Such accommodating and reliable. I have been going with them for over 2 decades now. I highly…read morerecommend quality and accurate and speedy fast service. So nice to have an accounting firm you can trust here in the Palm Desert Area.

Friendly, down to earth service. Had some questions that probably weren't worth their time to…read moreassist me with, but they were kind enough to look into getting answers for me. That says a lot. Hopefully, I win the mega lotto and their thoughtfulness will be rewarded! I have no reservations recommending them.

Jim is really wonderful. Smart guy. You can trust his judgement and sensibility. He really knows…read morethat markets and understands his customers needs. A++

Working with Kyle Clark has been a standout experience from start to finish…read more After a deeply frustrating experience with another financial advisor program, I was cautious about starting over, but working with Kyle has been a complete 180. From the start, Kyle was thorough and patient. He walked me through transferring all of my existing funds, helped me establish clear savings goals, and gave me concrete, actionable guidance I could actually act on. What impressed me most was his timing: all of this unfolded during a period of significant personal transition for me, and he handled every step with professionalism and calm. The results have spoken for themselves. My portfolio has reached record highs, and for the first time, I genuinely feel in control of my financial future. If you're looking for an advisor who is competent and steady under pressure, I can't recommend Kyle highly enough!

David gave a very helpful consultation. He is knowledgeable about tax and explained in easy to…read moreunderstand way.

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

Experience was streamlined and exclusive! Merrill certainly makes it a point to have the…read moreparticipant walk away feeling confident and empowered.

For months I have been extensively researching a financial advising team for my father. My father…read moreis looking to retire soon and it was important to our family that we have a team who had experience and success,but also had the potential to plan for our family for years to come. I finally found a group to fit what we were looking for, the Valenzuela, Haddock group. We called and set up an appointment to meet with John Haddock. When we arrived at the office we were met by John and led to his partner Diane's office. The office was newly renovated, clean and modern. Both John and Diane greeted us with warmth and smiles. After the initial meeting John and Diane made my father and our family feel at ease about financial prospects and the future growth they are able to provide. Since then we have had several interactions with the office staff, Sylvia was kind and vibrant over the phone and worked quickly and efficiently when we needed her. Overall, I would recommend this office, and Diane Valenzuela and John Haddock to everyone looking to have great customer service, a trustworthy advisor, a holistic approach to wealth management and financial planning, as well as the potential for tremendous growth! Thank you Diane and John!

Always does a great job, been working with them for many years. Never had any complaints, I highly…read morerecommend

John is an absolute pleasure to work with. He is very generous with his knowledge of the area. He…read morespent a considerable amount of time driving around and visiting every property on my interest list with me and shared useful information about each neighborhood and pros/cons of each place. During the escrow process John was always in contact and provided timely updates. There were a few hiccups along the way but John helped me navigate through. Even after close John was super helpful in relocating some koi fish the previous owner left as well as providing referrals for handymen and property managers. I cannot stress how professional and knowledgeable John is. Whenever I buy my next property, he will be the first person I call. This review was completely unsolicited. If you have any doubts, please feel free to reach out directly to me and I'd be happy to vouch for him.

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