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Theresa pablos, CFP®

Your Financial Partner in Los Angeles.

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Theresa pablos, CFP®

Your Financial Partner in Los Angeles.

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About me

Hi, I'm Theresa Pablos. I built this practice to solve a specific problem: tech professionals are generating incredible wealth, but often lack the time or bandwidth to actually enjoy it.

You spend your days making high-stakes decisions and solving complex problems. The last thing you want to do when you sign off is decipher the tax implications of a tender offer or worry if you're saving enough for a home.

That's where I come in.

From navigating ISOs and RSUs to planning for potential IPOs, I handle the technical heavy lifting so you don't have to. My goal is simple: to take the noise of your financial life and turn it into a clear, actionable plan.

Because the point isn't just to have money. It's to have options.

My approach

I don't believe in deferring happiness for a retirement date that is decades away. I believe in using your wealth to fuel a life you love right now, whether that's taking a career break, traveling with your family, or just sleeping better at night knowing you have a plan.

My financial planning work is done through Equalis Financial, a 100% fee-only, fiduciary firm. I don’t sell products or take commissions. My only incentive is to help you navigate competing priorities with a plan that reflects your unique values.

If you’re ready to build a life that gives you options, let’s chat.

Quick Stats

Credentials

CFP® Professional

NAPFA Registered Advisor

Bachelor's degree

University of Southern California
Magna Cum Laude

Personal financial planning certificate

University of California, Los Angeles
With Distinction

Recognition & Awards

CFP Board's Richard B. Wagner Memorial Scholarship Fund Recipient

UCLA's Patricia and Michael Hausknost Scholarship Recipient

Phi Beta Kappa

Phi Kappa Phi

Current obsession

Training for the OC Half Marathon

Planning for tech professionals is personal

Helping my product manager partner navigate ISO exercise decision trees, AMT calculations, burnout, and recovery sabbaticals is what inspired me to pursue a financial planning career. With roots in Silicon Valley and a home base in Santa Monica, I’ve seen firsthand how a $400K+ household income can still feel like a treadmill when balancing concentrated stock, high housing costs, and the pressure of supporting family members who helped you succeed.

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Quick Stats

Credentials

CFP® Professional

NAPFA Registered Advisor

Bachelor's degree

University of Southern California
Magna Cum Laude

Personal financial planning certificate

University of California, Los Angeles
With Distinction

Recognition & Awards

CFP Board's Richard B. Wagner Memorial Scholarship Fund Recipient

UCLA's Patricia and Michael Hausknost Scholarship Recipient

Phi Beta Kappa

Phi Kappa Phi

Current obsession

Training for the OC Half Marathon

Contact Information

Email Address

tpablos@equalisfinancial.com

phone number

‪(310) 363-0383‬

Equalis financial addresses

7080 Hollywood Blvd, Suite 700, Los Angeles, CA 90028

1231 NW Hoyt St, Suite 203, Portland, OR 97209

Theresa Pablos, CFP®

Serving clients in Santa Monica and tech hubs nationwide.

© 2026 Theresa Pablos

Theresa Pablos is an Investment Adviser Representative of Avise Financial Cooperative, Inc., a Registered Investment Adviser doing business as Equalis Financial, LLC.

Avise Financial Cooperative, Inc. is a registered investment adviser with the SEC and may only transact business with residents of states where the firm is registered or otherwise legally permitted subject to exemption or exclusion from registration requirements. Registration with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission or any state securities authority does not imply a certain level of skill or training. The information on this site is provided “AS IS” and without warranties, either express or implied. To the fullest extent permissible according to applicable laws, Avise Financial Cooperative, Inc. (referred to as "Avise") disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including, but not limited to, implied warranties of merchantability, non-infringement, and suitability for a particular purpose. Avise does not warrant that the information will be free from error. None of the information provided is intended as investment, tax, accounting or legal advice,  as an offer or solicitation of an offer to buy or sell, or as an endorsement of any company, security, fund, or other securities or non-securities offering. This information should not be relied upon for transacting securities or other investments. Under no circumstances shall Avise be liable for any direct, indirect, special, or consequential damages that result from the use of, or the inability to use, the materials provided. In no event shall Avise Financial Cooperative, Inc. have any liability to you for damages, losses, and causes of action for accessing this commentary. Past performance is not indicative of future results.


Theresa Pablos, CFP®

Serving clients in Santa Monica and tech hubs nationwide.

© 2026 Theresa Pablos

Theresa Pablos is an Investment Adviser Representative of Avise Financial Cooperative, Inc., a Registered Investment Adviser doing business as Equalis Financial, LLC.

Avise Financial Cooperative, Inc. is a registered investment adviser with the SEC and may only transact business with residents of states where the firm is registered or otherwise legally permitted subject to exemption or exclusion from registration requirements. Registration with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission or any state securities authority does not imply a certain level of skill or training. The information on this site is provided “AS IS” and without warranties, either express or implied. To the fullest extent permissible according to applicable laws, Avise Financial Cooperative, Inc. (referred to as "Avise") disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including, but not limited to, implied warranties of merchantability, non-infringement, and suitability for a particular purpose. Avise does not warrant that the information will be free from error. None of the information provided is intended as investment, tax, accounting or legal advice,  as an offer or solicitation of an offer to buy or sell, or as an endorsement of any company, security, fund, or other securities or non-securities offering. This information should not be relied upon for transacting securities or other investments. Under no circumstances shall Avise be liable for any direct, indirect, special, or consequential damages that result from the use of, or the inability to use, the materials provided. In no event shall Avise Financial Cooperative, Inc. have any liability to you for damages, losses, and causes of action for accessing this commentary. Past performance is not indicative of future results.