My Story and Services

When it comes to my clients, I make it a priority to be their advocate, addressing their specific challenges in a caring, thoughtful manner. My goal is to go beyond the efficient management of their wealth by generating customized solutions to age-old dilemmas while employing a client service model to keep them informed.

My approach to wealth management is premised on understanding your life because your strategy should not only consider your financial pretensions but also incorporate the personal ambitions that remain a priority to you. I’m proud of the long-term relationships I’ve fostered and continue to be fulfilled when I’m able to help one generation pass on their legacy to the next.

My ultimate mission is to empower you to feel confident navigating the market. My clients are truly like family to me, and I look forward to getting to know you and sharing details on how we can work together to help enhance the quality of your financial life.
Services Include
Securities Agent: MO, RI, NY, OH, OR, IN, IL, NH, AZ, SC, PA, CO, CA, WV, WI, KY, CT, VA, TX, NJ, FL, ME, MA, VT, NV, NC, IA, GA; General Securities Principal; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1049621
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Planning for the Future

As a financial advisor, my primary role is to assist my clients in achieving their financial objectives in the most effective manner possible. To accomplish this, I leverage Morgan Stanley's resources and my expertise to develop tailored financial plans that consider various factors such as capital market expectations, personal circumstances, and risk tolerance. In the section below, I am pleased to present a catalog of the key financial planning topics that I prioritize during the course of running my practice.
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    Preparing for Tax Day
    Tax season is officially here! As the April 15th Federal tax filing and payment deadline approaches, here are 6 tips to consider in case you haven't filed your taxes.
    Tax Season Tips
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    2025 Federal Income Tax Tables
    To assist you in preparing for your taxes this year, our team has published the 2025 tax tables for your reference. Please click the link below to view the document.
    View Tax Tables
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    Estate Planning
    Deciding to transfer wealth to the next generation has never been more important.
    Creating a plan while you still have complete control over your faculties is crucial as it helps ensure that your wishes are precisely reflected in the estate plan.
    Estate Planning Essentials
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    Retirement Planning
    You’ve spent years growing and preserving your assets to maintain your lifestyle at retirement. Planning for your golden years is more than a financial consideration, it’s also an emotional one.
    Learn More
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    Life Insurance
    Preparing for the unexpected is a key aspect of financial planning. For a fundamental understanding of life insurance, please refer to the link below.
    Understanding Life Insurance
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    Portfolio Risk Platform
    This risk analytics platform, powered by BlackRock Aladdin, enables financial advisors to identify and better understand the risk of their client portfolios, and identify business opportunities across their book.
    Learn More about Risk Management

INVESTMENT INSIGHT FROM MY DESK TO YOURS

I hold a firm belief in the education of my clients and providing access to unique insight from the firm. To achieve this objective, I present a diverse selection of articles that furnish comprehensive data on prevailing market trends, in-depth analyses, and impactful events. These resources encompass a wide array of finance-related subjects that hold relevance in today's dynamic business landscape.
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    On The Markets Research Report
    Detailed market commentary from Morgan Stanley's thought leaders on topics such as global equities, fixed income, monetary policy and more.
    Read the Latest Report
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    GIC Weekly
    The Global Investment Committee's Lisa Shalett headlines this weekly look at markets, asset class performance and fixed income.
    Read the Latest Report
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    Thoughts on the Market Podcast
    Mike Wilson, Chief Investment Officer & Chief US Equity Strategist, Morgan Stanley & Co., and Lisa Shalett, Wealth Management Chief Investment Officer and Head of the Global Investment Office, discuss their thoughts on the market. Click the link below to listen to the full conversation.
    Listen to the Latest Audiocast
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    US Policy Pulse
    From the Global Investment Office, The US Policy Pulse provides monthly analyses and updates on the political events affecting the economy and their potential impact on financial markets. Read the latest report by clicking on the link below.
    Read the Latest Report

OUR SUITE OF DIGITAL ASSETS

Digital technology is centered on how people communicate, consume, transact, and travel. Our comprehensive suite of digital tools is designed to help enhance every aspect of your financial life. Here are a few of the technologies we have to offer clients.
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    Morgan Stanley Online
    Beyond viewing your account balance and activity, Morgan Stanley Online (MSO) has a suite of features that allow you to manage your everyday finances from paying bills and sending money to transferring funds and authorizing transactions with eAuthorizations.
    View Account
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    Total Wealth View
    View all your external financial accounts directly in Morgan Stanley Online or the mobile app. By linking your accounts, you’ll benefit from more informed wealth planning, secure data access and convenient connectivity.
    Access Total Wealth View
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    Digital Vault
    Digital Vault allows for easy sharing and convenient access to your most important documents from wills and deeds to financial statements and tax fillings. Easily manage your encrypted financial records all in one place.
    Getting Started With Digital Vault
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    eDelivery
    eDelivery provides you with the ability to view statements and other documents electronically in lieu of paper. Clients who are registered in Morgan Stanley Online may enroll in eDelivery.
    eDelivery Client Guide
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    Spending and Budgeting Tool
    Track spending habits, categorize expenses and create budgets across your Morgan Stanley and external financial accounts with our Spending and Budgeting Tool.
    Tool Access
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    Portfolio Risk Platform
    The Portfolio Risk Platform is a powerful tool for understanding and engaging clients about risk. This risk analytics platform, powered by BlackRock Aladdin, enables financial advisors to identify and better understand the risk of their client portfolios.
    Learn More

Upcoming Firm Events

We hope you will join us for this upcoming event.

AI Revolution: The Breakthrough, the Buzz and a Blueprint for the Future

We invite you to watch the replay from our thought-provoking conversation on artificial intelligence (AI) with James Dyett, OpenAI's Head of Enterprise & Strategic Sales, Keith Weiss, Morgan Stanley's Head of U.S. Software Research Jeff McMillan, Morgan Stanley's Head of Firmwide Artificial Intelligence, recorded on Monday, March 24.

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1 Financial Plaza 19th
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Providence, RI 02903
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Direct:
(401) 276-5924(401) 276-5924

Meet My Team

About Kimberly Caggiano

Kimberly M. Caggiano is a Financial Advisor and Vice President at Morgan Stanley. With over 25 years of experience, Kim brings a distinctive perspective to her clients by utilizing a lifetime of acquired skills to help them save for the future and preserve what’s most important to them. Her disciplined approach to portfolio monitoring and communication helps enable her clients to not just stay up to date but remain involved in their success.

A graduate of Boston University, Kim earned her bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from BU’s School of Management. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, Kim was a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch.

A strong believer in giving back, Kim makes every effort to remain involved in her community. Recently, she served as the RI Safe Sport Director for USA Hockey and the President of the OSSG Gymnastics Parent’s Committee. Kim resides in North Smithfield with her family. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, skiing, and the culinary arts.


NMLS #: 1049621

CA, CT, FL, MA, NY, RI
Securities Agent: MO, RI, NY, OH, OR, IN, IL, NH, AZ, SC, PA, CO, CA, WV, WI, KY, CT, VA, TX, NJ, FL, ME, MA, VT, NV, NC, IA, GA; General Securities Principal; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative

About Caryn Hodges Coulombe

Caryn Coulombe is a Senior Registered Client Service Associate that recently joined Morgan Stanley. She previously worked at Merrill Lynch for over 22 years. She worked as an administrative assistant with different Branch Management Teams through all the company mergers for the first 11 years of her career and spent the last 11 years supporting numerous Wealth Management Advisors.

Caryn strives to provide clients with a positive and memorable experience with each interaction. Among her responsibilities are handling client requests, making sure that their transactions are executed timely and accurately. She also schedules client appointments, provides them with documentation, arranges seminars and coordinates client events.

Caryn holds her Series 7 and Series 66 securities licenses and received an Associates Degree in Business Administration from Johnson & Wales University.

Generous with her time and active in her community, she has combined 2 of her favorite past times…running and supporting the American Cancer Society. She has been an advocate in the fight against cancer for over 15 years and has been fundraising to support all the programs and research that ACS provides. And for the past 3 years has done so with running. She has completed the Dopey Challenge (48.6 miles in 4 days) at Walt Disney World as a member of Team Determination with the American Cancer Society.
Wealth Management
Global Investment Office

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
4 Financially Smart Ways to Take Money Out of Retirement Accounts
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4 Financially Smart Ways to Take Money Out of Retirement Accounts

Discover how planning for required minimum distributions from retirement accounts can help you fund future needs and support loved ones.

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
2025 Global Economic Outlook: U.S. Policies May Temper Global Growth
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2025 Global Economic Outlook: U.S. Policies May Temper Global Growth

Global growth is likely to be around 3% in 2025 and 2026, as tariff and immigration policies begin to slow the U.S. economy late next year, and China's underperformance restrains emerging markets.

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
Taking Control of Your Finances After Death of a Spouse
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Taking Control of Your Finances After Death of a Spouse

Financial planning after a divorce or death can be trying, but with the right approach and the right advice you can turn a difficult situation into empowerment.

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.

Mosaic

Explore ideas and inspiration with captivating, original lifestyle stories created exclusively for Morgan Stanley clients.
A Change of Greenery
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A Change of Greenery

Houseplants add oxygen, flair, and warmth year-round, and the right one in the right space can do just as much for a room as any painting or side table.
Ready to start a conversation? Contact Kimberly Caggiano today.
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