Ground Control Business Management, part of Wealthspire’s broader advisory and business management platform, has acquired RSL and Company, a Los Angeles–based boutique firm with more than three decades of experience serving real estate owners, entertainment professionals, small businesses, and high‑net‑worth individuals. The acquisition deepens Ground Control’s technical tax capabilities and expands the range of complex client situations the firm can support across the country. The combined team will continue operating from RSL’s existing Los Angeles office, ensuring continuity for all clients.
RSL brings a long history of expertise in complex tax planning and compliance, cash management, bookkeeping, bill pay, and estate planning coordination. The firm has built its reputation on personalized service and long‑term client relationships, advising clients through the financial intricacies that accompany success in real estate, entertainment, and business. Ground Control emphasized that RSL’s technical depth and decades of experience strengthen its ability to serve clients with multifaceted financial lives.
Wealthspire noted that the acquisition aligns with its strategy of expanding its business management capabilities while maintaining a client‑first approach. With more than 1,200 employees across over 40 offices, Wealthspire provides a comprehensive platform that includes wealth management, institutional consulting, business management, family office services, and retirement plan advisory. The addition of RSL enhances Ground Control’s ability to deliver integrated solutions backed by deep research, technology, and operational expertise.
Ron Litvak, founder and CEO of RSL, will continue leading the firm and join Ground Control alongside all 15 RSL employees. Both organizations highlighted that the partnership is rooted in shared values, a commitment to client service, and a focus on helping individuals and businesses navigate financial complexity with clarity and confidence. The acquisition marks a meaningful step in Ground Control’s growth as it continues to expand its national footprint.
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“Expertise at the level RSL brings is hard to find and even harder to build. Their team has spent decades navigating the real complexity behind their clients’ financial lives including real estate structures, entertainment income, and business interests. We’re looking forward to what we can offer together.”
Chris Bucci, Chief Executive Officer of Ground Control
“We’ve succeeded by doing right by our clients. Ground Control, along with the broader Wealthspire team, operates the same way, and this partnership gives us the resources to keep raising the bar for them.”
Ron Litvak, Owner and Chief Executive Officer of RSL
