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Bison Wealth takes 'next natural step' to form $3B firm
NEWS RIAS JAN 09, 2025
Bison Wealth takes 'next natural step' to form $3B firm

Merger of two operating companies positions the Atlanta-based RIA for its next phase of continued rapid growth.

By Leo Almazora
Cerity Partners gets boost in Boston with Prio Wealth merger
NEWS RIAS JAN 09, 2025
Cerity Partners gets boost in Boston with Prio Wealth merger

The independent wealth giant's latest move in New England gives it an additional $4.1 billion in assets along with a "highly credentialed and experienced team."

By Leo Almazora
Wealth managers reject bearish arguments as S&P goes for 'three-peat'
NEWS RIAS JAN 09, 2025
Wealth managers reject bearish arguments as S&P goes for 'three-peat'

Wall Street may not be expecting an S&P 500 "three-peat" victory in 2025, but that does not mean they are not bullish.

By Gregg Greenberg
Mariner adds $292B with mega-deal for Cardinal Investment Advisors
NEWS RIAS JAN 09, 2025
Mariner adds $292B with mega-deal for Cardinal Investment Advisors

The private-equity backed wealth giant is adding two new locations in the Midwest, as well as considerable capabilities for its institutional business.

By Leo Almazora
Coldstream welcomes Seattle firms on continued Pacific Northwest push
NEWS RIAS JAN 09, 2025
Coldstream welcomes Seattle firms on continued Pacific Northwest push

The latest additions, a CPA practice and its sister RIA, boosts Coldstream's to $11.1 billion in advised assets while bolstering its tax capabilities.

By Leo Almazora
Savvy Advisors crosses $1B milestone to close 2024
NEWS RIAS JAN 09, 2025
Savvy Advisors crosses $1B milestone to close 2024

Founder and CEO hails industry-beating growth record, sealed by final four advisor additions, as proof of tech-empowered RIA's "belief in the value of human financial advice."

By Leo Almazora
Analyst cites LPL, Robinhood, Wells Fargo among top picks for 2025.
NEWS RIAS JAN 08, 2025
Analyst cites LPL, Robinhood, Wells Fargo among top picks for 2025.

“2024 was a good year for industry, and this year feels like we’re being shot out of a cannon,” one senior brokerage executive said.

By Bruce Kelly
Creative Planning lands $1.3B Wisconsin firm
NEWS RIAS JAN 08, 2025
Creative Planning lands $1.3B Wisconsin firm

Kowal Investment Group represents the private equity-backed aggregator's 10th new RIA affiliate in two years.

By Leo Almazora
Sanctuary Wealth welcomes former Truist Wealth advisors as first partners for 2025
NEWS RIAS JAN 08, 2025
Sanctuary Wealth welcomes former Truist Wealth advisors as first partners for 2025

The $50 billion RIA network's latest affiliate joins its international ultra-high-net-worth group with $700 million in assets.

By Leo Almazora
After 15 years of stealthy growth, $47B Benjamin F. Edwards opens 100th location
NEWS RIAS JAN 08, 2025
After 15 years of stealthy growth, $47B Benjamin F. Edwards opens 100th location

With roots going back more than 130 years, the privately held hybrid RIA based in Missouri is looking forward to continued independence.

By Leo Almazora
Carson Group cements advisor commitment with $1B Iowa firm acquisition
NEWS RIAS JAN 07, 2025
Carson Group cements advisor commitment with $1B Iowa firm acquisition

The leading RIA's latest move in Cedar Rapids extends longstanding partnership while supporting veteran leader's longer-term succession planning.

By Leo Almazora
EP Wealth makes Midwestern splash with $1.6B Executive Wealth Management
NEWS RIAS JAN 07, 2025
EP Wealth makes Midwestern splash with $1.6B Executive Wealth Management

The PE-backed RIA's inaugural deal in Michigan also vaults it past a key asset milestone.

By Leo Almazora
Senior executive at B. Riley’s RIA latest to bolt
NEWS RIAS JAN 07, 2025
Senior executive at B. Riley’s RIA latest to bolt

“Could he eventually convince more B. Riley advisors to move elsewhere?” one executive asked.

By Bruce Kelly
PE-backed Merit seals deal for $773M Zimmermann Investment Management
NEWS RIAS JAN 07, 2025
PE-backed Merit seals deal for $773M Zimmermann Investment Management

Acquisition of veteran-led practice gives the national RIA with $11.84 billion in assets its fourth office location in Pennsylvania.

By Leo Almazora
$70B Mercer Advisors starts off 2025 with bicoastal additions
NEWS RIAS JAN 07, 2025
$70B Mercer Advisors starts off 2025 with bicoastal additions

The top-ranked RIA firm is simultaneously growing its reach in Oregon and Georgia by welcoming three separate advisory practices.

By Leo Almazora
MAI Capital Management snaps up Garrison Asset Management
NEWS RIAS JAN 07, 2025
MAI Capital Management snaps up Garrison Asset Management

The $30 billion firm's latest acquisition adds a new location in Arkansas along with roughly $317 million in additional client assets.

By Leo Almazora
$18B RIA Homrich Berg welcomes tax planning lead to boost UHNW service
NEWS RIAS JAN 06, 2025
$18B RIA Homrich Berg welcomes tax planning lead to boost UHNW service

The Atlanta-based firm is raising its appeal to the affluent with a newly created position within its family office and ultra-high-net-worth division.

By Leo Almazora
Dynasty taps Raymond James alum to lead advisor transitions
NEWS RIAS JAN 06, 2025
Dynasty taps Raymond James alum to lead advisor transitions

The independent platform giant's newest executive hire comes with nearly two decades of experience in advisor support, onboarding, and operations roles.

By Leo Almazora
Focus extends merger strategy with Cardinal Point
NEWS RIAS JAN 06, 2025
Focus extends merger strategy with Cardinal Point

The RIA giant is making cross-border clients a priority as the Canada-based firm officially becomes its latest wealth hub.

By Leo Almazora
Turnover at the top
NEWS RIAS JAN 01, 2025
Turnover at the top

2024 saw substantial turnover at the top of the financial advice industry; at least half-a-dozen CEOs were replaced or announced they were leaving

By Bruce Kelly