Get to Know Provident Financial Planning

Charting your course to financial prosperity with integrity and expertise

Our Mission

To provide trusted financial, tax, and estate planning Advice grounded in our Unwavering Commitment to faith, fiduciary duty, and professional excellence

We provide trusted, faith-driven financial guidance, backed by a flat fee structure, so that you can live life without the stress of unsure financial stability.

Faith In Christ

Our faith in Christ inspires us to conduct our business with unwavering honesty and integrity.

Expertise at Service

Utilizing our comprehensive financial expertise, we are dedicated to devising strategies that align with your distinctive financial goals and aspirations.

Flat-Fee Assurance

We stand by clear and transparent pricing with our flat fee structure, ruling out hidden costs or conflicts of interest.

Our Pledge to You

At Provident Financial Planning, we recognize the concerns that come with financial planning. We strive to provide you comfort. Our promise is to accompany you through every financial decision, customizing our approach to match your unique circumstances. With us, you will navigate your financial journey with confidence, assured that your best interests always guide us.

Who we serve

Fueling Your Financial Dreams

Tailored financial guidance, accompanying every phase of your wealth journey.

Building Wealth

investment and tax strategies for Professionals

Our custom strategies help you navigate the complex financial landscape, ensuring you maximize earnings and safeguard your wealth.

Corporations

Cash and treasury
Solutions for Businesses

From managing company assets to strategic tax planning, we offer businesses robust financial solutions.

Wealth Management

holistic and tailored financial Planning for families

Our financial planning services for retirees are designed to secure your wealth, optimize income, and let you enjoy your golden years without financial worries.

guidance for our clients with awards to back our expertise

Celebrating Our Excellence: We take pride in being honored with prestigious financial advisory awards in Dallas and Plano, attesting to our commitment to comprehensive service and advice.

"Paul has been a true blessing to us. Because of his faith and our trust in his guidance, we followed him from his former firm in 2018 when he founded his own company. We have been retired almost five years and feel secure as he watches and advises us. We highly recommend Provident Financial Planning and Paul."

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Introducing the Team

Our team consists of dedicated professionals who are fervent about assisting our clients in attaining their financial objectives.

Paul S. Michel, AEP® CFP®
Founder & CEO

Paul is founder and CEO of Provident Financial Planning. He is an Accredited Estate Planner® and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and has created hundreds of custom financial strategies for high-net-worth families. His primary focus is serving high-income and high net worth families accumulating or transferring wealth. 

 

He and his beautiful bride, Marchelle, and energy-filled daughters, Collins (9),Cora (8) & Quinn (6), live in north DFW. 

 

Paul is very involved at Prestonwood Baptist Church where he serves as a Deacon and LifeGroup director. He also serves on the Board at Prestonwood Christian Academy.

Paul is passionate about helping those in need which is why he and Marchelle established the non-profit organization, Provident Widows and Orphans Foundation. The foundation offers free financial, tax, and legal advice for young families who have experienced the death of one or both spouses.    

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Marchelle Michel
Director of Operations

Marchelle Michel serves as the Director of Operations at Provident Financial Planning and is also wife to the CEO, Paul Michel. She helps with strategic planning and execution at Provident Financial Planning and is committed to optimizing operations within the company.

Mendi Trogdon
Executive Assistant

Mendi provides administrative support to Provident Financial Planning. She is a graduate of Oklahoma State University and is passionate about helping others and teaching in Christian Education. In her free time, she enjoys photography, sports, and spending time with her husband and three children, Sevyn, Rok, and Truth. As a family, they strive to have a Kingdom focus in every area of their lives.

Kyle Skinner
Financial Planning Assistant

Kyle serves clients through an administrative role to support clients in achieving their financial goals.

A native of Flower Mound, and graduate of the University of Arkansas with a degree in Accounting, Kyle brings expertise in tax, financial reporting, and data analytics. As a CPA candidate eligible in May 2025, Kyle is committed to applying his knowledge to help clients navigate complex financial landscapes.

Kyle gained hands-on experience with RSM U.S., assisting in tax preparation and financial analysis for both individuals and corporations.

With a passion for financial planning and a client-focused approach, Kyle is committed to delivering exceptional support and insights to help Provident Financial Planning clients succeed.

Unleash Your Financial future with Provident Financial Planning!

Together, we can shape a financial strategy that enables you to realize your financial dreams. Reach out to us to find out more.