Sandy Cove Advisors Joins Hightower Signature Wealth, Expanding Financial Planning Capabilities and Adding $752M in AUM
CHICAGO – September 30, 2026 – Hightower Advisors (“Hightower”) today announced that Sandy Cove Advisors (“Sandy Cove”), a Hingham, Massachusetts-based wealth management firm with approximately $752 million in assets under management*, has joined Hightower Signature Wealth (“HTSW”). The addition marks HTSW’s third external acquisition of 2026, expanding its presence in New England.
Founded by President and Chief Wealth Strategist Deirdre Prescott and led alongside Chief Investment Officer Kate Saltonstall, CFA®, Sandy Cove provides investment management, financial planning and family office services in a boutique setting. The practice is known for working closely with clients and their tax and legal professional advisors to coordinate investment, estate, tax and financial planning decisions, with a particular focus on family legacy planning and significant life transitions, including divorce.
“Deirdre, Kate and the Sandy Cove team have built a firm with strong client relationships and deep roots in their community,” said Jenn Frazier, President of Hightower Signature Wealth. “Their values and approach are closely aligned with ours, and we are delighted to welcome them to HTSW.”
“Sandy Cove was built on the belief that great financial advice begins with listening,” said Prescott. “We take the time to understand the complete picture, serve as a trusted partner and empower our clients with the information and confidence they need to make thoughtful, informed decisions. Joining HTSW gives us broader resources to support that work while preserving the personal relationships, values and client-first philosophy that have always defined Sandy Cove.”
“Our clients have worked hard to build their wealth, and we take seriously the responsibility of helping them invest thoughtfully,” said Saltonstall. “That begins with understanding each client’s goals, then building a disciplined investment strategy around them. HTSW’s expanded resources will strengthen that work while preserving the personalized guidance and steady perspective our clients expect from us.”
As part of HTSW, Sandy Cove will gain access to expanded investment, estate and tax planning, technology and marketing resources. The acquisition is designed to support the practice’s continued growth while preserving its strong leadership, relationships and community commitment.
The transaction is expected to close at the end of the third quarter and will bring HTSW’s total assets under management to more than $40 billion*. Sandy Cove was advised in the transaction by Rick Adler with Red Arrow Capital, LLC.
*As of 6/30/2026
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Headquartered in Chicago with offices nationwide, Hightower serves as a growth partner to independent-minded advisors seeking to scale their practices, elevate the client experience and access the benefits of a national brand. Learn more about Hightower’s collaborative business model at www.hightoweradvisors.com.
Hightower Advisors, LLC is an SEC-registered investment adviser. Registration as an investment adviser does not imply a certain level of skill or training. Advisory services offered through Hightower Advisors, LLC. Commissionable securities are offered through Hightower Securities, LLC, Member FINRA/SIPC. Hightower Advisors, LLC (and its affiliates) is unaffiliated with Red Arrow Capital, LLC and its affiliates.
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