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Deals & Moves: Sanctuary Partner Launches $400M RIA; Wealth Enhancement Snags $164M Firm

Wealth Management

Founder and wealth advisor Joshua Manwaring leads the acquired firm, specializing in financial planning, retirement income planning, and tax and estate planning. It ranks among the top M&A acquirers in the space by deal volume, according to a recent report by consultancy Marshberry.

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RedBird-Backed Arax Pens Third $1B RIA Acquisition in 2025

Wealth Management

The firm is led by managing partners and senior financial consultants Michael Ott, Brent Spicuzza, and Pete Donovan. Summit was founded in 2016 as an RIA after breaking away from AXA Advisors, which is now Equitable, according to regulatory filings.

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Focused on the Future: Building a Purpose-Driven Firm with Liz Miller

Wealth Management

Previously, Liz was a principal owner of the investment manager, Trevor Stewart Burton & Jacobsen Inc., In addition to managing portfolios and client relationships, she led the firm’s equity research activities and stock selection of the investment committee.

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Is Talking to a Financial Planner Worth It? Exploring the Benefits of Financial Planning

Yardley Wealth Management

Retirement Planning Retirement planning is one area where talking to a financial planner proves particularly worthwhile. Tax Optimization When it comes to tax strategy, talking to a financial planner can be worth it for the potential savings alone.

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The Mark of a True Professional With Ike Trotter

NAIFA Advisor Today

As a Financial Services Professional for Ike Trotter Agency , he provides healthcare, risk management, and "basic" estate planning solutions to families and small businesses. He is also credentialed through The National Association of Estate Planning Councils as an Accredited Estate Planner.

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What Do Financial Adviser Designations Mean? What are the Letters after a Name?

Carson Wealth

Attorneys play a critical role in the financial planning process, particularly in estate planning. In financial services, you might encounter an LLM in tax or estate planning. . Broad Based Financial Planning Designations. CFP ® – CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER.

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What are the Different Types of Financial Advisors?

WiserAdvisor

These advisors vary in terms of their areas of expertise and the specific types of financial services they provide, and tailor their advice to their client’s financial situation, needs, and goals. Generally, a financial planner charges fees at an hourly fee, by the project, or as a percentage of assets under management.