

Michael Laporta, ChFC®

My Mission Statement
My Story
Morgan Stanley and I began our partnership in 2011 when I joined the firm as a Financial Advisor. Prior to my current role as a Vice President in Wealth Management, I worked for 18 years at another firm helping private clients reach their goals and managing business succession plans.
I believe that wealth management is about proper planning, determining willingness of risk and adaptability. In the vast landscape of wealth management offerings, I feel what sets my work apart is my dedicated approach to service and guidance in critical life decisions. I bring a unique perspective to my role as an advisor, as previous business owner in the restaurant industry. I know from prior experience the emotional labor of balancing financial planning for your family and business. My talents have been and continue to be focused in helping families manage their estates, plan retirement and aid business owners in their succession plans.
As someone who has gone through a succession planning for my own business, I know how it feels to transition your work away and move on to a new venture. I moved into the wealth advisory field to help those that were in a similar situation as me and it has instilled a passion to help others become informed, comfortable and have a clear path forward.
I want to see my clients motivated to achieve financial security, educated on the various options towards achieving their goals and retain financial peace of mind for themselves and their families. Getting started is easy, it begins with a conversation. I look forward to speaking with you soon.
My Clients:
• High Net Worth Families
• Private Clients
• Business Owners
• Executives
Education and Licensing:
• B.A. Economics/Finance
• Villanova University '93
• Chartered Financial Consultant
• American College
- Wealth ManagementFootnote1
- Financial PlanningFootnote2
- 401(k) Rollovers
- 529 PlansFootnote3
- AnnuitiesFootnote4
- Business Succession PlanningFootnote5
- Corporate Retirement PlansFootnote6
- Education Planning
- Estate Planning StrategiesFootnote7
- Life InsuranceFootnote8
- Long Term Care InsuranceFootnote9
- Structured ProductsFootnote10
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Planning Resources
The Client Experience
The Step by Step Process
Taking the Time to Know You
Knowing our client and their family situation is imperative to financial planning. Our clients are guided thoughtfully through the process to determine the level of risk and long term goals unique to their life.
Setting Your Goals
In this step, we will request specific financial information and statements to help us better understand your current financial picture in detail. Acquiring the bigger picture enables our relationship to foster a mutual understanding of the future you want and the options we can provide.
Tailoring your Plan
Intaking your first steps, well recognize any gaps or overlaps in your strategy. We will begin to develop a tailored wealth management strategy that is centered around your concerns and needs. By intently listening to your story, we will be able to fully understand that bigger picture.
Constructing your Strategy
Through a fully customized approach, we will assist you in determining the appropriate asset allocation and investment strategy that can help reach your goals. We consider your current situation, long-term goals, legal and regulatory constraints, liquidity needs, expected tax status, risk and other variables towards the construction of your portfolio.
Taking your First Step
Now that we created a custom tailored plan, understand your level of risk tolerance and what goals you want to achieve, we can start implementing strategy. We will leverage the firm's tools to help achieve your objectives in education, retirement, insurance, lending, and charitable contributions.
Monitoring
We understand that plans change. It is imperative to make sure that we are in constant communication with our clients, because the aspects of our client's plans will need to be adjusted. Through this step by step approach, we hope to deliver the experience, teamwork, and personal care that it takes to guide you on a clear path towards a healthier and fulfilling financial future.
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Meet My Team
The Power of Partnerships
About Fabienne Sarnecki
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.
Fabienne began her career in financial services in 2009, and joined Morgan Stanley in 2016 as a Regional Analyst. Prior to joining the firm, she was an Internal Wholesaler at Lincoln Financial Group as well as an Account Manager & Marketing Coordinator at Navidor Merchant Services.
Fabienne is a graduate of New York University where she received a Bachelor of Arts in Economics. She lives in Wayne, Pennsylvania with her family. Outside of the office, Fabienne enjoys running, hiking, exploring new types of cuisines and traveling with her family.
About Jim Kaiser
He earned his undergraduate degree from The King’s College and received the Financial Planning Specialist® designation from the College for Financial Planning. Jim is originally from St. Louis, MO and currently resides in New York City.
Portfolio Insights
Retirement
- 401(k) Rollovers
- IRA Plans
- Retirement income strategies
- Retirement plan participants
- Annuities
Investing
- Asset Management
- Wealth Planning
- Traditional Investments
- Alternative Investments
- Impact Investing
Family
- Estate Planning Strategies
- 529 Plans / Education Savings Planning
- Long Term Care Insurance
- Special Needs Planning
- Trust Services
Business Planning
- Succession Planning
- Business Planning
- Qualified Retirement Plans
Philanthropy
- Endowments
- Foundations
- Donor Advised Funds
- Impact Investing
2Morgan 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.
3Investors 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.
4Annuities 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.
9Insurance products are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.
10Structured Investments are complex and not appropriate for all investors. An investment in structured investments involves risks. These risks can include but are not limited to: fluctuations in the price, level or yield of underlying asset(s), interest rates, currency values and credit quality, substantial loss of principal, limits on participation in appreciation of underlying asset(s), limited liquidity, credit risk, and/or conflicts of interest. Many structured investments do not pay interest or guarantee a return above principal at maturity. Investors should read the security’s offering documentation prior to making an investment decision.
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