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Wealth Enhancement enters Ann Arbor with $118M hybrid RIA acquisition
RIA NEWS APR 05, 2026
Wealth Enhancement enters Ann Arbor with $118M hybrid RIA acquisition

Deal expands the firm’s presence in Michigan and follows multi-billion-dollar additions in March.

By Steve Randall
Fintech bytes: Zocks rolls out MCP capability for general AI tools
FINTECH APR 02, 2026
Fintech bytes: Zocks rolls out MCP capability for general AI tools

eMoney's premium client portal is also getting a customization boost, while Capitalize unveils a new rollover platform for advisors eyeing the 401(k) space.

By Leo Almazora
SEC sues estate of Massachusetts advisor, firm over alleged $1.68M misappropriation
REGULATION, LEGAL & COMPLIANCE APR 02, 2026
SEC sues estate of Massachusetts advisor, firm over alleged $1.68M misappropriation

Complaint describes yearslong pattern of transfers allegedly diverted to personal and business expenses.

By Leo Almazora
Washington’s new millionaire tax: What advisors need to watch
RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 02, 2026
Washington’s new millionaire tax: What advisors need to watch

New levy on seven‑figure incomes could reshape residency, compensation and planning conversations for the Pacific state’s wealthiest clients.

By Leo Almazora
Fintech startup Sekond wants to bolster advisors’ private markets arsenal with liquidity monitoring tool
ALTERNATIVES APR 02, 2026
Fintech startup Sekond wants to bolster advisors’ private markets arsenal with liquidity monitoring tool

“It’s trying to help advisors, empower them in that conversation with their clients,” said Rasmus Goksor, CEO of Sekond.

By James Rogers
Modern Wealth, Socium announce $1B+ deals with entries into new markets
MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS APR 02, 2026
Modern Wealth, Socium announce $1B+ deals with entries into new markets

Deals add scale, talent, and new markets as firms expand RIA and hybrid footprints.

By Steve Randall
SEC charges broker with insider trading tied to stolen laptop secrets
REGULATION, LEGAL & COMPLIANCE APR 01, 2026
SEC charges broker with insider trading tied to stolen laptop secrets

A compliance officer, a mouse-jiggling device, and over $530K in alleged insider profits.

By Tez Romero
Robinhood distances sports sponsorships strategy from prediction markets
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS APR 01, 2026
Robinhood distances sports sponsorships strategy from prediction markets

As Michael Jordan's 23XI Racing drives Robinhood-sponsored cars to the top of the NASCAR standings, fans can also use Robinhood's app to wager on race outcomes and other sporting events.

By Andrew Cohen
February-March tax refund surge could offset consumer angst – for now
RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 01, 2026
February-March tax refund surge could offset consumer angst – for now

Bigger average refunds and a shift toward direct deposit are changing when cash hits checking accounts, with potential spillovers into spring spending data.

By Leo Almazora
RIA moves: Cerity plants Tennessee stake with Covenant Partners deal
RIA NEWS APR 01, 2026
RIA moves: Cerity plants Tennessee stake with Covenant Partners deal

Elsewhere, Carson Group bolstered its presence in Washington while Integrated adds a $600 million Ameriprise team in Denver.

By Leo Almazora
 Americans' fears over retirement healthcare costs outpace planning
RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 01, 2026
Americans' fears over retirement healthcare costs outpace planning

New D.A. Davidson survey shows most households worried about medical bills in retirement – but few have run the numbers.

By Leo Almazora
Americans boost retirement savings target to $1.46M as anxiety over shortfalls intensifies
RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 01, 2026
Americans boost retirement savings target to $1.46M as anxiety over shortfalls intensifies

Higher ‘magic number’ reflects inflation, longevity and rising uncertainty about retirement security.

By Steve Randall
IRS reports 4 million children enrolled in ‘Trump Accounts’ as $1,000 pilot expands
REGULATION, LEGAL & COMPLIANCE APR 01, 2026
IRS reports 4 million children enrolled in ‘Trump Accounts’ as $1,000 pilot expands

Government-backed savings program gains early traction with strong family participation

By Steve Randall
DOL’s new 401(k) proposal hailed as step towards ‘fairer’ retirement system
RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 01, 2026
DOL’s new 401(k) proposal hailed as step towards ‘fairer’ retirement system

Private markets have remained out of reach for the average American saver until now, says Daniel Cahill, head of U.S. defined contribution at asset manager Partners Group.

By James Rogers
No more silos! Why life insurance and annuities are joining the same conversation
RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 01, 2026
No more silos! Why life insurance and annuities are joining the same conversation

As advisors shift from a product‑centric mindset to one focused on client outcomes, they’ve become more open to bringing annuities and life insurance into a single, integrated planning conversation.

By Gregg Greenberg
Fixed income is back, but the role of bonds is evolving
EXPERT ADVICE APR 01, 2026
Fixed income is back, but the role of bonds is evolving

Fixed income is delivering yield again, but its real value lies in how advisors rethink its role in managing risk, income, and portfolio balance

By Brian Kovack, Esq.
Federal court cuts Holmes sentence after finding no investor suffered hardship
REGULATION, LEGAL & COMPLIANCE MAR 31, 2026
Federal court cuts Holmes sentence after finding no investor suffered hardship

The investors' own paperwork worked against them in the sentence reduction ruling

How women are redefining modern philanthropy
OPINION MAR 31, 2026
How women are redefining modern philanthropy

Women are moving charitable giving from reactive donations to intentional, values-led strategies that tie impact to tax planning, legacy goals, and measurable outcomes.

By Laura Combs
Advisor moves: UBS nabs Arkansas-based rainmaker from Merrill
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS MAR 31, 2026
Advisor moves: UBS nabs Arkansas-based rainmaker from Merrill

Meanwhile, Wells Fargo's FiNet welcomes a $300 million pair from Private Advisor Group, and Raymond James reels in another veteran advisor from Commonwealth.

By Leo Almazora
Kestra continues to nab recruiters from inside LPL
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS MAR 31, 2026
Kestra continues to nab recruiters from inside LPL

InvestmentNews reported in February that Kestra was beefing up its group of recruiters.

By Bruce Kelly