your taxes and maximize your financial potential. Whether you’re new to tax planning or looking to optimize your current strategy, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.

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