Build Wealth. Protect What Matters Most.

Whether you’re planning for retirement, securing your family’s future, or preserving your legacy. Our personalized financial strategies are designed to help you grow your assets and protect them for generations to come.

Build Wealth. Protect What Matters Most.

Whether you’re planning for retirement, securing your family’s future, or preserving your legacy. Our personalized financial strategies are designed to help you grow your assets and protect them for generations to come.

About Ruben Davis

Franchisee. Strategist. Wealth Builder.

Ruben Davis is the Founder and Owner of his practice and a Los Angeles native, UCLA graduate, and proud U.S. Air Force Reservist. With over 17 years of experience in real estate, mortgage lending, and financial strategy, Ruben has built and led one of Southern California’s fastest-growing brokerages—helping hundreds of families buy homes, protect their assets, and build long-term wealth.

As the owner and lead strategist, Ruben takes a hands-on approach with every client. He believes financial planning should be simple, honest, and built around real life—not sales pressure or complicated jargon.

Through his firm and his partnership with The Financial Architects, Ruben helps families grow, protect, and preserve their wealth using personalized strategies that include retirement planning, mortgage protection, life insurance with living benefits, annuities, and legacy planning.

Known for his discipline, integrity, and straight-forward leadership style, Ruben built his business on trust—not hype. His mission is simple: help families gain clarity, confidence, and control over their financial future—without the fluff.

About Michelle Martínez

Lead Agent. Strategist. Family Protector.

Michelle Martinez is a Lead Agent with The Financial Architects Team, bringing over a decade of hands-on experience in insurance and financial protection. She began her career in life insurance in 2011 and later expanded into health insurance, giving her a deep, well-rounded understanding of how families need to protect both their income and their future.

After returning to the industry in 2024, Michelle quickly earned the trust of leadership and was selected to serve as the CEO’s Interim Assistant, overseeing multiple policies and accounts with accuracy, professionalism, and care. This role sharpened her operational expertise and reinforced her commitment to doing things the right way—every time.

Driven by her passion for direct client impact, Michelle chose to step into a solo-agent role, where she leads her own practice and works closely with families one-on-one. Her focus is simple: helping people protect what matters most—their families, their homes, and their legacies.

Michelle specializes in customized protection strategies, including mortgage protection, whole life insurance, tax-free retirement strategies, “Rich Man’s Roth” policies, and life insurance with living benefits. Known for her clarity, compassion, and follow-through, Michelle’s mission is to help families make confident decisions and build long-term security without confusion or pressure.

About Ruben Davis

Veteran. Strategist. Wealth Builder.

Ruben Davis is a Los Angeles native, UCLA graduate, and proud U.S. Air Force Reservist. With over 17 years of experience in real estate and mortgage financing, he built one of Southern California’s fastest-growing brokerages—helping hundreds of families buy, sell, and protect their homes.

Now, through his partnership with The Financial Architects, Ruben helps clients grow and protect their wealth with personalized strategies in retirement planning, mortgage protection, life insurance with living benefits, annuities, and more.

Known for his honesty, discipline, and no-nonsense approach, Ruben is committed to helping families secure their financial future—without the fluff.

About Michelle Martínez

Lead Agent. Strategist. Family Protector.

Michelle Martinez is a Lead Agent with The Financial Architects Team, bringing over a decade of hands-on experience in insurance and financial protection. She began her career in life insurance in 2011 and later expanded into health insurance, giving her a deep, well-rounded understanding of how families need to protect both their income and their future.

After returning to the industry in 2024, Michelle quickly earned the trust of leadership and was selected to serve as the CEO’s Interim Assistant, overseeing multiple policies and accounts with accuracy, professionalism, and care. This role sharpened her operational expertise and reinforced her commitment to doing things the right way—every time.

Driven by her passion for direct client impact, Michelle chose to step into a solo-agent role, where she leads her own practice and works closely with families one-on-one. Her focus is simple: helping people protect what matters most—their families, their homes, and their legacies.

Michelle specializes in customized protection strategies, including mortgage protection, whole life insurance, tax-free retirement strategies, “Rich Man’s Roth” policies, and life insurance with living benefits. Known for her clarity, compassion, and follow-through, Michelle’s mission is to help families make confident decisions and build long-term security without confusion or pressure.

A Clear Plan for Your Life and Your Family

We look at your whole financial picture—not just numbers on a page. Your goals, your comfort level, and what truly matters to you. Our job is to help you grow, protect, and pass on what you’re building, so your hard work today creates security for the people you love tomorrow.

Turning Confusion Into Confidence

Money can feel overwhelming. We break things down in a way that actually makes sense—investments, taxes, and big financial decisions—so you feel informed, calm, and confident instead of stressed or unsure.

By Your Side, No Matter What Comes Next

Life changes, markets shift, and goals evolve. We don’t disappear after the first conversation. We stay with you, adjust your plan as needed, and help you stay on track—so you always know you’re moving forward with purpose and clarity.

A Clear Plan for Your Life and Your Family

We look at your whole financial picture—not just numbers on a page. Your goals, your comfort level, and what truly matters to you. Our job is to help you grow, protect, and pass on what you’re building, so your hard work today creates security for the people you love tomorrow.

Turning Confusion Into Confidence

Money can feel overwhelming. We break things down in a way that actually makes sense—investments, taxes, and big financial decisions—so you feel informed, calm, and confident instead of stressed or unsure.

By Your Side, No Matter What Comes Next

Life changes, markets shift, and goals evolve. We don’t disappear after the first conversation. We stay with you, adjust your plan as needed, and help you stay on track—so you always know you’re moving forward with purpose and clarity.

Client Testimonials

“Ruben took the time to explain every financial option available to me. I finally feel like I have a plan for retirement not just a hope. His honesty and knowledge are unmatched.”
- Carla M., School Administrator
“After working with Ruben, I consolidated my debt, set up life insurance with living benefits, and started building a true financial plan. I’ve never felt more confident about my future.”
- James T., Small Business Owner
“I was overwhelmed with my mortgage and uncertain about my next steps. Ruben not only helped me protect my home but showed me how to potentially pay it off faster than I thought possible.”
- Monica R., Homeowner

Client Testimonials

“Ruben took the time to explain every financial option available to me. I finally feel like I have a plan for retirement not just a hope. His honesty and knowledge are unmatched.”
- Carla M., School Administrator
“After working with Ruben, I consolidated my debt, set up life insurance with living benefits, and started building a true financial plan. I’ve never felt more confident about my future.”
- James T., Small Business Owner
“I was overwhelmed with my mortgage and uncertain about my next steps. Ruben not only helped me protect my home but showed me how to potentially pay it off faster than I thought possible.”
- Monica R., Homeowner

Tax-Free Retirement

Many people save inside 401(k)s and IRAs without realizing:

  • Taxes are due when you withdraw

  • Required minimum distributions can force withdrawals

  • Market volatility can impact retirement income

Tax-free retirement strategies are designed to:

  • Create income that can be accessed tax-free

  • Reduce future tax exposure

  • Protect against market downturns

  • Provide predictable retirement income

This strategy is often used by high earners, business owners, and families who want certainty and control in retirement. Learn how you can do it for yourself as well.

Life Insurance Solutions

We help you choose the right coverage based on your goals — not pressure or confusion.

Coverage Options We Offer

Term Life Insurance

  • Affordable coverage for a set period

  • Ideal for income replacement and family protection

Permanent Life Insurance (Whole Life)

  • Lifetime coverage

  • Builds guaranteed cash value

  • Can support long-term financial strategies

Mortgage Protection

  • Helps pay off your home if something happens to you

  • Protects your family from losing the house

Income Protection

  • Helps replace income during illness or injury

  • Keeps bills paid when work stops

Infinite Banking

  • Uses cash-value life insurance as a personal banking system

  • Access funds without traditional lenders

Living Benefits

  • Access policy funds in case of serious illness

  • Money can be used for medical bills or living expenses

Cash Value

  • Grows over time

  • Can be accessed or borrowed against

Living Trust

A will is a legal document that explains who you want to receive your assets, but it must go through probate court before anything is distributed. This process can take months, cost thousands of dollars, and become public record.

A living trust is a legal arrangement that allows your assets to be transferred without going through court. Your instructions are carried out privately and efficiently, exactly as you intended.

With a living trust, you can:

  • Avoid probate delays and costly court fees

     

  • Keep your financial affairs private

     

  • Protect children and chosen beneficiaries

     

  • Decide exactly how and when your assets are distributed

     

If you own a home, have children, or simply want peace of mind knowing your family won’t face unnecessary stress, a living trust is one of the most important documents you can have

“What would happen to your estate if you don’t have either?”

Final Expense

Most families aren’t prepared for how expensive end-of-life costs really are.

Funerals, medical bills, and final expenses can easily total $10,000 or more, and those costs are often due immediately.

Without coverage, the burden doesn’t disappear — it gets passed to your children or loved ones during one of the hardest moments of their lives.

Final expense insurance is designed to make sure:

  • Your family isn’t forced to come up with money overnight

  • Loved ones don’t have to use credit cards or fundraisers

  • Your final wishes are handled with dignity, not stress

These plans are:

  • Available with no medical exam

  • Designed for individuals up to age 80

  • Simple, affordable, and fast to approve

Final expense coverage isn’t about money — it’s about protecting your family from a financial crisis during an emotional one.

401(k) Rollovers

If you have retirement savings in a 401(k), 403(b), or 457(b) plan, those funds don’t always need to remain with a former employer or current plan administrator.

In many cases, a rollover can move those funds into a strategy that offers more flexibility, better income options, and clearer long-term planning.

How a Rollover May Help

A rollover may help you:

  • Reduce unnecessary fees

  • Gain better investment or income options

  • Protect a portion of your savings from market risk

  • Create more predictable retirement income

Common Qualifying Events for a Rollover

You may be eligible to roll over your retirement account after certain life or employment changes, including:

  • Change of jobs or retirement

  • Change of plan administrator

  • Death of a spouse

  • Divorce or legal separation

  • Disability

  • Reaching eligible retirement age

What Happens If I Don’t Roll It Over During a Qualifying Event?

When a qualifying event occurs, there’s often a limited window to take action.

If no action is taken:

  • Your funds may remain locked in the current plan

  • Fees and limited investment options can continue

  • Certain rollover opportunities may be lost

Sometimes doing nothing reduces future flexibility, even if it doesn’t feel urgent at the time.

Understanding the 59½ Rule

The 59½ rule determines when you can access retirement funds without an early-withdrawal penalty.

  • Withdrawals before age 59½ may trigger a 10% IRS penalty, plus taxes

  • After 59½, the penalty is removed (taxes may still apply)

This rule affects most tax-deferred retirement accounts, including 401(k)s, 403(b)s, 457(b)s, and traditional IRAs.

What Are RMDs (Required Minimum Distributions)?

RMDs are mandatory withdrawals required by the IRS from certain retirement accounts once you reach age 73 (2026 rules).

RMDs apply to:

  • Traditional IRAs

  • SEP & SIMPLE IRAs

  • 401(k), 403(b), and governmental 457(b) plans

RMDs:

  • Must be taken every year

  • Are taxed as ordinary income

  • Apply whether or not you need the money

(Roth IRAs do not have RMDs for the original owner.)

Our Approach

We help you understand:

  • When a rollover is allowed

  • What rules apply to your specific account

  • How penalties, taxes, and RMDs may impact your retirement

No pressure. Just clarity — so you can make informed decisions about your money.

Debt Solutions

High-interest debt can block your financial future.

Our debt solutions are designed to help:

  • Lower monthly payments

  • Organize multiple debts

  • Reduce financial stress

  • Create a realistic path forward

No judgment. Just solutions.