Giving your teenager a credit card may seem like a scary proposition, but it could be the safest way to teach them about credit. Credit expert John Ulzheimer says it's just like teaching your teenager how to operate a car, but in a controlled environment. “Nobody would just let a teen hop in a car and drive,” says Ulzheimer, who formerly worked with Equifax and FICO. “And nobody should just let their kid get a card on their own someday without some teaching by the parents.”
Trilogy Capital is having a strong fourth quarter. Following its recent acquisition of Mountain Capital Investment Advisors and its $1 billion in client assets, the firm has now added Steve Whitman as Senior Vice President of Wealth Management. Whitman, who managed nearly $225 million at Morgan Stanley Wealth Advisors, will be based in Trilogy’s San Diego office.
“Steve is exactly the kind of distinguished advisor we want at Trilogy,” said Jason Inglis, Chief Development Officer, Trilogy. “His four decades of experience and client-centric approach reflect the values our firm was built on, and we are proud to welcome him to Trilogy.”
Whitman works with affluent families, creating and implementing comprehensive, multi-generational financial strategies tailored to each client’s unique circumstances.
“Trilogy provides the depth of resources and a team of experienced advisors to partner with,” said Whitman. “Clients will have access to Trilogy’s broader resources, including investment management, comprehensive advanced wealth planning and tax preparation. This move is a real positive for myself and my clients.”
Windus Fernandez Brinkkord, Senior Vice President of Wealth Management in Trilogy’s San Diego office, added, “Steve’s wealth of knowledge and genuine passion for serving his clients is a strong complement to Trilogy’s approach. We’re excited to partner with him and to offer clients an expanded, collaborative experience.”
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Trilogy Capital, Inc., an Irvine, California-based wealth management firm, has acquired Mountain Capital Investment Advisors, LLC, a Westminster, Colorado-based registered investment advisor overseeing more than $1 billion in client assets.
The acquisition represents Trilogy’s largest transaction of 2026 and expands its network to 11 offices, including two locations in Colorado.
Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
Mountain Capital has operated as an independent SEC-registered investment advisor for 15 years, providing financial planning, investment management and specialized advisory services to individuals, families and small businesses.
The acquisition strengthens Trilogy’s presence in Colorado….read more.
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