Today we attended a tax seminar hosted by Marshall Life & Financial Solutions (MLFS). Victoria…read moreMarshall opened the session with brief remarks, followed by Adrien Barajas as the lead presenter. From the outset, the presentation was incoherent. Adrien jumped erratically between topics, clipped terminology mid-sentence, and attempted to showcase expertise through jargon that ultimately backfired. His use of a graph depicting tax history and national debt felt performative rather than informative--a clear turnoff. Mentions of Roth conversions were casually dropped, seemingly to entice attendees into future consultations rather than to educate. At no point did either presenter cite their professional credentials, nor are any verifiable designations listed on their website. This lack of transparency raises serious concerns about the legitimacy of the material presented. The venue--a community room at the local library--was poorly maintained. We were forced to relocate due to visibly dirty tables and stained surfaces. The acoustics were equally problematic: excessive echo and ambient noise severely undermined any attempt at meaningful communication. It's unclear why MLFS couldn't secure a venue that meets basic health and presentation standards--such as a clean, carpeted hotel conference room with proper sound insulation and equipment. Victoria encouraged attendees to grab snacks as the session approached lunchtime, triggering a chorus of crinkling bags and chewing that further disrupted the already fractured delivery. Overall, this seminar failed on every metric: content quality, presenter skill, venue hygiene, and professional credibility. Within 15 minutes, we were compelled to leave--astonished by the lack of coherence and institutional rigor. It was, without exaggeration, the most poorly executed seminar we've ever attended.

I'm so glad with you in my life. You have helped me so…read moremuch. Thank you Victoria for your patience and expertise with my retirement accounts. K trevino

I had an outstanding experience thanks to Matthias Blache and his supervisor Hector Jacobo. Both…read morewere professional, patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely committed to helping me. Matthias went above and beyond to make sure everything was handled smoothly, and Hector's leadership and support were equally impressive. It is rare to encounter customer service with this level of care, respect, and efficiency. They made the entire experience stress-free and welcoming. Truly spectacular employees who represent their organization with excellence. Highly recommended.

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I worked with him just briefly but in that time he was a trusted advisor. He was willing to give me…read moreguidance, even when there was no immediate financial benefit for him. I would work with him again.

Ensor and Jamie are both super helpful and attentive in helping us navigate taxes for our small…read morebusinesses and our financial planning for the future. We've had several different tax people in the past year and Enson is the first person that both my husband and I feel comfortable with and that we can trust. Highly recommend!

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Charles Ragonese, of Mountain Peak Financial, has been our financial advisor for many years. We…read morehave relied on him through employment and retirement to keep our money safe and well invested. Charles is very knowledgeable, with many years of experience as a financial advisor. He is also a genuinely nice guy. We couldn't do without him.

From the owner: Since 1992, Mountain Peak Financial, Inc. has been working with friends and neighbors throughout…read morethe greater San Gabriel and Palm Desert areas to help meet their financial goals through the use of insurance and investment products. We are a financial services firm rooted in the community and have developed our business by creating close, personal relationships with our clients.

DTLA Life Insurance Solutions truly changed everything for our family. After being denied coverage…read moreby multiple life insurance carriers, we were discouraged and honestly thought getting approved just wasn't possible for us. David stepped in and made what felt impossible, possible. He didn't give up. He worked through the details, answered every single question I had (and I had a lot), and responded quickly every time I reached out with concerns. Not only did he get our family approved for coverage when other companies wouldn't, but he made the entire process feel simple and supported. We finally have peace of mind knowing our family is protected. If you've been denied before or feel like your situation is complicated, don't give up -- call David. He truly cares and finds solutions. Thank you DTLA

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I have done my taxes here every year and never had a problem... I love my tax ladies they make you…read morefeel like family.

Shawn has been my financial advisor since 2011, and before that he was my parents FA who followed…read morehim from a different investment firm. He talked me thru a couple of bad markets and I've done exceedingly well. He has guided me and I have to say I have been very fortunate. If I won the lottery tomorrow, he would still be my advisor. Plus he has great resources for taxes and attorneys. His assistant Valerie is always kind and professional. Can't say enough nice things about these two!

Rude receptionist :) She thought I was trying to sell her something and hung up on me.read more

Fabulous personalized support!…read more I am confident Joy's dedication and competence is leading me to a debt free future.

I cannot say enough good things about Debt Free Joy and the financial coaching I've received…read more Having personalized 1:1 coaching made such a difference for me because it wasn't just generic advice, it was practical guidance tailored to my real life and goals. I've learned how to budget better, stay focused on debt payoff, and make long-term financial decisions with more confidence. The support is encouraging, honest, and completely judgment-free, which made it so much easier to stay consistent. The accountability alone has been worth it. If you need help getting your finances organized and reaching your financial goals, I absolutely recommend working with them