Michael Johnson
Private Banker
Eric D. Forsyth
Vice President, Wealth Management,
Financial Advisor,
Financial Planning Specialist
Direct:
(813) 286-5647(813) 286-5647
Toll-Free:
(800) 326-4662(800) 326-4662
My Mission Statement
Experience, intellectual capital and dedicated personal service to help you meet your life goals
About Me
I believe we all deserve the highest level of service. I take pride in my ability to put advanced concepts into action and effectively communicate these concepts to my clients. I work diligently to demystify the investment and planning process by understanding my clients’ goals and values, and use all of the resources backed by Morgan Stanley to solve problems that require complex solutions.
I am dedicated to helping individuals and families solve their financial challenges. Whether my clients are saving for their children’s college education, solidifying their retirement plan or devising an income distribution strategy, my approach to wealth management includes a thorough planning process and a commitment to providing outstanding service and integrated financial solutions.
Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2006, I served as a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch. I previously worked in the hospitality industry, holding several management roles at restaurants throughout the early part of my career. This collective experience gave me a diverse set of skills, including prioritizing relationships and the caliber of service I provide to my clients.
Growing up in Keene, New Hampshire, I received my undergraduate degree from the namesake Keene State College. I currently live in Tampa with my wife, Kyla, and my children. I actively volunteer with Feeding America and The American Heart Association, and volunteer within my children's schools.
In my free time, I am spending time with my family! We love to be out on the water, cruising to a sand bar or catching a Tampa Bay sunset. I also enjoy cooking, eating, and entertaining.
I am dedicated to helping individuals and families solve their financial challenges. Whether my clients are saving for their children’s college education, solidifying their retirement plan or devising an income distribution strategy, my approach to wealth management includes a thorough planning process and a commitment to providing outstanding service and integrated financial solutions.
Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2006, I served as a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch. I previously worked in the hospitality industry, holding several management roles at restaurants throughout the early part of my career. This collective experience gave me a diverse set of skills, including prioritizing relationships and the caliber of service I provide to my clients.
Growing up in Keene, New Hampshire, I received my undergraduate degree from the namesake Keene State College. I currently live in Tampa with my wife, Kyla, and my children. I actively volunteer with Feeding America and The American Heart Association, and volunteer within my children's schools.
In my free time, I am spending time with my family! We love to be out on the water, cruising to a sand bar or catching a Tampa Bay sunset. I also enjoy cooking, eating, and entertaining.
Services Include
- Wealth ManagementFootnote1
- Retirement PlanningFootnote2
- AnnuitiesFootnote3
- Financial PlanningFootnote4
- Asset Management
- Life InsuranceFootnote5
- Long Term Care InsuranceFootnote6
- Cash Management and Lending ProductsFootnote7
- 529 PlansFootnote8
- Alternative InvestmentsFootnote9
- Sustainable InvestingFootnote10
- Business Succession PlanningFootnote11
Securities Agent: RI, NM, NH, NC, PA, NV, MS, MI, MD, FL, AZ, AK, VT, IL, NJ, MA, DE, WA, CO, CA, WI, TX, MO, HI, GA, CT, OH, ME, AL, NY, SC, TN, MN, DC, AR, VA; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1282380
CA Insurance License #: OH79564
AR Insurance License #: 8966442
NMLS#: 1282380
CA Insurance License #: OH79564
AR Insurance License #: 8966442
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MY PROCESS
My clients are much more than a portfolio of assets -- they are families with active lives, who want an advisor who will provide them with thorough, unbiased, and carefully considered guidance on a full range of financial topics. When working with me, you will be treated with respect, care, confidentiality, and given unwavering commitment to you and your family.
I work with a broad range of clients who need professional guidance from managing life-changing events and retirement planning to financing major acquisitions or achieving philanthropic goals. While all clients have unique personal and professional circumstances, they have one thing in common -- securing and maintaining a solid financial future for themselves and their families.
I use a disciplined four-step consulting process to uncover your most important goals, so that I may design and implement appropriate solutions to help plan for your future.
I work with a broad range of clients who need professional guidance from managing life-changing events and retirement planning to financing major acquisitions or achieving philanthropic goals. While all clients have unique personal and professional circumstances, they have one thing in common -- securing and maintaining a solid financial future for themselves and their families.
I use a disciplined four-step consulting process to uncover your most important goals, so that I may design and implement appropriate solutions to help plan for your future.
Listen & Understand
I'll begin with an in-depth conversation where I'll listen carefully to understand what is important to you, your family, and your legacy. I learn about the values that shape your decisions and identify any challenges and circumstances unique to your situation.
Analyze & Assess
Next, I'll review your current and future financial situation, determine the likelihood of reaching your goals and address any potential shortfalls or the impact of unexpected life events. In this step, I may also contact your CPA and estate attorney to understand your existing estate plan, so I can help ensure the strategies we recommend are cohesive and fully coordinated.
Propose & Implement
Here, I'll present a tailored wealth management plan with specific strategies designed to achieve your particular goals. Upon your approval, I'll set into motion a course of action that strives to align your values and visions.
Monitor & Adapt
I'll oversee your performance towards your goals through ongoing calls and meetings. I may recommend adjustments over time, due to changing market conditions or changes in your circumstances, to help keep you on track toward achieving your goals.
PLANNING YOUR FUTURE
I will work with you to understand what your priorities are during these crucial years and implement a customized strategy for you. Whether it is planning for retirement, transitioning into retirement, or already managing your assets in retirement, I am equipped with the resources and the knowledge to help you accomplish your personal and financial goals.
Understanding your Savings Vehicles
When it comes to retirement savings, the most important thing is to get started—after all, time is one of your greatest assets. Although retirement may seem far for some, it is essential to get started on planning for future living expenses, potential education funds, or travel costs. Let me help you learn how to grow and preserve your wealth.
Learn more about 401(k) Strategies
The Psychological Transition into Retirement
Most retirement preparations focus on financial planning, but it is equally crucial to look at personal considerations and help you with easing the fear of the unknown. Given that many people overlook the psychological adjustments of retirement, I can help you understand why it’s important to be emotionally (not just financially) ready for retirement.
Risks to Your Retirement
Once you determine what kind of retirement you want, we will work together to take a closer look at the risks that might be standing between you and your retirement goals. No matter how well you save during the accumulation phase, it’s critical to plan how you convert those assets to income. I can help you navigate the challenges that may arise.
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The Impact of Taxes
The strategies you use when drawing down your retirement savings can have a significant impact on how much you’ll pay in taxes and may help you keep more of the returns. Each retiree’s situation is different but establishing a tax management strategy for your investments can help you retain more of your investment returns.
Tax-Smart StrategiesANSWERING YOUR EVERYDAY QUESTIONS
From rolling over your 401(k) to understanding various types of investments, I am here to answer your financial questions and implement the best strategies for your specific goals and circumstances. Here are just a few of the questions I help my clients answer every day:
What are the benefits of rolling over my 401(k)?
Your retirement assets may represent a substantial source of your future retirement income and there are many factors you should consider in determining whether to roll over your assets. You can avoid paying immediate taxes and continue to grow your retirement savings tax-deferred by rolling over your 401(k) funds into an IRA. Additionally, an IRA can give you more control and investment options than your previous 401(k) plan offered.
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What is active management?
Active investing allows advisors to adjust their clients' portfolios to align with prevailing market conditions. It also allows investors to take advantage of short-term trading opportunities that are not standard with passive management. Actively managed portfolios help advisors meet the specific needs of their clients, such as providing diversification, retirement income or a targeted investment return.
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How do I manage risk in my portfolio?
There are two primary types of risk: market risk and business risk. While market risk consists of factors that affect the overall market and cannot be controlled, we can help you manage business risk, which affects a specific group of securities or individual securities. By gaining a deeper understanding of your risk tolerance and diversifying your portfolio, we can help you manage the risks you can control.
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What is the difference between ETFs and mutual funds?
ETFs and mutual funds are investments that provide built-in diversification. Both track indexes, however, ETFs tend to be more liquid and cost effective as they trade directly on exchanges the way that normal shares of stock would. Both investments are taxed on gains and losses each year, but ETFs tend to be more tax efficient. Since they engage in less internal trading, they create fewer taxable events.
RESOURCES AND TOOLS
Reserved Living & Giving
Reserved Living & Giving is a tiered complimentary loyalty program that rewards Morgan Stanley's clients. The program is designed to enhance your lifestyle and relationship with the firm beyond traditional wealth management services.
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Morgan Stanely Online
Your investments and everyday finances are always just a few clicks away with Morgan Stanley Online (MSO) and the Morgan Stanley Mobile App.
Learn More About MSO
Total Wealth View
Complete your financial picture with Total Wealth View. By linking your account information, you will benefit from more informed wealth planning, more secure data access, and convenient connectivity.
Learn More About Total Wealth View
Goal Based Planning
Working with us, paired with our technology, is a great way to access advice and build a wealth plan. Read more about the advantages of working with our planning technology in reaching your financial goals.
Learn About Goal Based Planning
Spending and Budgeting Tool
Track spending habits, categorize expenses and create budgets across your Morgan Stanley and external financial accounts. Our Spending and Budgeting Tool makes it easy for me to see your complete financial picture.
Learn More About Spending and Budgeting Tool
Online Security Center
At Morgan Stanley, safeguarding your assets and personal information is among our highest priorities. Learn about our security measures and use our resources and ideas to help protect yourself online.
Learn More About Online Security Center
Portfolio Risk Platform
Our Portfolio Risk Platform, backed by institutional caliber analytics, assesses thousands of risk factors using a holdings-based approach to assess a portfolio's exposures, analyze how securities behave together across portfolios and forecast how they influence risk and return moving forward.
Learn More About Portfolio Risk Platform
Tax Effecient Strategies
Tax-efficient investing techniques may help you lower your tax burden and grow your wealth. Here are strategies to consider.
Tax Effecient Strategies
Tax Form Mailing Dates
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2023 Tax Tables
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2024 Tax Tables
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Total Tax 365
Taxes act as a drag on your investment performance that can be heavier than any fee you pay. But they might also be the easiest to reduce, with the right strategies in place. Morgan Stanley Total Tax 365 offers a full spectrum of tax-efficient solutions to help mitigate the tax drag on your portfolio—so you can keep more of what you earn and improve after-tax returns.
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Cindy Huang Engle - Portfolio Associate
Phone:
(813) 286-5670(813) 286-5670
Email:Cindy.Engle@morganstanley.com
Cindy was raised in China and moved to the US more than twenty five years ago. She has a Bachelor’s degree from Baruch College in New York and has worked in the financial industry for over twenty years. Cindy has experience in all aspects of finance including brokerage, trading, insurance and banking most recently as a relationship banker. Cindy is registered and shares our commitment to first class service.
Location
4890 W Kennedy Blvd
Ste 700
Tampa, FL 33609
US
Direct:
(813) 286-5647(813) 286-5647
Toll-Free:
(800) 326-4662(800) 326-4662
The Power of Partnerships
By partnering with experienced individuals across wealth disciplines, Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors can align specialized resources with your custom needs and deliver strategic guidance through the familiarity and trust of existing relationships
About Michael Johnson
Michael Johnson is a Private Banker serving Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offices in Florida.
Private Bankers partner with Financial Advisors to develop a specialized approach for managing clients’ cash flow, liquidity and financing needs, leveraging our comprehensive suite of cash management and lending solutions.
Michael began his career in financial services in 2010, and joined Morgan Stanley in 2022. Prior to joining the firm, he was a Regional Lending Director at Wells Fargo Advisors. He also served as a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch.
Michael is a graduate of the Middle Tennessee State University, where he received a Bachelors Degree in Finance. He lives in St. Petersburg, FL. Outside of the office, Michael enjoys the outdoors with his dog Wayne, playing ice hockey and golf, and watching all of his favorite sports teams let him down. He serves his community through Reach St. Pete, a non-profit that provides resources to those experiencing homelessness, low-income, and at-risks situations.
Private Bankers partner with Financial Advisors to develop a specialized approach for managing clients’ cash flow, liquidity and financing needs, leveraging our comprehensive suite of cash management and lending solutions.
Michael began his career in financial services in 2010, and joined Morgan Stanley in 2022. Prior to joining the firm, he was a Regional Lending Director at Wells Fargo Advisors. He also served as a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch.
Michael is a graduate of the Middle Tennessee State University, where he received a Bachelors Degree in Finance. He lives in St. Petersburg, FL. Outside of the office, Michael enjoys the outdoors with his dog Wayne, playing ice hockey and golf, and watching all of his favorite sports teams let him down. He serves his community through Reach St. Pete, a non-profit that provides resources to those experiencing homelessness, low-income, and at-risks situations.
NMLS#: 982074
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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
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
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
Business Planning
Helping you on key aspects of your business such as ownership, liquidity and developing opportunities.
- Succession Planning
- Business Planning
- Qualified Retirement Plans
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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
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1Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is the trade name of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, a registered broker-dealer in the United States.
For more information, please see the Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Client Relationship Summary.
2When Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors (collectively, “Morgan Stanley”) provide “investment advice” regarding a retirement or welfare benefit plan account, an individual retirement account or a Coverdell education savings account (“Retirement Account”), Morgan Stanley is a “fiduciary” as those terms are defined under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, as amended (“ERISA”), and/or the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (the “Code”), as applicable. When Morgan Stanley provides investment education, takes orders on an unsolicited basis or otherwise does not provide “investment advice”, Morgan Stanley will not be considered a “fiduciary” under ERISA and/or the Code. For more information regarding Morgan Stanley’s role with respect to a Retirement Account, please visit www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/dol. Tax laws are complex and subject to change. Morgan Stanley does not provide tax or legal advice. Individuals are encouraged to consult their tax and legal advisors (a) before establishing a Retirement Account, and (b) regarding any potential tax, ERISA and related consequences of any investments or other transactions made with respect to a Retirement Account. Individuals should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for matters involving trust and estate planning, charitable giving, philanthropic planning and other legal matters.
3Annuities are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.
4Morgan 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.
5Insurance products are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.
6Insurance products are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.
7Morgan 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
8Investors 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.
9Alternative Investments are speculative and include a high degree of risk. An investor could lose all or a substantial amount of his/her investment. Alternative investments are appropriate only for qualified, long-term investors who are willing to forgo liquidity and put capital at risk for an indefinite period of time.
10The returns on a portfolio consisting primarily of Environmental, Social and Governance (“ESG”) aware investments may be lower or higher than a portfolio that is more diversified or where decisions are based solely on investment considerations. Because ESG criteria exclude some investments, investors may not be able to take advantage of the same opportunities or market trends as investors that do not use such criteria. Diversification does not guarantee a profit or protect against loss in a declining financial market.
11Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors or 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 legal matters.
Check the background of our Firm and Investment Professionals on FINRA's BrokerCheck*.
The information, products and services described here are intended only for individuals residing in states where this Financial Advisor is properly registered as described in this site.
Morgan Stanley reserves the right, to the extent permitted under applicable law, to retain and monitor all electronic communications. Morgan Stanley will not accept purchase or sale orders via any Internet site, social media site and/or its messaging systems. Morgan Stanley does not endorse and is not responsible and assumes no liability for content, products or services posted by third-parties on any Internet site, social media site and/or its messaging systems. All electronic communications are subject to terms available at the following link:
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The securities/instruments, services, investments and investment strategies discussed in this material may not be appropriate for all investors. The appropriateness of a particular investment, investment strategy or service will depend on an investor's individual circumstances and objectives. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC recommends that investors independently evaluate particular investments, strategies and services, and encourages investors to seek the advice of a Financial Advisor or Private Wealth Advisor. This material does not provide individually tailored investment advice. It has been prepared without regard to the individual financial circumstances and objectives of persons who receive it.
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors or Private Wealth Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice. Individuals should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for legal matters.
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The views, opinions or advice contained within third party websites or materials are solely those of the author, who is not a Morgan Stanley employee, and do not necessarily reflect those of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, or its affiliates. The strategies and/or investments referenced may not be appropriate for all investors as the appropriateness of a particular investment or strategy will depend on an investor's individual circumstances and objectives.
*References to length of service at Morgan Stanley include years at Morgan Stanley and predecessor firms.
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The use of the CDFA designation does not permit the rendering of legal advice by Morgan Stanley or its Financial Advisors which may only be done by a licensed attorney. The CDFA designation is not intended to imply that either Morgan Stanley or its Financial Advisors are acting as experts in this field.
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For more information, please see the Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Client Relationship Summary.
2When Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors (collectively, “Morgan Stanley”) provide “investment advice” regarding a retirement or welfare benefit plan account, an individual retirement account or a Coverdell education savings account (“Retirement Account”), Morgan Stanley is a “fiduciary” as those terms are defined under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, as amended (“ERISA”), and/or the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (the “Code”), as applicable. When Morgan Stanley provides investment education, takes orders on an unsolicited basis or otherwise does not provide “investment advice”, Morgan Stanley will not be considered a “fiduciary” under ERISA and/or the Code. For more information regarding Morgan Stanley’s role with respect to a Retirement Account, please visit www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/dol. Tax laws are complex and subject to change. Morgan Stanley does not provide tax or legal advice. Individuals are encouraged to consult their tax and legal advisors (a) before establishing a Retirement Account, and (b) regarding any potential tax, ERISA and related consequences of any investments or other transactions made with respect to a Retirement Account. Individuals should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for matters involving trust and estate planning, charitable giving, philanthropic planning and other legal matters.
3Annuities are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.
4Morgan 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.
5Insurance products are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.
6Insurance products are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.
7Morgan 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
8Investors 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.
9Alternative Investments are speculative and include a high degree of risk. An investor could lose all or a substantial amount of his/her investment. Alternative investments are appropriate only for qualified, long-term investors who are willing to forgo liquidity and put capital at risk for an indefinite period of time.
10The returns on a portfolio consisting primarily of Environmental, Social and Governance (“ESG”) aware investments may be lower or higher than a portfolio that is more diversified or where decisions are based solely on investment considerations. Because ESG criteria exclude some investments, investors may not be able to take advantage of the same opportunities or market trends as investors that do not use such criteria. Diversification does not guarantee a profit or protect against loss in a declining financial market.
11Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors or 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 legal matters.
Check the background of our Firm and Investment Professionals on FINRA's BrokerCheck*.
The information, products and services described here are intended only for individuals residing in states where this Financial Advisor is properly registered as described in this site.
Morgan Stanley reserves the right, to the extent permitted under applicable law, to retain and monitor all electronic communications. Morgan Stanley will not accept purchase or sale orders via any Internet site, social media site and/or its messaging systems. Morgan Stanley does not endorse and is not responsible and assumes no liability for content, products or services posted by third-parties on any Internet site, social media site and/or its messaging systems. All electronic communications are subject to terms available at the following link:
https://www.morganstanley.com/disclaimers/mswm-email.html. Any profiles and associated content are for U.S. residents only.
The securities/instruments, services, investments and investment strategies discussed in this material may not be appropriate for all investors. The appropriateness of a particular investment, investment strategy or service will depend on an investor's individual circumstances and objectives. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC recommends that investors independently evaluate particular investments, strategies and services, and encourages investors to seek the advice of a Financial Advisor or Private Wealth Advisor. This material does not provide individually tailored investment advice. It has been prepared without regard to the individual financial circumstances and objectives of persons who receive it.
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors or Private Wealth Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice. Individuals should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for legal matters.
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”) is not implying an affiliation, sponsorship, endorsement with/of the third party or that any monitoring is being done by Morgan Stanley of any information contained within the website. Morgan Stanley is not responsible for the information contained on the third-party website or the use of or inability to use such site. Nor do we guarantee their accuracy or completeness.
The views, opinions or advice contained within third party websites or materials are solely those of the author, who is not a Morgan Stanley employee, and do not necessarily reflect those of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, or its affiliates. The strategies and/or investments referenced may not be appropriate for all investors as the appropriateness of a particular investment or strategy will depend on an investor's individual circumstances and objectives.
*References to length of service at Morgan Stanley include years at Morgan Stanley and predecessor firms.
Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Inc. owns the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and federally registered CFP (with flame design) in the U.S, which it awards to individuals who successfully complete CFP Board’s initial and ongoing certification requirements.
The use of the CDFA designation does not permit the rendering of legal advice by Morgan Stanley or its Financial Advisors which may only be done by a licensed attorney. The CDFA designation is not intended to imply that either Morgan Stanley or its Financial Advisors are acting as experts in this field.
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