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Sid Financial Services, LLC logoHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 59%99+58.1Reliability 26%98+25.6Value 15%100+15.2Experts Score= 99Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.99SCORE

Sid Financial Services, LLC

San Mateo, CA · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #21Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 66 retirement planning · 5.0★ from 40 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other retirement planning (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: value and momentum; weakest: reliability.

SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Sid Financial Services, LLC is better than 99% of retirement planning.A
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ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Sid Financial Services, LLC is better than 98% of retirement planning.A
98
Craft & serviceCraft & service · 0% of the scoreGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Sid Financial Services, LLC is better than —% of retirement planning.–
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ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Sid Financial Services, LLC is better than 100% of retirement planning.A
100
MomentumMomentum · 0% of the scorePenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Sid Financial Services, LLC is better than 100% of retirement planning.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Sid Financial Services, LLC is better than —% of retirement planning.–
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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.16
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).5.00
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Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 92/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Financial plan”:Stars on this job 55%Number of such jobs 25%Overall Experts Score 20%Stars are pulled toward the category average when a company has few tagged jobs, so 3 perfect reviews don’t beat 80 great ones. 4.3★ scores 0, 5.0★ scores full. Volume is compared with the busiest company for this job.#10 / 35
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 16 Google reviews tagged “Financial plan”

Laura6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a week ago★★★★★

Kalvin Sid is an incredibly knowledgeable and thoughtful financial planner... he is all about serving his client first and foremost. He is able to explain recommendations and the reasoning behind them in understandable English... and ... has the patience of a saint for those of us who require a lot of hand holding…

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Walter8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited a week ago★★★★★

Kalvin is fantastic. He has provided sound investment advice and services after listening to and considering our priorities with respect to financial, family, life and even spiritual goals. Kalvin also is very knowledgeable about tax considerations when considering investment options. He is very caring and easy to work with.

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Minie7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

I had recently retired early due to medical reasons. I worked for the government and have a TSP fund. Unfortunately, there are many companies just waiting for the opportunity to get their hands on your retirement. I am so grateful that Jesus Christ lead me to Kalvin. I was not prepared for retiring so early, it is…

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M16 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 3 months ago★★★★★

We’ve been working with Kalvin and his team for over fifteen years. The integrity and professionalism that Kalvin and his team live out daily is remarkable. Kalvin’s work made it possible for us to pay California college expenses for two children, and still responsibly save money for other expenses. I happily tell…

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BellaLocal Guide · 9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★

Kalvin is a well-informed, highly experienced advisor. He truly is someone who cares about his clients. Honest, candid, and respectful professional!

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Pat6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★

Sid is very engaging and responsive to our needs, as well as flexible to view respond to us from our perspective.

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SteveLocal Guide · 14 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 6 months ago★★★★★

We have consulted with Kevin Sid many times over the years and he has always given us sound wisdom. We just finished another session with him and the information that he gave is invaluable. I invested through him for my SEP and it always did very well. He is a very knowlegable financial advisor. Steve and Patti

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Lauren6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 9 months ago★★★★★

Wow. What an incredible team of people. I came in for a consultation two weeks ago, woefully underprepared, and in tears as I’m going through a difficult life transition (which is why I will soon need Financial Planning). Amy, who I had spoken to on the phone but hadn’t met yet, was ready at the door with a…

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JudiLocal Guide · 16 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 9 months ago★★★★★

Working with Kalvin has been a game changer. He brings a calm, intelligent, and grounded approach to financial planning and never makes things feel rushed or intimidating. He’s excellent at breaking things down, answering questions honestly, and helping you make decisions with confidence. I trust his perspective…

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Sheryl5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 9 months ago★★★★★

Kalvin Sid has been my broker for about nine years now. I am a residential Painting contractor. He has always given me excellent professional advice, Most recently he has coached me in a very significant way. I trust him with all my investments. Kalvin is a great listener and very discerning. He really cares about…

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B2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 9 months ago★★★★★

Kalvin was super easy to work with, and very knowledgeable. I had done some research on my own and was overwhelmed by amount of information, but he was able to break down the concepts for me.

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Chris4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 10 months ago★★★★★

Kal Sid is one of the most competent, honest, helpful, and effective financial planners you'll ever meet. I trust no one more than him and his services with my money.

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Kevin5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Kalvin is a genuine and knowledgeable advisor that is focused on ensuring that not just your financial but life goals are being met. He's incredibly helpful and goes above and beyond in ensuring that he listens to you

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Dianne3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

I’ve been a client for 10 years and Mr. Sid has been an outstanding advisor. He understands my goals and works with me to meet and/or exceed them. He is not only professional but has shown genuine concern for my family. I highly recommend him and his wonderful staff.

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MichelleEdited 2 months ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

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Alberta2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

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