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Walnut Creek, CA

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Our services include financial planning, investment management, estate planning, risk management, and tax optimization. We specialize in helping our clients maximize their financial wealth and security as reliably as if it were our own.

About Mission Wealth's Services

Mission Wealth is a nationally recognized wealth and investment management firm that delivers comprehensive financial planning tailored to your life. Founded in Santa Barbara in 2000, we’ve grown to serve clients nationwide with a deep commitment to personalized service and trusted advice.

Our team of experienced financial professionals—including CFPs, CPAs, and Wealth Strategy experts—collaborates to provide integrated solutions for investments, retirement planning, tax strategies, estate planning, asset protection, and charitable giving. We specialize in guiding clients through major life events such as retirement, business sales, inheritance, and divorce.

Why choose Mission Wealth? Because we don’t just manage money: we help you live with purpose. Our proactive, goal-based planning keeps you informed, prepared, and empowered to make confident decisions.

To meet with a financial advisor in the Walnut Creek, CA area, contact us today at (415) 418-3450.

Walnut Creek and the broader East Bay are home to many accomplished individuals and families who are balancing meaningful wealth decisions with busy lives, careers, and multigenerational goals. At Mission Wealth, we help bring clarity to those decisions through integrated investment, tax, estate, and financial planning advice tailored to each family’s priorities.
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1212 Broadway Plaza

Suite 2100

Walnut Creek, CA 94596

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1212 Broadway Plaza

Suite 2100

Walnut Creek, CA 94596

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Hear Directly From Our Walnut Creek, CA Clients

Donald F.

08/24/2026

My portfolio has performed well, but it is not only that. Byron has proven very knowledgeable, thorough, and proactive. Even though I am sure my portfolio is relatively small, there is no sense of lack of attention, or being rushed through meetings. I don't always follow it, but his advice seems excellent. I am a very happy customer so far.

Troy W.

07/18/2026

Mission Wealth has provided me with a solid financial investment plan that aligns with my goals and objectives. Their financial plan is what stood out compared to other investment firms. My wealth advisor, Byron Valles and his team have provided tax strategy planning, estate planning and portfolio rebalancing to progressively align with that plan and my goals. Byron has also been a great resource to review and discuss real estate investment options I was considering. I know my portfolio would not be as diversified as it is now had I chose to go at it on my own. I have peace of mind knowing that Byron Valles and the Mission Wealth team are looking out for my best financial interest. Chosing Mission Wealth and working with Byron Valles has truly been a value added financial decision and I highly recommend them

Rusty P.

03/07/2026

I have been working with Byron Valles for several years now, and I cannot recommend him highly enough! From our very first meeting, it was clear that he truly listens to my wife and I, taking the time to understand our financial goals and unique needs of our family. What sets him apart is his personalized approach; he doesn't just offer generic advice but tailors his guidance to our specific objectives and risk tolerance, which continue to evolve over time. Whether discussing retirement planning, investment strategies, or changes in market conditions, he ensures we feel informed and confident in our decisions. His commitment to our financial well-being has made him an invaluable partner in our journey.

David R.

02/20/2026

I started to work with Byron when he was at a prior company several years ago and have been so thrilled with him that my family has continued to utilize his services at Mission Wealth. Byron has always been there for my family to provide financial guidance and solutions that every growing family should know (i.e. how to plan for our children's investments and how to plan for a home purchase). Byron stands out among a large crowd of financial specialists because he takes the time to learn about his clients needs and desires, explain financial concepts that may seem daunting, and genuinely demonstrate a level of care that only a family member would provide.

Donald R.

01/16/2026

Byron is communicative, helpful, and good at explaining financial concepts and strategy. He regularly introduces me to new options. He closely listens to my desires, gives detailed feedback, and then faithfully executes my decisions. My portfolio has performed well under his management over many years. In short, I am a very happy customer.

Raymond G.

10/21/2025

ive been very satisfied with everything.

Peter S.

10/10/2025

Kristen has expeditiously met all my needs

Cynthia R.

09/11/2025

Kristen is fun and delightful to work with and makes the unpleasant financial world easier to deal with for us!

The testimonials displayed are from current clients. Clients were not compensated and there are no material conflicts of interest. Testimonials may not be reflective of the experience of all clients and are not a guarantee of future performance.

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