Ascensus, the nation’s largest independent retirement and college savings services provider, acquired Oregon-Based Wrangle, the leading provider of health & welfare Form 5500 preparation and related ERISA compliance services in the country. Financial terms were not disclosed. "Joining Ascensus will allow us to continue to meet the compliance needs of our clients with the support of a nationally recognized, benefits-focused organization," says Lynda Taylor, Wrangle's chief operating officer. "We'll take advantage of their considerable resources to maintain our status as a service champion and solid partner for those seeking assistance with health & welfare Form 5500 filings and ERISA reporting and disclosure."