Although I am not reviewing as a client, I am leaving this review as a future client of Root…read moreFinancial Partners. If you're reading this, then most likely you are on the journey in getting better informed financially for retirement. And because you're looking up Root, then most likely you ran across videos of Ari and/or James on YouTube just like me, or on Podcast. When I initially started researching retirement for my wife and myself, I was fortunate enough to have "the algorithm" direct me to Root with James and Ari. The more I watched their videos, the more I became informed of answers to questions I did not know I had. What really drew me in to watch more of their videos, was their holistic approach to retirement, which was an option I was never aware of. And combine that with their ability to explain complicated strategies using their software with real case studies was a bonus. Anyways, back to the review... I reached out to Ari directly via email, and to my surprise, he responded directly to me (I was expecting a form letter). He personally answered the general questions I had and we scheduled a meeting to determine if they can bring value, to justify their fee structure. Unfortunately, when he reviewed my current portfolio structure/allocation in detail, he was honest and said they could not bring value to justify their fees. He then proceeded to offer some guidance to other advisors they recommend, and further explained how specific advisor strategies would be better attuned to my needs in the near term. I really appreciated his candor... But what really stands out is his willingness and continues to help as much as he can, of course without providing specific investment guidance. Up until now, even though I'm not a client, he continues to take the time to respond and answer questions I have from time to time. And not just basic answers, but simplified, detailed video explanations for a better/easier understanding. I can go on with this review, but after a while, it might sound too good to be true. All I can say is reach out to Ari (Root), and you'll see what I mean. Once we're closer to retirement and can take advantage of the holistic approach they provide, we'll be sure to reach out again. Thanks again Ari!

The team at Root Financial Partners are impressively knowledgeable. James has a way of making…read moreeverything easy to understand and follow, and their charts and calculators simplify the process. He answered questions we didn't know we had! We feel very secure entrusting our financial retirement future to James and the Root team.

Didn't get tax return finished in a timely manner, even though worksheet and meeting was more than…read morea month and a half ahead.. ; waited to the last minute. Didn't list expenses correctly from my worksheet.. I finally went to another tax preparer and had a totally different experience. This was from a few years ago. I hope it has improved.

Darren, Maria and Jessica are great. They have been helping me with my taxes for years. They are…read moreresponsive, knowledgeable and professional. I recommend !

Often the first thing that comes to mind when looking for an advisor is managing investments. Bull…read moreOak does this of course--their philosophy is logical and evidence-based. But what set Ryan, Peter, and their team apart to us was that they were clear early in our partnership that they wanted to bring value through other avenues: tax planning and efficient financial planning, just as examples. We appreciated that they accomplished this while also factoring in our goals and especially our values. We feel lucky to be with Bull Oak and highly recommend working with them.

As a retired engineering business owner, I have been impressed by their unique financial model,…read moreservices, and, most importantly, their ethics and values. I've been their client since the inception of Bulloak and I highly recommend them to sophisticated investors.

Scott and Jen are organized and smart. They explain complex things in a simple way and always…read moremanage to instill confidence in me. I'm super nervous about paying for college and retirement, but every time I talk to them I walk away feeling like I can do this. I trust them completely- they are always there when I want to talk, and they even proactively reach out to talk with me. Can not recommend them more highly!! 6- star service!

Scott is a true partner when it comes to helping my family and I plan for the future. We recently…read morehad a daughter and Scott was amazing at discussing what our goals are for her especially considering the fact that both my wife and I work in incredibly fast-paced start ups. On top being a partner, he is dedicated to his craft and takes every question seriously and responds with detailed answers. He has helped us set up a clear roadmap that gives my wife and I peace of mind. I HIGHLY recommend working with him and his team.

Just an update- Amanda Pecot has moved to the Tax and Financial Group and I have happily followed…read moreher there. The new office location is much more convenient for me. When Amanda left, I was disappointed how Guide My Finances handled the transition. My friends and I who all used Amanda were assigned to different, seemingly random advisors via email- not even worth a phone call. The new advisor (Jackie) never bothered to reach out.

Jackie has been a game-changer for our finances, tax strategy and even real estate investing. She…read moreis an expert in all three and has a unique way of communicating that makes the tech aspects of what she does approachable and understandable. I cannot recommend this company enough for all forms of financial advice!

Annette is a true pro at what she does and it reflects in her approach to her clients. She gives…read moregreat advice, looks out for her clients and I appreciate her candor and knowledge.

Absolutely the Best! The staff is always available to answer questions and concerns…read more My wife and I feel very fortunate to have Annette and her staff to help us over the past ten years.

Joe helped me in a family matter a while back, we won the case & he proved very reliable,…read moretrustworthy & effective, highly recommended

Joe prepared our Estate Planning documents and also assisted my husband and I in some other legal…read morematters. He is a very knowledgeable attorney and is super personable. We didn't know where to start when we decided to move forward with this. Joe walked us through everything and explained each document and it's purpose. For the average person, this can be overwhelming, and Joe was able to put us at ease and make the whole process a breeze. I have, and will continue to recommend Joe to everyone I know.

Great people and get the job done! No hassle. Time is money and they RESPECT your time !read more

A friend of mine recommended this place or else I would have never found it online. He's been…read morefiling his takes here for years and I can see why. They're a very small business with only a couple of workers but they do a great job so they fill up quickly in the afternoons. I can tell they are very committed to helping the Hispanic community since Spanish is their main language. I am aware of their travel and immigration services but have never used them before. Excellent place serving Hispanics and would recommend to anyone seeking services in español.

Fantastic in every way. Comprehensive, personal, compassionate, fair, successful. Very much a…read moreprofessional financial guide.

Mike provided me with great advice about not only investing but also putting together a plan for…read morethe future. He helped me understand what debt to pay down and how to better budget for the financial goals that were important to me. He is very patient and explained things in an easy to understand manner for someone who is not as knowledgable of the world of financial planning and investing. I would highly recommend Mike and FlightPath Financial Planning to anyone looking for a new financial planner.

TLDR: A trusted source that offers a personalized plan and gave me the buyer's confidence I was…read morelooking for with the expertise to match. As a first time novice investor I had barely dipped my toe into the wide ocean of finances. I saved my allowance, avoided credit card debit, and thought I was doing a decent job living within my means to save for a house or any other financial goal I had for the future. But I knew that there was still a lot of potential out there and I knew if I wanted to make the most of my money I had to do one critical thing: start early. And so I sought the word of someone inside the finance world and could help me navigate the right path for me. Mike has been that guide and made sure I was confident with every step I took before I took it. He didn't just tell me what he thought was best. Instead he started with the big picture by asking me what my goals were. And without judgement of my naiveite he pointed out the best way to make them a reality. That isn't to say he is a "Rubber Stamp YES Man". He made sure I was being realistic with the risks and costs and choices I would have to make to materialize my ambitions. (Getting the capital to buy a home in California is no small fries). That said, he was always encouraging and never made me feel stupid for not knowing things. Instead he would take the opportunity to educate me so that I felt that I was in charge of the decision 100% of the time. Despite being very friendly in his demeanor and conversation, in every meeting I could tell that he was giving my interests his full professional attention. He is always available when I need him and he even encourages a consistent check in to stay updated and informed of my financial trajectory. Speaking of his professionality, Mike sure knows his stuff! Even with the things I thought I knew, he was able to take my financial performance to the next level. With the crunching of numbers and the revealing of strategies I was blown away by how much of a difference his know-how made. I could not be happier with my service Mike provided. He is friendly, educational, professional, and GETS RESULTS. He takes the time to know you and your wants and needs to make an air-tight financial plan that gives you the biggest bang for your buck. I would recommend him to absolutely anyone and everyone looking for a financial planner.