Kevin Yu
First Vice President, Wealth Management,
Financial Advisor,
International Client Advisor,
Portfolio Management Director,
Family Wealth Director,
Workplace Advisor - Equity Compensation
Direct:
(626) 405-9315(626) 405-9315
Toll-Free:
(800) 362-6992(800) 362-6992
My Mission Statement
My goal is to help you preserve and grow your financial, family and social capital.
My Story and Services
Kevin Yu is a partner of The Sean Yu Group. He is designated as a Family Wealth Director by Morgan Stanley due to his knowledge and experience working with high-net-worth clients and dealing with multi-generational planning issues. Kevin is also designated as an International Client Advisor, a selected few by Morgan Stanley who are allowed to open non-US accounts and provide cross-border planning solutions to non-US resident clients (NRC).
Kevin primarily works with clients with Chinese and Taiwanese backgrounds (both US domiciled and NRC). Kevin works with Sean & the team to cultivate a deeper understanding of each client’s unique set of goals. From there, Kevin helps execute the financial planning, providing strategies on retirement planning, estate planning, risk management, philanthropy planning, wealth transfer and tax planning. After conducting thorough analysis and risk assessment, Kevin determines an optimal portfolio asset allocation for each client. He collaborates with Sean Yu in creating, managing, and monitoring customized investment strategies. Utilizing Morgan Stanley’s wide range of investment product offerings, Kevin is able to customize strategies for clients. Kevin provides ongoing communication and periodic reviews to ensure the client’s financial plan and investment strategies adapt to life changes. Furthermore, Kevin directly works with the team’s investment analysts and Morgan Stanley’s trading desk in the execution of the client’s portfolio. Through his process and concierge service, he is able to develop and maintain strong client relationships.
Kevin can open both US domiciled and non-US resident accounts. He works with both US domestic and foreign individuals, corporations, personal holding companies and trusts (revocable and irrevocable).
Kevin attended the University of California, Los Angeles, and studied Psychology. He has been working in the finance industry with Morgan Stanley since 2006. He holds Series 7, 31, 63, and 66 licenses from FINRA. Kevin is passionate about his local community. He is a board member of the Asian Pacific CPA Association, created by experienced CPAs and Non-CPA Allied Professionals from various Asian American communities to collaborate on professional matters and build lifetime friendships. Kevin is an active member of the City of Industry Royal Lions Club and has served as the President and a board member in previous years. He is also a pet lover and a proud supporter for his local humane societies. On his spare time, Kevin enjoys playing basketball and playing with his three cats.
Kevin speaks English, Mandarin Chinese, and Taiwanese.
Kevin primarily works with clients with Chinese and Taiwanese backgrounds (both US domiciled and NRC). Kevin works with Sean & the team to cultivate a deeper understanding of each client’s unique set of goals. From there, Kevin helps execute the financial planning, providing strategies on retirement planning, estate planning, risk management, philanthropy planning, wealth transfer and tax planning. After conducting thorough analysis and risk assessment, Kevin determines an optimal portfolio asset allocation for each client. He collaborates with Sean Yu in creating, managing, and monitoring customized investment strategies. Utilizing Morgan Stanley’s wide range of investment product offerings, Kevin is able to customize strategies for clients. Kevin provides ongoing communication and periodic reviews to ensure the client’s financial plan and investment strategies adapt to life changes. Furthermore, Kevin directly works with the team’s investment analysts and Morgan Stanley’s trading desk in the execution of the client’s portfolio. Through his process and concierge service, he is able to develop and maintain strong client relationships.
Kevin can open both US domiciled and non-US resident accounts. He works with both US domestic and foreign individuals, corporations, personal holding companies and trusts (revocable and irrevocable).
Kevin attended the University of California, Los Angeles, and studied Psychology. He has been working in the finance industry with Morgan Stanley since 2006. He holds Series 7, 31, 63, and 66 licenses from FINRA. Kevin is passionate about his local community. He is a board member of the Asian Pacific CPA Association, created by experienced CPAs and Non-CPA Allied Professionals from various Asian American communities to collaborate on professional matters and build lifetime friendships. Kevin is an active member of the City of Industry Royal Lions Club and has served as the President and a board member in previous years. He is also a pet lover and a proud supporter for his local humane societies. On his spare time, Kevin enjoys playing basketball and playing with his three cats.
Kevin speaks English, Mandarin Chinese, and Taiwanese.
Securities Agent: MN, OR, VA, MD, DE, GA, WA, NY, UT, ND, IL, NC, CA, IN, NJ, AZ, OH, NV, MA, MO, TX, HI, MI, CT, FL, CO; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1272765
NMLS#: 1272765
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International Wealth Management
International Wealth Management is a specialized area within Morgan Stanley Wealth Management that is dedicated to serving individuals, families, family offices, entrepreneurs, corporate executives and corporate stock plan managers who live outside the United States. We also serve US citizens living and working abroad as well as those who are relocating to the United States or otherwise changing domicile.
We are based in offices throughout the United States, but often specialize in a specific country or region, and typically speak the client’s language, understand the culture and have a deep knowledge of the markets we serve. Combining our investment knowledge with the resources and intellectual capital of Morgan Stanley, we deliver targeted solutions that help our clients pursue their goals and address their unique financial needs.
We are based in offices throughout the United States, but often specialize in a specific country or region, and typically speak the client’s language, understand the culture and have a deep knowledge of the markets we serve. Combining our investment knowledge with the resources and intellectual capital of Morgan Stanley, we deliver targeted solutions that help our clients pursue their goals and address their unique financial needs.
We may be able to provide you access to:
- An open architecture platform that includes leading asset management firms, giving you access to unaffiliated third party managers and their teams.
- Thematic investing ideas and asset allocation models from Morgan Stanley’s Global Investment Committee, guiding your overall portfolio allocation.
- Customized lending solutions from Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association, addressing your financing needs.
- Dedicated specialists in wealth transfer, philanthropy, family dynamics, concierge and lifestyle advisory services, and other family office capabilities, supporting the non-financial needs you may have.
Not all products and services are available to clients outside of the United States.
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 suitable 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”) 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.
CRC 3430115 05/22
Location
55 South Lake Ave
Ste 700
Pasadena, CA 91101
US
Direct:
(626) 405-9315(626) 405-9315
Toll-Free:
(800) 362-6992(800) 362-6992
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- Reduce employee stress,
- Improve retention and engagement, and
- Set themselves apart by offering comprehensive financial wellness benefits.
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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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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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