Edelman Financial Engines has acquired Viridian Advisors, a Bothell, Washington-based registered investment adviser that manages $846 million and includes tax planning and preparation among its services.
The transaction, details of which were not disclosed, is expected to close in the second quarter.
Adriel Tam, who heads Viridian and its team of CPAs and planners, will join Edelman as head of its tax practice.
With over 600 clients, the $71 billion RIA acquirer's latest partner marks its second transaction in Oklahoma.
Also, wealth.com enters Commonwealth's tech stack, while Tifin@work deepens an expanded partnership.
Back office workers and support staff are particularly vulnerable when big broker-dealers lay off staff.
The fintech giant is doubling down on its strategy to reach independent advisors through a newly created leadership role.
The two firms are strengthening their presence in California with advisor teams from RBC and Silicon Valley Bank.
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