I found Michael through Dave Ramsey's online Smartvestor tool for ELP's (Endorsed Local Provider). Michael reached out to me within a few hours of me seeking more information for an ELP and was able to meet with me within a few days of establishing contact. Michael gave me an hour of his time to go over my current financial standing (which required some work and adjustments) as well as some great financial advice that was not only in line with Dave Ramsey's recommendations but actually fine-tuned my individual portfolio a bit more than I could get just from Dave Ramsey's program. I left that initial hour meeting having felt like I learned several knew things regarding the financial realm as well as steps I needed to take to strengthen my personal finances.
Part of the requirements of being an ELP is that the professional must have the "heart of a teacher," which I can verify Michael Shelton possesses. If you're just looking for a financial professional to hand your financial documents over to be managed I'm sure Michael Shelton could do that; however, you'd be missing the most important benefit, his wealth of knowledge about the financial realm (which he gladly imparts to the consumer's he serves).
I would highly recommend (and already have recommended to my closer friends) Michael Shelton if you are looking for a financial professor to assist with investments, financial planning, debt reduction, taxes, etc...
I was asked to complete this survey by Michael Shelton and gladly did so because I was pleased with the service he provided (which he did not even charge me for). I did not receive any compensation outside of his consultation to complete this review.