Chip's Story

Chip Rathmell is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®), Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA®), Senior Vice President, Wealth Advisor, Senior Investment Management Consultant, and a second generation member of Morgan Stanley. He began his career at Morgan Stanley in 1993 and has been helping clients build and preserve their wealth by providing comprehensive wealth management strategies.

Chip focuses on developing and implementing financial plans for clients using risk and goal analysis, and asset allocation. He builds investment portfolios using an array of investment vehicles including institutional money managers, fixed income securities, equity securities, mutual funds, annuities, life insurance, alternative investments, and more.

Chip works with a range of clients including wealthy individuals, families, business owners, and executives, to support them with retirement planning. In addition to having access to Morgan Stanley's state-of-the-art resources and capabilities, Chip has access to world class economic analysts, as well as, tax and estate planning specialists. These resources allow him to assist investors in making educated and timely financial decisions. Chip also has extensive training and experience in analyzing an individual’s financial situation which provides him the ability to recommend a plan of action to help investors meet their near and long-term goals.

For Chip, being involved in his clients’ life journey and helping them navigate through challenges is most fulfilling. He is passionate about helping others improve their financial literacy and often shares his knowledge through lectures given to churches, business groups, clubs and other organizations. In addition, Chip and his family are involved with the Miracle League of North Orange County, a baseball league for people with various special needs.

Chip resides in Fullerton, California with his wife and enjoys spending time with his two children, fishing, woodworking, and photography. His son with Down syndrome has given him a unique perspective and life experience in navigating the obstacles and opportunities related to special needs planning. For Chip and his family, volunteering and making a difference is very important. They understand what it takes to build wealth from nothing and that helps keep them grounded.

If you would like to learn more about Chip's services, please feel free to contact him directly to discuss possible financial solutions for your goals.

Education:
• Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration - California State University, Fullerton
• CFP. Professional Education Program - College for Financial Planning - Centennial, Colorado
• Senior Consultants' Program - The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania
• Certified Investment management Analyst Designation (CIMA)
• Estate Planning Consultant Program - The American College - Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania
Services Include
Securities Agent: PA, ME, OH, NC, DC, MA, AR, HI, MN, NJ, NM, UT, TN, IL, ID, CT, AL, OK, NY, MD, GA, FL, MO, WI, AK, MI, TX, WY, CA, OR, AZ, CO, IN, MT, NV, VA, WA; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Transactional Futures/Commodities; Managed Futures
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CA Insurance License #: 0B34933
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My Services to You

No matter what you want to achieve, I will work with you to provide ongoing, comprehensive planning and advice to help you succeed.

I am here to provide a wide array of services centered on your financial goals. I’ll create a customize strategy to meet your needs and provide access to specialists as needed.

    Working With You

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      Discovery Process
      I take time to fully understand you, your family, and your goals when it comes to leaving a legacy you can be proud of. Whether you’re funding education, managing insurance risks, or looking to purchase a home, I am here to consider all of your objectives beyond retirement planning when building your financial roadmap.
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      Forming Your Strategy
      Using your life goals as our compass, I leverage Morgan Stanley’s Goals Based Planning System (GPS) to create a risk-balanced asset allocation and portfolio management strategy to help guide you towards success.
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      Implementing Your Plan
      I pair extensive investment research and planning analysis with the resources of Morgan Stanley to provide prudent and proactive advice with the goal of encompassing changes that may impact our approach such as with personal circumstances and the financial environment.
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      Measuring Your Success
      I maintain an open, ongoing dialogue to share metrics around your portfolio and the capital markets environment. Ultimately, I’ll measure your progress towards your planning goals of comfort, success, and well-being into and throughout retirement, and keep you updated along the way.

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      • Total Wealth View – Access streamlined views of your assets and liabilities, including mortgage information, aggregated from all of your financial institutions
      • Current Financial News – Access up-to-date news, current market data, research, company profiles, and quotes
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    Resources for You

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      2023 Federal Tax Table
      In 2023, the IRS has implemented adjustments to the Federal Tax Table to account for inflation. To learn more about the change, click here.
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      2022 Federal Tax Table
      Due to inflation, the IRS has adjusted the Federal Tax Table. For your convenience, Morgan Stanley has included both tables with the updated changes. For your comparison, you can find the 2022 tax table below.
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      Retirement Planning
      Retirement planning is more than making the right investments. Align your financial goals to your lifestyle, today and all the days that follow. Learn how I can help you meet your retirement savings challenges with customized financial solutions.
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      Thoughts On The Market Podcast
      With perspectives on the forces shaping the market, join Mike Wilson, Chief Investment Officer and Chief US Equity Strategist for Morgan Stanley, as he and his colleagues discuss a variety of viewpoints regarding the latest trends in the financial marketplace.
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      Now, What's Next?
      A podcast about what life after the pandemic might look like, and the opportunities for change that it presents.
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    Client Service Team

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      Tammy began working for Morgan Stanley in July 1991.   She has considerable training and experience in operations and compliance.   She has held numerous positions during her tenure with Morgan Stanley including receptionist, cashiering, wire operator, new accounts clerk, customer service associate, Branch Manager's assistant, Operations Manager and Compliance Officer.   Her function is that of an administrative manager.  She has the responsibility of seeing that all aspects of your account are handled properly.  She assists with developing  and implementing financial plans for clients using risk and goal analysis, and asset allocation.

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    Portfolio Insights

    Retirement

    Working with you to understand your life goals and develop a personalized wealth strategy. Today and for the years to come.
    • 401(k) Rollovers
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    A Simple Six-Step Retirement Checkup
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    A Simple Six-Step Retirement Checkup

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    Investing

    Working closely with you to guide your wealth and investments through the most challenging market cycles.
    • Asset Management
    • Wealth Planning
    • Traditional Investments
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    • Impact Investing
    2025 Midyear Economic Outlook: A Widespread Deceleration
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    2025 Midyear Economic Outlook: A Widespread Deceleration

    Global growth is likely to slow in 2025 and 2026 as the shock of higher U.S. tariffs crimps demand around the world.

    Family

    Creating customized financial strategies for the challenges that today’s families face.
    • Estate Planning Strategies
    • 529 Plans / Education Savings Planning
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    529 Plans: A Powerful Tool to Save for Education
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    529 Plans: A Powerful Tool to Save for Education

    Though education costs continue to climb, starting to save and invest early can make a difference.

    Business Planning

    Helping you on key aspects of your business such as ownership, liquidity and developing opportunities.
    • Succession Planning
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    Financial Planning for Life After Selling a Business
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    Financial Planning for Life After Selling a Business

    Selling your business can mean big changes for your life, both personally and financially. Know how to make the most of your windfall.

    Philanthropy

    Making sure your philanthropic dollars are managed with the same high quality service as the rest of your wealth.
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    Donor Advised Funds: A Smart Way to Manage Your Giving
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    Donor Advised Funds: A Smart Way to Manage Your Giving

    There's more to charitable giving than you may realize. Here's one method that may be a tax-efficient way to give and can help maximize your impact.

    Financial Wellness

    Enhancing Financial Wellness enables your workforce to do their best work. Companies that invest in financial wellness have an opportunity to:
    • Reduce employee stress,
    • Improve retention and engagement, and
    • Set themselves apart by offering comprehensive financial wellness benefits.
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    The Business Case for a Financially Resilient Workforce

    In the face of turbulent markets, the word “resilience” may be top of mind. Broadly speaking, resilience is the ability to “bounce back” when encountering life’s inevitable challenges.
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    7Investors should consider many factors before deciding which 529 plan is appropriate. Some of these factors include: the Plan’s investment options and the historical investment performance of these options, the Plan’s flexibility and features, the reputation and expertise of the Plan’s investment manager, Plan contribution limits and the federal and state tax benefits associated with an investment in the Plan. Some states, for example, offer favorable tax treatment and other benefits to their residents only if they invest in the state’s own Qualified Tuition Program. Investors should determine their home state’s tax treatment of 529 plans when considering whether to choose an in-state or out-of-state plan. Investors should consult with their tax or legal advisor before investing in any 529 Plan or contact their state tax division for more information. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC does not provide tax and/or legal advice. Investors should review a Program Disclosure Statement, which contains more information on investment options, risk factors, fees and expenses and possible tax consequences.

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