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Beacon Pointe Advisors acquires ACT Wealth Management

Allen, Texas-based wealth manager with offices in Raleigh, North Carolina, and about $637 million in assets under management, focused on airline professionals.

Beacon Pointe Advisors has acquired ACT Wealth Management, LLC, a wealth management firm with offices in Allen, Texas, and Raleigh, North Carolina. The acquisition formally closed on October 31, 2026, and brings Beacon Pointe's total assets under advisement to about $71 billion.

ACT Wealth Management was founded in 2010 by Daniel Archer, Brennan Cross and Ray Tanner, and advises on about $637 million in assets. The firm builds individualized portfolios and coordinates with accountants and attorneys. Its principals have worked with airline pilots, crew members and their families since 1996, advising on retirement benefits, distributions and Roth conversions.

Beacon Pointe CEO Matt Cooper said ACT's understanding of employer benefits and family priorities complements the firm's comprehensive approach.

Deal facts

Target
ACT Wealth Management
Business
Wealth management firm serving affluent clients nationwide, with a specialized practice for airline pilots, crew members and their families
Buyer
Beacon Pointe Advisors
Deal type
Strategic
Headquarters
Allen, Texas
Advisers
  • Advisor Growth Strategies adviser
Status
Completed
Announced
Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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