Wealth Enhancement Group scores $1.22B Texas RIA

Wealth Enhancement Group scores $1.22B Texas RIA
The national independent’s latest acquisition, led by a three-decade industry veteran, marks its fifth deal for 2024.
MAY 29, 2024

Wealth Enhancement Group has closed another deal in the south with an independent RIA in Houston, Texas.

Wealth Enhancement Group announced Wednesday that it has acquired The Financial Advisory Group, bringing its total client assets to over $81.5 billion.

Since its inception in 1997, the Financial Advisory Group has grown to manage more than $1.22 billion in client assets. The firm is led by Richard Alphonso and includes seven financial advisors and 14 support team members.

The firm offers a blend of tax planning, traditional investment management, family office services, and comprehensive financial planning, targeting niches such as oral surgeons, doctors, attorneys, and business owners.

In a statement, Jeff Dekko, chief executive officer of Wealth Enhancement Group, highlighted the firm’s “dedication to delivering a high-quality client experience and customized financial services,” underscoring its alignment with his firm’s goals.”

The acquisition is also part of Wealth Enhancement Group’s broader strategic expansion into Texas, marking its third location in the state.

Alphonso, who’s been in the industry for 32 years, including 26 as an investment advisor, described the transaction as the opportunity of a lifetime to continue delivering wealth management services to the next generation.”

“This partnership will allow us to enhance our clients' experience, shift responsibilities that don't contribute to the overall client experience, and provide professional opportunities to the next generation of professionals who serve our clients,” he said.

The deal to snap up the Financial Advisory Group in Texas marks Wealth Enhancement Group’s fifth acquisition for 2024.

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