My Story

Ed James, a Senior Vice President and Financial Advisor with Morgan Stanley Wealth Management in Newport News, VA, earned the Certified Financial Planner designation in early 2006. Ed joined Legg Mason in 1997, which by way of mergers, is now Morgan Stanley.

Committed to the continuing stewardship of client relationships, together with Portfolio Associate Shannon Green, Ed seeks to offer individual and intergenerational planning and advice.

Ed grew up in Mathews, VA and now makes his home in Gloucester with his wife Jennifer and their three children. Ed loves the outdoors, fitness and books of all sorts.

Interested in working together? Our journey begins with an introductory phone call, followed by an in-depth meeting to understand your financial situation, to create a personalized plan tailed to your unique goals. Start by contacting me.

Professional Details
• Series 7 and 66 Licensed
• Life, Health and Annuity Licensed
• Certified Financial Planner
• Over 20 years experience in the Financial Services Industry
• BA, The College of William and Mary 1990
Scheduling Availabilities
  • Zoom Meetings: M-Th 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Phone Call: M-Th 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • In-person Meetings: Please contact me or Shannon Green directly
Services Include
Securities Agent: NV, LA, MO, GA, CT, CO, IL, FL, SC, NM, NH, MI, MA, IN, DE, CA, AK, PA, MT, DC, VA, TN, WA, VT, NY, NC, UT, TX, SD, ID, OH, NJ, AZ, AL, OR, MN, ME, MD, OK; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1282612
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MANAGING FAMILY & GENERATIONAL WEALTH

Managing significant family and generational wealth is complex and often raises difficult questions. See the resources below for more information about managing and preserving significant family wealth.
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    Family Governance and Wealth Education Fact Sheet
    Our mission is to help clients maximize the value of their family capital through the transfer and preservation of the family's shared values, and the creation of an enduring family legacy.
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    Opening Pandora's Box: 10 Rules for Talking to Kids About Money
    Discussing family wealth and financial matters with children can be daunting for families. Read the linked article from Glenn Kurlander, Head of Family Governance & Wealth Education at Morgan Stanley, for more information about navigating this delicate subject.
    10 Rules
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    Wealth Education Development Plan
    The Family Governance & Wealth Education group helps ultra high net worth families strive to maximize the value of their human capital by driving family wealth education, making it more likely that all members of the family will have the foundation they need to lead meaningful, fulfilled and engaged lives.
    Development Plan
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    Your Guide to Life and Money Playbook
    Our goal is to help prepare the next generation of leaders, parents, philanthropists, innovators, trustees, executors, board members, and investors by empowering you with the knowledge and tools needed to achieve your goals.
    Playbook
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    Estate Planning Strategies
    Tax, Trust & Estate (TTE) strategy has the potential to be incredibly powerful if executed effectively. For a successful TTE plan, it is critical to create a TTE implementation in combination with a TTE strategy.
    Strategies
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    Importance of a Holistic Approach to Your Wealth Video
    Watch the below video from Morgan Stanley Family Office Resources to learn how Morgan Stanley FOR can help integrate family values, philanthropy, and legacy into your unique wealth plan.
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MODERN WEALTH MANAGEMENT TOOLS AND RESOURCES

Morgan Stanley's comprehensive suite of digital tools are designed to enhance every aspect of your financial portfolio. Take some time to learn about some of the many Modern Wealth Management resources that are available.
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    Morgan Stanley Online
    Morgan Stanley Online allows you to seamlessly and securely manage your investments and everyday finances in one place.
    Register for Morgan Stanley Online today
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    eDelivery
    Sign up for eDelivery today and start receiving email notifications as soon as your account documents are available on Morgan Stanley Online or the Morgan Stanley Mobile App. It's quick, convenient & secure.
    Enroll Today
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    Global Investment Office
    The Morgan Stanley Global Investment Office provides you with world-class thought leadership timely market commentary, and portfolio ideas to help guide your investment decisions.
    Morgan Stanley Portfolio Insights
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    Capital Markets
    An integrated organization across fixed income, equities, and structured investments leveraging the thought leadership of Morgan Stanley Research and dedicated product specialists to identify key investment opportunities to help enhance the growth potential of diversified portfolios.
    Investment Banking and Capital Markets
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    Digital Vault
    Digital Vault lets you easily and securely manage and share important documents such as account statements, authorizations, tax filings and other relevant documents with your Financial Advisor.
    Get started today
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    Insured Solutions
    As a leader in the distribution of insurance and annuities, our offerings include disability, long-term care and property & casualty insurance, as well as fixed, indexed and variable annuities. Morgan Stanley offers these products in conjunction with its licensed insurance agency affiliates.
    Morgan Stanley Insured Solutions
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    Security Center
    Learn about our latest security measures, how we are safeguarding your assets and personal information and find actionable insights and resources on important cybersecurity topics to enhance your own online security.
    Visit our Security Center
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    Financial Planning
    Your financial goals and priorities will likely shift with time. To help prepare for the road ahead, ask yourself what matters to you and your family long term.
    Planning for Your Financial Future

IMPORTANT UPDATES FOR 2025

I would like to ensure you are up to date on the following changes for the year ahead. Please let me know if you have any questions!
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    Highlights of Changes for 2025
    401(k) limit increases to $23,500 for 2025, IRA limit remains $7,000
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    Income Tax Brackets for 2025
    Depending on your taxable income, you can end up in one of seven different federal income tax brackets – each with its own marginal tax rate.
    2025 Tax Tables
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    Social Security COLA Increase
    Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits for more than 72.5 million Americans will increase 2.5 percent in 2025.
    SSA Fact Sheet
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    IRS Tax Inflation Adjustments for 2025
    Notable changes for tax year 2025.
    More Information

KEY LIFE EVENTS

Navigate life's journey though key milestones like marriage and retirement. Our tailored financial articles ensures each step is smoother and more fulfilling.

Please let me know if you need anything or have any questions.
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    Birth
    Welcoming a child into the family is a joyous occasion for everyone—for parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, siblings, cousins and other extended family members. We will help you plan and prepare for the financial components that a new child might introduce to your lives.
    Baby, Budgets and Buying a House
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    Education
    Education is a major investment that often requires years of careful, advanced planning. As educational costs continue to rise - from primary education through undergraduate, graduate and professional schools - we will work together to implement the appropriate funding strategies for your needs.
    Ways to Pay for Education
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    Marriage
    There are few events more exciting than tying the knot with the person you love. Managing your wealth is a critical component to maintaining a long, fruitful marriage. Also, helping fund your child's wedding is a goal for many parents and grandparents.
    Questions to Ask Your Partner
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    Divorce
    Divorce is a stressful ordeal that is seldom easy. In can be very difficult to brave this battle alone. If necessary, we will help guide you through the priorities and issues that need to be settled to ensure that your needs are met with care and respect.
    Planning for a New Beginning
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    Retirement
    Some people look forward to retirement as their time to relax and enjoy the fruits of their decades-long career. Others worry about their ability to support their lifestyle given certain life challenges. Saving for retirement is a lifelong process that relies on defined financial planning strategies.
    Develop Your Retirement Roadmap
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    Death
    We know how difficult losing a loved one can be. We are here to help you navigate the decisions to be made following the death of your spouse or other family member.
    Navigating Decisions After Death of Loved One

Location

701 Town Center Dr
Suite 902
Newport News, VA 23606
US
Direct:
(757) 597-9623(757) 597-9623
Fax:
(757) 337-6708(757) 337-6708

Meet My Team

About Shannon M. Green

Shannon M. Green is a Portfolio Associate with Morgan Stanley Wealth Management in Newport News, VA. Shannon entered the securities industry in 2006 with Lincoln Financial before joining Smith Barney in 2007, which by way of mergers is now Morgan Stanley.

Shannon has worked with Ed James since her initial hire at Smith Barney in 2007. She has assisted him in all areas of his business including client relationship management, client servicing, and trade support. She provides clients of Ed James with customer service and operational support.

Shannon is a native of New Jersey; graduated from Kinnelon High School and James Madison University, BS Communications Studies. She also traveled extensively around the United States exploring our National Parks prior to moving and settling down in Poquoson, VA where she lives with her husband, Courtney and two dogs. She especially enjoys spending time in nature, developing her personal yoga practice, reading, music and art.

Professional Details
Series 7 and 66 Licensed
Life, Health and Annuity Licensed
15 years experience in the Financial Services Industry
BS, Communication Studies; James Madison University 1998
Wealth Management
From My Desk

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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
  • IRA Plans
  • Retirement income strategies
  • Retirement plan participants
  • Annuities
A Simple Six-Step Retirement Checkup
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A Simple Six-Step Retirement Checkup

Checking in on your retirement plan may make a lot of sense, especially when market volatility arises.

Investing

Working closely with you to guide your wealth and investments through the most challenging market cycles.
  • Asset Management
  • Wealth Planning
  • Traditional Investments
  • Alternative Investments
  • Impact Investing
Tax-Smart Ways to Sell Securities
How investors can tap their portfolios in tax-savvy ways.

Tax-Smart Ways to Sell Securities

Realizing profits seems like the best part of investing, but taxes can add up. Our new analytics tool can help investors tap their portfolios in tax-savvy ways.

Family

Creating customized financial strategies for the challenges that today’s families face.
  • Estate Planning Strategies
  • 529 Plans / Education Savings Planning
  • Long Term Care Insurance
  • Special Needs Planning
  • Trust Services
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
  • Business Planning
  • Qualified Retirement Plans
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.

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.
The Business Case for a Financially Resilient Workforce
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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.

Philanthropy

Making sure your philanthropic dollars are managed with the same high quality service as the rest of your wealth.
  • Endowments
  • Foundations
  • Donor Advised Funds
  • Impact Investing
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.
Ready to start a conversation? Contact Edward H James today.
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1Investors 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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2Annuities are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.

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3Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC is a registered Broker/Dealer, Member SIPC, and not a bank. Where appropriate, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC has entered into arrangements with banks and other third parties to assist in offering certain banking related products and services.

Investment, insurance and annuity products offered through Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC are: NOT FDIC INSURED | MAY LOSE VALUE | NOT BANK GUARANTEED | NOT A BANK DEPOSIT | NOT INSURED BY ANY FEDERAL GOVERNMENT AGENCY

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4Investors 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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5Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice. Clients should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for matters involving trust and estate planning and other legal matters.

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6Morgan Stanley offers a wide array of brokerage and advisory services to its clients, each of which may create a different type of relationship with different obligations to you. Please consult with your Financial Advisor to understand these differences or review our Understanding Your Brokerage and Investment Advisory Relationships brochure available at www.morganstanley.com/wealth-relationshipwithms/pdfs/understandingyourrelationship.pdf.

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7Insurance products are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.

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8Insurance products are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.

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