John Boyd, CFP®
Helping people retire early, years before 65
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MDRN Wealth
John Boyd, CFP®
Los Angeles, CA
Serving Clients Nationwide
Helping people retire early, years before 65
5 out of 5 Stars
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Areas of Focus
- High Net Worth
- Investment Management
- Retirement Planning
- Retiring Early (F.I.R.E)
- Tax-Smart Distribution Planning
- Taxes
About John Boyd, CFP®
Hi, I'm John Boyd. I specialize in early retirement planning — helping professionals and business owners who don’t want to wait until 65 to retire. My work centers on designing strategies to make work optional years earlier through proactive tax planning, retirement income design, and disciplined investment management.Professional Designations
- CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER ®
Affiliations
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CFP Board
- Fee Only Network
- National Association of Personal Financial Advisors
- XY Planning Network
- Fee Only Network
Primary Location
606 Venice Blvd Ste 107, Los Angeles, CA, United States, 90291
Video
Meeting Options
- Video Conference
- In-Person
- Phone
Compensation Methods
- Fee Only
- Percentage of Assets Managed
What to expect in the first meeting
We take all prospective clients through a complimentary retirement assessment—an opportunity for us to learn more about you, and for you to learn more about us. From there, we build a customized income plan using a guardrails approach, review tax planning strategies, and even provide an early retirement investment plan. Check out the demo in the Retirement Assessment link.Offers Investment Management
Yes
About MDRN Wealth
At MDRN Wealth, we believe financial planning should be more than just managing investments. As a fee-only, fiduciary wealth management firm based in Los Angeles, CA, serving clients nationwide, we specialize in early retirement planning — helping professionals and business owners retire years before the traditional retirement age with confidence.If you don’t want to wait until 65 to retire, or you’d like to make work optional well before the traditional retirement age, that is our specialty. We guide clients toward financial independence by integrating proactive tax planning, retirement income strategies, and disciplined investment management. Our mission is simple: help you retire early and enjoy more freedom, sooner.
While early retirement is at the core of our planning, we deliver a holistic wealth management experience. Our services include estate and trust planning, equity compensation strategies, business advisory, risk management, and alternative investments. Every element of your wealth is aligned to support your long-term goals.
Why Clients Choose Us
Fee-only fiduciary — advice always in your best interest
Comprehensive solutions — early retirement planning plus full-service wealth management
Proven strategies — tax-efficient planning and sophisticated investments
National reach — headquartered in Los Angeles, serving clients across the U.S.
Education
Fordham University, Bachelor of Arts - BA, Economics
Hobbies and Interests
- Animals
- Family
- Football
- Working Out
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View DisclosureWho We Serve
- Business Owners
- Corporate Executives
- Couples
- Financial Independence Retire Early (FIRE)
- Gen X
- Living in Retirement
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5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Nov 6, 2025
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Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Nov 6, 2025
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Oct 6, 2025
I needed to move my 401k over which is not something done every day. John was very patient, knowledgeable, and helpful in making this process run smooth and stress-free. John was also proactive in reviewing my needs and suggesting other services that I would benefit from.
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Oct 6, 2025
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Sep 29, 2025
John and team have been beyond helpful. Assisting with out retirement planning and with all my tax needed and financial planning as I transitioned to my small business.
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Sep 29, 2025
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Sep 28, 2025
We reached out in a bit of a panic as my layoff was unexpected and I was in a bit of a shock with no clue how to handle my 401K, union pension, Social Security, cash and other stocks etc. John has been outstanding and I can see why everyone gave 5 star reviews. He immediately put our mind at ease and has a very calm demeanor. His reassurance to us that we have enough money and also immediate planning for the future move to retirement in Italy was a huge weight off our shoulders. He even spoke with an Italian accountant to ensure we were making the most of and had a great understanding of the 7% tax incentives available.
I would highly recommend John and his team if you are looking to partner with someone who cares about your financial future and will hold your hand throughout the process.
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Sep 28, 2025
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Aug 4, 2025
Very experienced and knowledgeable. Really appreciated his help in planning our portfolio. Would highly recommend his services!
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Aug 4, 2025
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
May 18, 2025
I highly recommend MDRN Financial Services for astute guidance and understanding of my personal financial goals. John Boyd offered me a respectful perspective plan for my financial circumstances as a retired Federal employee and Army Retiree. During these times of extraordinary volatility, it is comforting to have expert help. You will not be disappointed!
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of May 18, 2025
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
May 18, 2025
My husband and I highly recommend John and MDRN Wealth. As we neared retirement age with 2 kids about to head to college we knew we needed professional financial guidance. We were fortunate to find John and his team, who have been instrumental in helping us clarify our goals and prepare financially for our future. John is extremely professional, knowledgeable, and easy to work with, and with his counsel and management we are in a much better position to achieve those goals.
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of May 18, 2025
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
May 15, 2025
I couldn't recommend MDRN Wealth and John enough. We had been searching for an advisor for years and John has been incredible to work with. After self managing our finances for years we finally have a thorough strategy and process in place and are making great progress on our goals. My only regret is not working with John sooner.
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of May 15, 2025
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
May 15, 2025
MDRN Wealth has been helpful managing my retirement funds. I am no longer concerned about outliving my money. John is very knowledgeable and easy to communicate with. I highly recommend MDRN Wealth.
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of May 15, 2025
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Jan 12, 2025
John Boyd, the CEO of MDRN is one of the kindest and most understanding individuals I have had the pleasure of seeking advice from. He met with me for an hour, and in that time we discussed my financial goals and developed a plan to execute. In full transparency, I would not have known what to do without MDRN's council and I am so grateful to have their guidance.
John is 10/10, his team is 10/10, and their services are 10/10. I will recommend them to every UHNW client that I support.
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Jan 12, 2025
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Dec 18, 2024
John has been a critical partner in my growth as a person building wealth, solving financial issues (loans, debt management, etc) professional goals (starting a business, how to manage investments in that while living my life). He has taught me SO much, and I fully trust him. His attitude is knowledgeable, kind, NOT shamey (a lot of financial investors won't work with you if your finances are messy or if you don't make a certain amount of $), and personable. I have sent a lot of friends/professional contacts to John, and everyone only has positive things to say about him. He really invests in the people he works with, is insanely smart, explains complex financial decisions using understandable language and weighs trade offs, and is always prepared, professional, and clear on calls. He is available and really works to understand goals, changes in goals, and long term and short term moves. He has also advised me on a few professional moves which has been so helpful, and helps me understand where my money is going and why the decisions are being made. He also knows a lot about taxes, estate planning, and just general helpful stuff. I can't say enough positive things about John. Investing in John was a huge investment in myself and my future, and I am happy to continue growing with him.
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Dec 18, 2024
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Nov 27, 2024
John and his team are incredible. John took the time to really understand the needs of our family and how we can create a long term financial plan that works for us. Highly recommend his services!
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Nov 27, 2024
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Nov 25, 2024
John is an exceptional advisor, we're incredibly lucky to have been introduced to him. He's responsive, helpful, resourceful, intelligent, and well informed. I have recommended him to all my friends and will continue to do so!
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Nov 25, 2024
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Nov 21, 2024
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Nov 21, 2024
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Nov 20, 2024
John is a fantastic advisor and so professional, kind, and helpful! Coming from someone who has a very limited understanding of financial planning he was able to elucidate what I need to do in my financial journey to meet my goals and give me tools and resources to move in the right direction. Would strongly recommend to anyone looking for help in their financial journey as well!
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Former Client
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Nov 18, 2024
John and the MDRN team are awesome! They are a full service, well-oiled machine, and you would be crazy not to work with him. We’ve been working with John several months now and during that time he has brought a tremendous about knowledge, strategy, and planning into our lives which was WELL overdue. He is very professional, responsive, caring, and is truly an expert in his field. As a bonus, he also has a great network of people to help connect the dots for his client. For example, we needed a new CPA and John was able to bridge that for us. It’s the little things. We appreciate all that he has done for our family and our business. I truly feel like we have a solid plan in place, and we feel grateful to have John at our side. We look forward to continuing our partnership with him in the years to come.
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Nov 18, 2024
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Nov 18, 2024
I can't recommend John and the team at MDRN Wealth enough. In the year that we've worked together, John has been an invaluable resource to my wife and I regarding overall estate planning, real estate and tax planning, and so much more. John is intelligent, incredibly knowledgable, and tailors his approach to each and every client.
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Nov 18, 2024
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Nov 18, 2024
I highly recommend John and the mdrn wealth team! John helped my husband and I through an IPO, cost segregation study, home purchase, setting up our family trust, and so much more in the short year we’ve been working with him. We are continuously impressed at John’s ideas and ways he’s been able to help us plan for the future.
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Nov 18, 2024
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Nov 17, 2024
My husband and I recently started working with MDRN Wealth for our financial planning needs, and we couldn’t be more impressed. The team is knowledgeable, approachable, and truly listens to our goals. They provide clear, actionable advice and are always there to answer questions as they come up. We feel more confident than ever about our financial future thanks to John's guidance and support. Five stars! Highly recommend!
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Nov 17, 2024
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Nov 15, 2024
John and his team have been incredible partners in helping us get our finances in order and plan for the future. He took the time to understand our goals and created a clear, tailored plan that makes us feel confident and at ease. His ability to explain complex financial concepts in a simple, approachable way has been invaluable. Thanks to John, we’re now on a solid path toward long-term financial security. We highly recommend his expertise to anyone looking for a trusted financial advisor!
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Nov 15, 2024
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Nov 14, 2024
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Nov 14, 2024
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Jul 7, 2024
If you're looking for a financial advisor who genuinely cares about your financial well-being and goes above and beyond to deliver results, look no further than John Boyd at MDRN Wealth. I cannot recommend him highly enough!
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Jul 7, 2024
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Jun 4, 2024
John is a wonderful financial advisor. He has guided me through financial choices that felt daunting to take on myself, including company equity and preparing for any tax implications. Highly recommend working with MDRN Wealth!
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Jun 4, 2024
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Apr 1, 2024
John and MDRN Wealth has been so helpful in getting my finances in order. I don’t have the best financial mind, and John has been so great at explaining everything. He is always incredibly prompt and willing to help with even the smallest tasks. I would recommend him to all my family and friends!
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Apr 1, 2024
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Mar 20, 2024
I've been working with John for a year, and he has been an expert in guiding me through the retirement process.
We began our partnership a few months before I retired, and he helped me seamlessly transition from employer-held accounts to brokerage accounts.
John responds quickly every time I reach out with a question, no matter how inconsequential.
John's recommendations have created a stable yet growing financial position, and alleviated a lot of anxiety about the future.
I appreciate John's knowledge, patience, and forward-thinking as we continue to work together.
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Mar 20, 2024
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Feb 22, 2024
I've never been great with my finances. Not irresponsible, necessarily, but I never felt like I had a full understanding of the big picture or the choices I should be making. John Boyd has been my savior. I have a much better understanding of, not only what I should be doing, but why. He makes things incredibly easy and is a joy to work with. I legitimately look forward to our meetings because I alway leave with greater peace of mind. I can't recommend MDRN Wealth enough.
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Feb 22, 2024
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Feb 16, 2024
John is incredible to work with. He explains everything thoroughly to make sure we understand, and is always happy to answer our random questions that we send him through email, or jump on a call to have a chat. When we first were onboarding with MDRN Wealth, we met with John every week to get everything squared away and he made us feel very comfortable and confident to work with him - something that's very important when you're trusting someone with your money! We really appreciate everything John has done for us, and we'd highly recommend him to anyone looking for a fee-only financial planner!
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Feb 16, 2024
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Jan 29, 2024
John is notably dedicated to exceptional client service and he clearly has a nuanced understanding of a number of wealth-building and tax-saving strategies for businesses and individuals. He's impressed my every step of the way - I highly recommend an initial call with him to anyone who's even considering working with a financial consultant.
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Jan 29, 2024
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Nov 28, 2023
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Nov 28, 2023
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Oct 11, 2023
I first came to know about John while reading an article in Forbes. John’s quotes were the only genuine thoughts on the investment strategy listed in the article. It caught my attention. I was seeking a new financial planner and decided to reach out to him. I’m a business executive myself, so quite familiar with realizing if somebody is either full of it, or really knows what they’re talking about. After our first conversation, I was very impressed with John and felt that he had true expertise. He took his time and invested energy into preparing for that first meeting. Fast forward several months later and we are very happy clients of his. He has extended support, not only to traditional retirement, but also cash planning and even tax planning. My ultimate goal was to have one person I could work with who could speak to my entire financial portfolio, and I truly believe John has the ability to do that. We highly recommend him.
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Oct 11, 2023
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Jul 24, 2023
I've worked with John for several months and he has been integral in shaping what my financial future looks like and putting me into better financial habits. I have sent friends in his direction to help them plan for their futures, and I will continue to do so. Highly recommend the work being done at MDRN Wealth.
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Jul 24, 2023
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Jun 19, 2023
I had the wonderful experience of having John as an advisor for a short period. John is one of the most compassionate, caring, empathetic, and wonderful people to have ever worked with. He cared so very much with his heart regarding my financial situation, and helping me to not feel so much stress. The experience was just so wonderful to have somebody care as much as he did. He just always said the word “we “. It made me feel as if I had a teammate and it was wonderful.
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Former Client
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Jun 12, 2023
Having now worked with John for more than two months, I can say that he exceeded all my expectations as a financial advisor. From the moment my husband and I reached out to him, we could sense his professionalism and genuine interest in helping us achieve our financial goals.
He took the time to understand our financial situation and crafted a personalized plan tailored to my needs. His expertise and knowledge in wealth management are truly remarkable.
Importantly, what sets John apart is his unwavering commitment to his clients. In my experience, he goes above and beyond to ensure that the clients have a clear understanding of every aspect of their financial plan. Secondly, he understand the importance of a personal touch and makes himself available to answer any and all of our questions and concerns.
Overall, my experience with John and MDRN Wealth has been exceptional. I am grateful to have found such a trustworthy and skilled financial advisor. Thank you, John, for your outstanding service! I highly recommend John from MDRN Wealth to anyone seeking financial guidance and wealth management services.
Note: This review is based on my personal experience with John from MDRN Wealth and may vary for others
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Jun 12, 2023
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
May 30, 2023
We have been thrilled with MDRN Wealth. John does a great job of breaking things down and constantly checking for a pulse on how we are feeling as clients. We're never rushed, we feel in-the-loop with what's happening, and most importantly, we have confidence about our financial decisions.
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of May 30, 2023
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
May 22, 2023
Tried this place through great reviews on Reddit, and I am so very happy that I did! I am in my 60s and worried about retiring. Meeting and working with John has been a God-sent. From the very start, he put me at ease and helped me set some goals. He carries a very personable demeanor and breaks down all the finance jargon into understandable language. If you are looking for a financial advisor, this is the place to go to.
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of May 22, 2023
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
May 3, 2023
Working with John at MDRN Wealth has been such a pleasure. We interviewed a lot of different financial planners and John was by far the standout candidate when considering who to bring along on our financial journey.
He is incredibly hard working, very knowledgeable, a wonderful guy to talk to, and he shows a keen interest in what's important to you on a personal and financial level. We're already seeing the benefits of working with John and can't wait to continue build together.
His combination of tried-and-trust financial planning techniques and tech products to provide a unique, full customer experience is a huge positive.
Could not recommend John and MDRN Wealth more highly!
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of May 3, 2023
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Apr 27, 2023
We’ve been working with John for several months now and are impressed with his knowledge, patience and most importantly, strategies for positioning our savings for retirement. He’s hard-working, very responsive and truly a counselor with empathy. Sounds like a therapist, I know, but learning to part with money you’ve saved for years with the goal of enjoying retirement is hard! John gets it and is transparent about everything he recommends. And I met him on Reddit of all places!
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Apr 27, 2023
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Apr 12, 2023
John was very helpful and helped me develop a financial plan that was very easy to digest and wasn't over my head. I'm pretty small peanuts financially speaking but he was able to meet me where I'm at and tailor a financial plan that fit my means and needs. Would highly recommend to anyone looking to fine tune their portfolio and/or get financial advice.
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Former Client
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Apr 4, 2023
MDRN Wealth has been fantastic through and through. I greatly appreciate the whole concept of simple terms, solid advice, robust tech. John is extremely responsive and helpful. He's super hard worker and deeply cares for his customers. I'm in my early 30s and live in Oklahoma. I could be working with a local financial adviser/planner, but I decided to go with John after extensive online research and a couple of initial conversations, in which I quickly realized his depth of expertise, but also noticed he understood my risk appetite and way of thinking.
My only regret is not having started working with John earlier.
Thanks and keep up the great work!
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Apr 4, 2023
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Mar 13, 2023
I have only been a client for a few months, but so far I appreciate the transparency and availability of John/MDRN Wealth and look forward to working with him more.
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Former Client
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Mar 12, 2023
My fiance and I have been working with John for a few months now, and he's played a huge role in helping us prepare for the future. From helping us with our retirement and brokerage accounts, to guiding us through our options and setting a strategy for how we will approach finances after our wedding. The customer service is great, and John always makes himself available anytime we have questions.
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Mar 12, 2023
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Feb 26, 2023
MDRN Wealth has been absolutely amazing! I have had all of my questions answered and feel confident in how my money is being taken care of. They have put my mind at ease and I am excited to continue working with them as I grow my wealth.
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Feb 26, 2023
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Dec 13, 2022
John took over management of a large portion of my portfolio last quarter and after working with larger advisory firms solely until then, I wasn’t quite sure what what to expect. Today, I’m happy to have trusted John and MDRN Wealth with my money as I’m seeing green in my portfolio for the first time this year!
More specifically, working with an independent advisory firm like MDRN Wealth has felt more like a partnership than a client-advisor relationship - something I’ve never experienced when working with larger firms. After every conversation, I feel more empowered with personal financial knowledge, while also having clear goals outlined to be reviewed during our next conversation.
Overall, his openness, attention-to-detail, and hands-on, modern approach to Wealth Management are a true embodiment of what John and MDRN Wealth stand for, and I look forward to seeing how our partnership (and my money!) grows from here.
P.S. John has even provided more tax help than I normally get from my long-term CPA!
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Dec 13, 2022
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Nov 7, 2022
I am so grateful to have had connected with John. I have shied away from getting a financial advisor but he reached out to let me know he would help me. As Youth it's important to have someone who has plenty of experience and wise advice to advise you early on, so you are not only stable but successful in the future financially. John is that someone. I learned so much in just one virtual meeting with him. I look forward to growing with John, not only financially but as a Young adult.
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Former Client
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Nov 3, 2022
I found MDRN Wealth through Reddit, of all places. I struck up a conversation there with John, and that evolved into a couple of video calls where we basically interviewed each other over a few hours and learned what each of our philosophies, priorities and goals are. It became evident pretty quickly that we were a good fit. I am sure that my account is not the biggest account under MDRN Wealth management by any stretch of the imagination, but the level of interest and care exhibited by John has been nothing short of extraordinary.
Couple that with the sleek and powerful web platform that MDRN Wealth uses (Altruist) to track and monitor my account progress, I couldn't be happier. It's hands-down the best asset management tool that I've used.
It took me just a minute to make the decision to pull my accounts from of the various places that they were and place them with MDRN Wealth, but now I'm only kicking myself for not doing it sooner.
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Nov 3, 2022
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
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Oct 31, 2022
John, the founder of MDRN Wealth, is an extremely dedicated and focused individual. I trust him with my money. Markets down in 2022...my investments with MDRN Wealth are currently up.
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Oct 31, 2022
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
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Oct 25, 2022
My wife and I just came on board with MDRN Wealth yesterday. John is very knowledgeable and genuine. Looking forward to navigating our financial journey with him. Highly recommend checking him out!
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Oct 25, 2022
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Oct 18, 2022
My spouse and I are separating and were not sure what to do in regard to housing and managing our real estate assets. John listened carefully to the complexities of our situation and helped talk through every option. Thanks to John, we now have confidence in our plan moving forward. I can certainly recommend reaching out to John based on his experience and ability to understand unique situations and needs.
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Former Client
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Oct 14, 2022
I’ve known and followed John’s career for years since his early-career days at Schwab. And I’m so happy seeing John thrive in this entrepreneurial endeavor doing what he’s most passionate about – making financial planning accessible for many others! John made the discovery conversation very easy and took the time to ask important questions to truly understand how my financial health and needs can align with major life goals. He also covered many topics that I’ve shied away from, such as tax planning and investment, with a very easy-to-understand approach.
Having recruited and spoken with many advisors before, I knew that I could trust John’s expertise and financial planning guidance to help me achieve my goals. I’d highly recommend John and MDRN Wealth to anyone, no matter what asset level you have or how complex your financial planning needs might be. Know that you’re in truly capable hands! 😊
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Oct 14, 2022
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Oct 9, 2022
First time in my life I actually feel at peace with my finances. John covered everything from investments, my retirement, my estate plan and even taxes. Love how I get to use alternatives that other advisors that I have worked with in the past have never discussed. The client interface when I login to see my investments is by far the best. If you’re hesitant about working with a financial planner, John and the MDRN Wealth team will completely change your mind, I know mine was!
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Client as of Oct 9, 2022
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
5 Stars
✅ Wealthtender Certified Advisor Review™
Oct 3, 2022
Was skeptical about working with a financial planner but John completely changed my perspective. I thought a financial plan was all about budgeting or planning for retirement, but John covered areas of my finances that I didn’t even think to have a plan for.
Relationship to Financial Advisor: Former Client
Compensation: This reviewer received no compensation for this review.
Conflicts of Interest: There are no material conflicts of interest.
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John Boyd, CFP® received the 2025 Wealthtender Voice of the Client Highly Rated Advisor award.
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Wealthtender awarded John Boyd, CFP® with its 2025 Voice of the Client Highly Rated Advisor Award on 06/01/25. Rating criteria based on eligible client reviews published on Wealthtender between 1/1/24 and 06/01/25. Although MDRN Wealth compensates Wealthtender for marketing services (including eligibility to be considered for this award), Wealthtender’s award criteria is objective and not influenced by compensation. This award is not a guarantee of future performance or success and client reviews may not be representative of the experience of all past or future clients. ↗️ View additional award details and FAQs (wt.reviews/awards)