My Story and Services

Welcome

As your Financial Advisor, I can help you define and strive to meet your goals by delivering a vast array of resources to you in the way that is most appropriate for how you invest and what you want to achieve. Working together I can help you to preserve and grow your wealth. You’ll have access to some of the world’s most seasoned and respected investment professionals, a premier trading and execution platform and a full spectrum of investment choices.
Services Include
Securities Agent: AZ, KY, WA, SC, OH, MN, CA, NM, MD, IA, AK, SD, MI, OR, NV, ME, IN, ID, GA, DE, AR, MT, VA, TN, MO, CO, WY, UT, PA, NC, MA, FL, AL, NJ, IL, WI, VT, TX, NY, ND, KS, HI; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1262227
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Working With You

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Every client is unique.

Your goals, aspirations, and challenges are all specific to your financial situation. Financial advice requires a personalized approach to ensure that your needs are being met according to your wishes. In order to provide clients with financial guidance that is appropriate for them, I aim to develop a close relationship with clients to understand their financial priorities and concerns.

Read more about what you can expect when partnering with me as your Financial Advisor.
1. Discovery
Starting a conversation with you to understand where you want to be and where you are now is crucial to our partnership. Getting to know you, your ambitions, and the challenges you face will help me gather the information I need to create a financial plan that works for you. We will go over your financial documents and capture your entire financial picture.
2. Analysis
I take the information gathered from our initial conversation to create a financial plan that is unique to you. I look to recommend services and products that are appropriate for you. From portfolio management to insurance, I want to ensure that all your needs are met while taking into consideration your risk tolerance and reservations.
3. Implementation
After we decide on a financial plan that works for you, I help you open the necessary accounts, transfer assets, and gather the required paperwork. After everything is finalized, your financial plan is in effect.
4. Maintenance
I work to monitor your financial plan to make sure that it is on track for success. Additionally, I'll schedule regular meetings or calls t keep you updated on your financial plan and to discuss any new considerations/changes in your life. Of course, if you have any questions or concerns you are always free to reach out.

Professional Portfolio Management

You worked hard for your money and now your money should work hard for you.

As a client of a Morgan Stanley Financial Advisor you have access to professional portfolio management to handle your money on a discretionary basis. Clients can receive exclusive access to our firm's combined resources including innovative investment solutions and research insights as well as industry-leading customization and tax management.
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    ASSET ALLOCATION TAILORED TO YOUR GOALS
    Your portfolio Manager will use his/her discretion to identify an allocation model tailored to your needs. They implement across a spectrum of asset classes including equities, fixed-income, and alternatives.
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    COMPREHENSIVE COMMUNICATION
    Conveniently access a comprehensive view of your wealth, asset allocation, risk profiles, account characteristics, performance and fees so that you can stay up to date with your finances at all times.
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    TAX MANAGEMENT SERVICES
    Help manage your tax liabilities at the portfolio level to capture higher after tax returns. May include wash sale avoidance, tax-loss harvesting, tax-efficient trading, and liquidating concentrated positions.
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    ONE ASSET-BASED FEE
    A simplified one asset-based fee on assets, which covers a full range of investment services. No hidden fees or dependency on the number of transactions performed in a given time period.

Planning beyond your investments

Managing your portfolio is a significant part of your wealth management plan but it isn't everything. To finalize a financial plan that serves all your needs I provide services that also aid in protecting and transferring your assets as well as prepare you for big life events.

Read below on some of the additional ways I can help you and your family achieve financial success.
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    Financial Planning
    Morgan Stanley Financial Planning can show you a single, comprehensive snapshot of your finances. We can help you create a wealth plan that’s adaptable to the different stages of your life using our cutting edge tools- Goals Planning System (GPS) and LifeView.
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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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    Retirement Planning
    Planning for retirement requires more than just having a comfortable nest egg. Making the transition into retirement means structuring your investments to replace the income you no longer have. I work with you to manage income streams, expenses, and assets so that you can enjoy your golden years with peace of mind.
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    Estate Planning
    Transferring your wealth after passing is a complicated and emotional process. By following a structured framework that establishes your wishes, covers your needs, and executes seamlessly after your passing, you can be confident that your estate is structured without trouble. Any questions or concerns you may have, I am here to guide you through the process.

Client Service Team

    Leann Parnell
    Phone:
    (909) 625-9725(909) 625-9725
    Email:Leann.Marie.Parnell@morganstanley.com

Location

456 W Foothill Blvd
Claremont, CA 91711
US
Direct:
(909) 625-9748(909) 625-9748
Toll-Free:
(800) 830-8727(800) 830-8727
Fax:
(909) 963-1543(909) 963-1543

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 Peter Barash

Peter Barash is a Private Banker serving Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offices in California.

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.

Peter began his career in financial services in 1984, and joined Morgan Stanley in 2010 as a Private Banker. Prior to joining the firm, he was a Private Banking Specialist at U.S. Bank.

Peter is a graduate of Columbia University, where he received a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Comparative Literature. He holds an MBA from the University of Southern California. He lives in Glendale, California with his family. Outside of the office, Peter enjoys, hiking, playing bass guitar and reading.
NMLS#: 799189
Private Bankers, Ultra High Net Worth ("UHNW") Specialists, PBG Market Managers, Lending Advisors, Mortgage Consultants, Regional Mortgage Specialist, Cash Management Specialists, Associate Private Bankers are employees of Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association.

Banking products and services are offered by Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association, Member FDIC.

Morgan 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.

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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
Rational Investing in an Age of Uncertainty
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Rational Investing in an Age of Uncertainty

When it comes to investing, even the most savvy of us fall prey to bias and emotional trades. So what triggers should you watch for?

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.

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.
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2Investors 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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3Insurance products are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.

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4Municipal bonds may not be appropriate for all investors. Income generated from an investment in a municipal bond is generally exempt from federal income taxes. Some income may be subject to state and local taxes and to the federal alternative minimum tax. Capital gains, if any, are subject to tax.
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”) and its Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors do not provide any tax/legal advice. Consult your own tax/legal advisor before making any tax or legal-related investment decisions.

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5Morgan Stanley’s investment advisory programs may require a minimum asset level and, depending on your specific investment objectives and financial position, may not be appropriate for you. Please see the Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC program disclosure brochure (the “Morgan Stanley ADV”) for more information in the investment advisory programs available. The Morgan Stanley ADV is available at www.morganstanley.com/ADV.

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