Business Details
22 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Tax Solutions in Charleston, SC
Chandler Rhea, CPA, LLC was founded in 2004 by Marcia C. Rhea, a Certified Public Accountant with 25 years of tax expertise. Our firm specializes in individual tax preparation, planning, and consulting for young families, small business owners, and baby boomers approaching retirement. Ms. Rhea's career began with auditing construction firms and municipalities at a mid-sized CPA firm, followed by tax representation experience with a top IRS agent. After serving in associate roles and acquiring a CPA firm, she established Chandler Rhea to provide personalized tax solutions. Prior to founding the firm, Ms. Rhea worked as a registered financial advisor with HD Vest, where she developed tax and retirement strategies for hundreds of clients and earned a National Service Award.Our services include one-time tax preparation, full-service retainers for year-round advice, IRS audit representation, and retirement planning. We combine technical expertise with a client-centered approach, making complex tax matters accessible through customized strategies. Ms. Rhea holds a B.A. from The College of Charleston, a post-graduate accounting degree, and maintains active memberships in professional organizations including the SC Association of CPAs and Drake Tax Advisory Group. Our firm has been featured in prominent media outlets and actively contributes to community initiatives through board memberships and educational outreach.
Services
Tax Preparation
Tax Advice & Planning
IRS Audit Representation
Retirement Planning
Limited Engagements
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We offer 25 years of specialized tax expertise for individuals and small businesses.
- Our personalized approach combines technical knowledge with proactive year-round support.
- We provide customized tax planning strategies for life-changing events and retirement.
- Our CPA credentials and professional memberships demonstrate industry recognition.
- We maintain transparent communication and client-focused problem-solving methodologies.
Associations and certifications
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Services
Tax Preparation
Our one-time tax preparation service includes comprehensive return analysis, audit risk assessment, and personalized documentation review. We specialize in complex individual returns for diverse income sources, ensuring compliance while optimizing deductions. Clients receive detailed explanations of tax implications and filing options.
Tax Advice & Planning
Full-Service Retainer clients receive continuous tax consultation for life changes like career transitions, property transactions, and retirement planning. We analyze financial decisions through tax optimization lenses, providing actionable strategies for income shifts, investments, and business developments.
IRS Audit Representation
Specialized IRS audit support includes case management, documentation preparation, and professional representation. Our fee-based service covers audit response timelines, compliance verification, and negotiation assistance to minimize client liability while maintaining regulatory adherence.
Retirement Planning
We create personalized retirement plans integrating tax-efficient withdrawal strategies, investment optimization, and estate considerations. Our approach combines tax code expertise with financial partner networks to ensure sustainable income streams and regulatory compliance during retirement transitions.
People
Marcia C. Rhea
Founder & CPA
Certified Public Accountant with 25+ years experience in tax strategy and planning. Former HD Vest financial advisor and IRS agent collaborator. Holds advanced accounting degrees from The College of Charleston and actively contributes to professional associations.
Questions
What tax services do you specialize in?
We specialize in individual tax preparation, year-round tax planning, IRS audit representation, and retirement income strategies tailored to families, small business owners, and pre-retirees.
How are your tax preparation fees determined?
Fees depend on return complexity, considering factors like income sources, deductions, and potential audit risks through our customized one-time service.
Do you offer ongoing tax support?
Yes, our Full-Service Retainer provides year-round phone/email consultation for proactive tax planning and immediate issue resolution at an annual fee.
Can you help with IRS audit situations?
We offer specialized IRS audit representation with separate fee agreements covering preparation time, case management, and incurred expenses.
What retirement planning services do you provide?
We develop customized retirement strategies through tax-efficient planning for income distribution, investments, and life changes, collaborating with financial partners.
