About Us

We've been in the Financial Services industry for nearly 16 years and have provided relief, peace of mind and solutions to the financial needs of hundreds of satisfied clients. Solutions to our clients have made us a company built on referrals. We stay busy! 

It all began in June of 1992 (nearly 23 years ago). I can remember it very vividly my very last class in high school when my Economics teacher, Mr. Roguff, opened my eyes up to Economics, and I haven't been able to close them since! It was a simple act, a simple class, but little did I know a last class on “Individual Income Tax Return Preparation” was going to become my career, my livelihood. Thanks, Mr. Roguff!

Another highlight on that journey was my high school, Port Richmond High School, Staten Island, NY. To my amazement chose me to represent the school in a Statewide Math contest in December of 1991. Little did I know I would win that Math contest. Young and perhaps naïve, it never occurred to me that Math or something with numbers should have been my career.

Upon graduating high school, I could have pursued two different scholarships. One, for Soccer or the other for track and field. But, I guess, since I wanted to honor my Dad’s wishes, which I loved the idea as well, I move to Baltimore to pursue a degree in the medical field: Cardiology at Johns Hopkins University. Sadly, my high school transcript didn’t make it down here in time since the guidance counselor was overseas vacationing. I ended up going to Baltimore City Community College. Working a full-time job as a manager and in need of more cash for college, I took a tax course at Jackson Hewitt Tax Services for part-time nights and Saturdays. Little did I know that this was going to cause me to change my degree from Biology pursuing doing more taxes. After working there for a few years, I was offered a position at Master Puzzles, Inc. as the Director of Operations. There I learned a lot about computer programming, business amongst others. Master Puzzles entered the Guinness Book of World Records in 1999 by number one, releasing the first interactive Crossword Puzzle on the Web; and, Secondly, by having compiled more Crossword Puzzles in the world. Soon, the dot.com world collapsed and adversely affected that great opportunity. This also affected my college attendance at the Maryland Bible College & Seminary.

The next biggest thing was to go back to my first love: Tax Preparation. God providentially opened up an opportunity for me at a CPA firm, “My Office Tax & Business Service.” I was so thankful to God as I learned so much. While working there another opportunity opened up for me to work for the National Lending Corporation. There I became a loan Officer and eventually a Manager. Like any good thing, they can also come to an end. As my love and passion grew for taxes and mortgages that eventually led me to establish Darby Tax, Mortgage and Financial Services in 2007. A humble beginning, but trusting that it will be a sure foundation for the creation of jobs for many and for God’s glory. Today, we have two full-timers, and two part-timers. And, over the past few years, we’ve been able to employ a total of 10, plus a few of contractors.

Though we are looking forward to growing and creating more jobs, our Mission remains:

At Darby Financial Services, our Mission is to provide you, our Clients and Customers, with a vast array of innovative financial services to both individuals and businesses. We give the same attention to all clients, no matter how large or small. The accounting, tax preparation, and other financial services we provide are tailored to the unique needs of each client, ensuring the possible results and maximized returns. Our mortgage products are tailored to your needs and budget with the highest level of service in the broker community. We place a high value on our business relationships and are ready to partner with you to help you achieve the American Dream by owning your own home, and to help you build and grow your business.