Welcome

For the North Anchor Group at Morgan Stanley, creating a seamless, relationship-driven client experience is our highest priority. We take great pride in the lasting bonds we've built with clients over our decades of combined experience in wealth management. To us, you are so much more than your financial statements, family balance sheets, and investment portfolios. You have unique goals for your career, your family, your charitable giving, your retirement, and so much more - your finances are just a means to achieve them.

Far from building cookie-cutter investment strategies, we take the time to sit down with you to build a deeper understanding of the objectives that drive you to succeed. We begin with a straightforward dialogue, devoid of financial jargon, that clearly lays out what you can expect from our team moving forward. From there, we develop a collaborative plan - in tandem with your tax professionals, estate planning attorneys, etc. - that puts you in the best position possible to achieve your goals.

When developing a strategy, we rely on the deep subject-matter professionals we've built our team around. From financial planning and alternative investments, to equity compensation, stock concentration, and much more, each Financial Advisor on our team brings a focused skillset to the table. Maintaining a long-term relationship with our clients drives us to provide exemplary service, knowledge, and individualized strategies designed to help meet their needs. We believe the many relationships we've built with our clients speak to the success of that strategy.

If you are interested in working with our team, or would simply like to learn more about us, click the "Contact Us" link at the top of this page, give us a call, or take a look at our newsletter by clicking the link below.
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Investment Insights

We're here to help you navigate the current market and how it may effect your portfolio. These resources are intended to distill complex financial analysis and research into concise and easily digestible content. The links below offer insight into the modern market and economic landscape with articles and easily accessible tools.
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    2024 & 2025 Tax Tables
    As tax season approaches, staying informed about the latest updates is essential for effective financial planning. Please see below for attached 2024 and 2025 Tax Tables in PDF format.
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    Total Wealth View
    It's hard to see the full picture with only half of the details. As a Morgan Stanley client, you can now conveniently view your accounts from other financial institutions on Morgan Stanley Online or by using the Morgan Stanley Mobile App, giving you a more complete financial picture.
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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 insights.
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    Wealth Management Capabilities
    We help clients achieve their financial goals through tailored strategies and personalized advice.
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    On the Markets
    Monthly market commentary from Morgan Stanley's thought leaders on topics like global equities, fixed income, monetary policy and more.
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    Alternative Investments
    Our robust alternatives platform may help qualified investors enhance returns, reduce volatility, increase tax-efficiency and generate income.*


    *Disclaimer: Alternative investments are often speculative and include a high degree of risk. Investors can lose all or a substantial amount of their investment. They may be highly illiquid, can engage in leverage, short-selling and other speculative practices that may increase volatility and the risk of loss, and may be subject to large investment minimums and initial lock-ups. They may involve complex tax structures, tax inefficient investing and delays in distributing important tax information. They may have higher fees and expenses that traditional investments, and such fees and expenses can lower the returns achieved by investors.
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Our Process, Your Journey

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    1. Initial Conversation

    We begin with an informal conversation to understand your financial concerns and determine how we can add value. We then schedule a Discovery Meeting and request copies of important financial documents so we can review them in advance.

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    2. Discovery Meeting

    We learn about the values that shape your decisions and identify any special circumstances in your life during this in-depth convesation. Our priority is getting to know you - your goals, needs, and challenges. With the information we attain, we create a comprehensive and customized Wealth Management Plan.

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    3. Analysis

    We utilize a variety of planning and risk analysis tools to assess your current financial positioin. We then develop a Wealth Management Plan that is uniquely yours, aligning your goals with individualized strategies.

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    4. Plan Presentation

    We meet with you to present your Wealth Managment Plan in detail. Your Plan includes investment recommendations and other valuable strategies. These may include solutions to help reduce risk, minimize the impact of taxes, and achieve your estate planning and legacy goals.

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    5. Plan Implementation

    Upon your approval, we begin the disciplined process of executing your plan. We often collaborate with specialized professionals in key areas, as well as your CPA and estate attorney, to help ensure transparencey and lead to cohesive implementation.

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    6. Ongoing Service & Care

    We meet with you regularly to provide updates and keep your plan on track to achieve your goals. Committed to best-in-class service, we focus on developing a relationship that provides exceptional value to you, your business, and your family.

Understanding Your Options

Companies often reward employees with stock options or restricted stock. These are valuable benefits that can go a long way towards enhancing your future financial security. For many employeees, stock options seem increasingly complex which prevents them from taking full advantage of their options. Below are some questions you may be asking yourself along with a few helpful resources to consider. We can help you make informed decisions when it comes to: nonqualified stock options (NSQO); incentive stock options (ISO); performance share units (PSU); restricted stock units (RSU) and awards (RSA); optimizing investment performance; managing risk and provide diversification; financing a major acquisition, and more.

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    Stock Options
    • What factors should I consider when deciding when to exercise my options?
    • How are my options taxed when I exercise them?
    • What happens to my options if I leave the company?
    Understanding Stock Options
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    10b5-1 Plans
    • How does a 10b5-1 plan protect me against violating trading rules?
    • How easy is it to set-up a plan?
    • When is the right time to set up a 10b5-I diversification plan?
    Demystifying 10b5-1 Plans
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    Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
    • When can I enroll in my company's ESPP?
    • What will the purchase price be at the end of the offering period?
    • How and when are ESPP shares taxed?
    • Can I transfer my ESPP shares to another investment account?
    What is an ESPP?
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    Diversifying Concentrated Company Stock
    • How much company stock does it make sense to own given my risk profile and objectives?
    • What percent of my net worth or portfolio should be made up of company stock?
    • What is the most tax-efficient way to diversify my concentrated position?
    • What are my diversification options given my restricted company status?
    4 Tax-Smart Ways to Diversify Your Portfolio
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    Do You Understand Your Equity Award Plan

    Many employers offer equity plans as part of their employee benefit package. Types of equity awards include non-qualified options (NQSO), incentive stock options (IS0), restricted stock units (RSU) and awards (RSA), and performance share units (PSU).

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    2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
    Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2025) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based for the period from 3/31/23-3/31/24.
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    CFP® Professionals
    The CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification identifies those individuals who have met the experience, rigorous coursework, and ethical requirements necessary to have passed the challenging CFP® exam. To become a CFP® professional, candidates must also agree to meet ongoing continuing education requirements.
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    2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
    Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2024) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based for the period from 3/31/22-3/31/23.
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    Alternative Investments Director
    To become an Alternative Investments Director at Morgan Stanley, advisors must exhibit an in-depth knowledge of "alternative" investment strategies, have a sterling compliance record, and routinely participate in continuing education and training events pertaining to alternatives.
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    2023 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
    Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2023) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/21-3/31/22.
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    Stock Plan Director
    Stock Plan Directors must exhibit subject-matter expertise on the unique nuances that come with equity compensation. This internal designation means our team has extensive experience working with clients that receive equity compensation in its various forms.

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Meet North Anchor Group

About John M Geelan

John M. Geelan has been working in the financial services sector since 1985. Now an Executive Director, John helps clients as a Financial Advisor with Morgan Stanley. He works closely with clients to help maximize their level of comfort in retirement. At every step, John seeks to align clients investment portfolios with their specific goals, offers coaching, and advice for his clients and their families along the way.

John develops plans for his clients that go far beyond investment management to encompass estate planning, tax minimization, Social Security benefits, insurance coverages, lending and relocation plans. As his clients make the transition from work to retirement, he makes sure they understand the interconnectedness of all of these decisions. As John always mentions he interacts with his clients as family and a lifelong advocate to their legacy.

John now resides in Wayzata with his wife Mary Beth and two children who are recent graduates. He is an active member of his community, and in his free time John likes to play pickle ball and spend time with his family. Despite his affinity for all sports, John remains an avid Minnesota Vikings fan.
Securities Agent: WY, IN, MA, NJ, MN, PR, VT, TN, OH, WV, WI, WA, VA, UT, TX, SD, SC, RI, PA, OR, OK, NY, NV, NM, NH, NE, ND, NC, MT, MS, MO, MI, ME, MD, LA, KY, KS, IL, ID, IA, HI, GA, FL, DE, DC, CT, CO, CA, AZ, AR, AL, AK; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1689832

About Daniel Anderson

Daniel Anderson joined Morgan Stanley in 2003 after graduating from the University of Saint Thomas. Working as a Consulting Group Analyst, Daniel developed skills in the equity compensation field and the wealth management sector. Daniel now uses these skills as a Financial Advisor to help better navigate his client’s finances coming up with strategies for his clients that can help them achieve their financial goals.

Daniel focuses on the complexities of wealth management is a Certified Financial Planner™ practitioner and holds the Alternative Investments Director internal designation. Through a customized financial planning process, Daniel helps clients optimize their equity compensation opportunities. Daniel provides this investment and comprehensive wealth management advice to each client and their families. Daniel was named to Forbes’ Top Next-Generation Wealth Advisors in 2018 & 2019.*

Daniel is a partner of the North Anchor Group working in Wayzata and lives in Minneapolis with his wife, Brynn, and sons, Charlie and Jack. Daniel enjoys giving back to the community being involved in Meals on Wheels in the South Metro area. On Daniel's free time he enjoys playing golf and watching soccer.

*2018, 2019 Forbes America’s Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors & Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors Best-in-State (formerly referred to as Forbes America's Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors, Forbes Top 1,000 Next-Gen Wealth Advisors, Forbes Top 500 Next Generation Wealth Advisors) Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2018, 2019). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month period concluding in Mar of the year the award was issued.
Securities Agent: WA, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WI, WY, PR, RI, VI, VT, WV, DE, ID, NM, HI, GA, AK, AL, DC; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1295592

About Donna S Bailey

Donna Bailey is a Senior Vice President, Stock Plan Director and Financial Wellness Director with the North Anchor Group at Morgan Stanley in Wayzata, MN. Donna brings 37 years of industry experience with over two decades of experience working with equity compensation, control and restricted securities and emphasis on financial wellness guiding clients from the workplace to retirement.

Your equity compensation opens a world of financial possibilities and complexities. Donna combines her experience and passion to understanding the unique needs, objectives, and aspirations of her clients to develop a customized strategy that seeks to help manage tax events, risk, and market volatility.

Donna is committed to developing a long-lasting relationship and to guide you through your financial journey. She is dedicated to being there for you and being prepared to address any challenges life may present.

When Donna is not in the office you will find her with family and friends. Donna loves to work out, enjoys cooking and exploring new wines.
Securities Agent: WY, WV, WA, VT, VA, UT, TX, TN, SD, RI, PR, PA, OK, OH, NY, NM, NJ, NH, NE, ND, NC, MT, MS, MO, MN, MI, ME, MD, MA, LA, KY, KS, IN, IL, ID, IA, HI, GA, NV, FL, DE, DC, OR, CT, CO, CA, SC, AZ, AR, AL, AK, WI; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1388012
CA Insurance License #: 0I27681

About Me

Glynne joined Morgan Stanley in April 2023 from Edward Jones where she was a Financial Advisor since 2019. Originally from Pennsylvania, Glynne has lived in many parts of the world, from Warren, Vermont, to Zurich, Switzerland. She studied Business Management and Information Systems at North Carolina State University and obtained her CFP® (CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™) certification through Boston University.

Glynne began her career with Asea Brown Boveri's finance & accounting management program which led her to a post at their Switzerland headquarters in 2002. She spent the next 5 years between Zurich and Geneva working in a variety of corporate finance positions. In 2008, Glynne began working for Target Corporation in merchandise finance and store operations and remained with the company until 2015, prior to working in Wealth Management.

Outside of work, Glynne remains active in her community, volunteering and supporting the nonprofit, Treehouse, to help end homelessness among teens. She has been a member of the Junior League of Minneapolis since 2002 and will co-chair the Edina Federated Women’s Club in 2024/2025. An avid runner, Glynne has ran over 75 races including Hood to Coast 200-mile relay twice. In her free time she enjoys reading, gardening, cooking, going on walks with her Cavapoo, Hunter, and travelling with her three children.
Securities Agent: WY, WV, WI, WA, VI, VA, UT, TN, SD, SC, PR, PA, OR, OK, OH, NY, NV, NJ, NH, NE, NC, MT, MS, MO, MN, MI, ME, MD, MA, LA, KY, KS, IN, IL, ID, IA, HI, GA, ND, FL, DE, DC, NM, CT, CO, CA, AZ, AR, AL, AK, RI, VT, TX; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 2505498
CA Insurance License #: 0N05581

About John D Naslund

John Naslund has over 45 years of experience working in the financial industry. He is originally from Two Harbors, Minnesota and is a graduate of the University of Minnesota – Duluth. In his early career, he worked as a Certified Public Accountant. John has been a Financial Advisor since 1981 and is currently a First Vice President with Morgan Stanley.

John is an avid runner, having completed two marathons a year for the past 50 years. Back in the 1970s, John, along with two business partners, started the running store movement in the Twin Cities with a shop in Dinkytown. John holds the distinction of being the only person to have completed every Grandma’s Marathon since 1977 and every Twin Cities Marathon since 1982.

John and his wife Jeannine currently live in Bloomington. They have three adult children.
Securities Agent: WY, OH, PR, TN, VT, DC, MA, MN, NJ, IN, WV, WI, WA, VA, UT, TX, SD, SC, RI, PA, OR, OK, NY, NV, NM, NH, NE, ND, NC, MT, MS, MO, MI, ME, MD, LA, KY, KS, IL, ID, IA, HI, GA, FL, DE, CT, CO, CA, AZ, AR, AL, AK; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures

About Lawrence A Yost

Larry Yost is an industry veteran, having worked in finance for over 43 years. He earned his Bachelor's degree from the University of Minnesota, and his MBA and certification in Portfolio Management from Columbia University in New York. Larry worked as a Financial Advisor at Smith Barney before the firm merged with Morgan Stanley in 2009.

Larry grew up in Cheyenne, Wyoming, and has lived in the Mid-West throughout his career. He currently resides in Plymouth, MN, with his wife of 30 years, Barbara, and their six-year-old husky, Maya. When he isn't working, Larry volunteers with the National Kidney Foundation to fight kidney disease and support families facing hardship as a result. A proud member of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and the Minnesota Elk Association, Larry is an outdoorsman and has a passion for woodworking, crafting handmade wooden bowls for his friends and family.
Securities Agent: AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, PR, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY, AL, AK, HI; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Transactional Futures/Commodities; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1409048

About Lisa Kos

Lisa grew up in Chicago, Illinois, but has spent most of her life in Minnesota, residing in Eagan for the past 37 years. She is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire.

Lisa has been working in the financial services industry since 2000, primarily in sales, supervisory, and support roles. In 2013 she joined Morgan Stanley - first as a Client Service Associate, then as a Portfolio Associate, and is currently a Wealth Management Associate with the North Anchor Group. Lisa is always ready to assist clients in any way that they need, consistently delivering exceptional client service.

Lisa has two adult children, Rachel and Ryan, and three beloved grandsons. Lisa enjoys being active in her community, frequently participating in volunteer opportunities through Morgan Stanley. She has proudly worked in support of Second Harvest, and Loaves and Fishes, among others.

During her spare time, Lisa enjoys long walks with her 2-year-old golden retriever, Penny Lane, summer weekends spent at Mille Lacs, and quality time with her children, grandchildren, and close friends.

About Lisa Lauson

Lisa is originally from southeastern Wisconsin, growing up just a few miles from Lake Michigan. She attended the University of Wisconsin - Whitewater where she earned her BBA in Finance. Lisa’s professional career began in the banking industry. She also worked in computer software consulting and for a mutual fund company.

Lisa and her husband, Joseph, relocated to Minneapolis in 1997 and shortly thereafter she retired to stay home and raise their two children. During those years Lisa was heavily involved in various volunteer organizations – church, school, and community. Upon returning to the workforce, Lisa was with a senior living community up until she joined Morgan Stanley in November 2022. Lisa is committed to getting to know the clients of the North Anchor Group and providing them exceptional client service.

Lisa and her husband currently live in Edina with their rescue dog, Buster. They have two adult children. Their daughter lives in Los Angeles. She is a freelance musician and music educator. Their son lives in Minneapolis. He is a personal trainer and lacrosse coach. Lisa has a passion for community service and helping those in need. She enjoys long walks outdoors, perennial gardening, cooking, and traveling to National Parks.

About Kimberly Crook

Kimberly Crook joined the North Anchor Group from E*TRADE, now a subsidiary of Morgan Stanley, in September, 2023. While at E*TRADE , she worked in the corporate stock plan department in Alpharetta, Georgia. Prior to that position, Kimberly worked in International Education for 10 years where she gained an appreciation for the power of knowledge and staying informed - she enjoys empowering clients by teaching them how their hard-earned savings can be put to work in pursuit of life's goals.

Kimberly grew up in Macon, Georgia before moving to the Northeast to earn her bachelor's degree in Business Administration and her master's in Educational Leadership from Framingham State University. She also holds a black belt master's certificate in Six Sigma from Villanova University. Kimberly is a licensed Investment Advisor Representative (IAR), having passed both the Series 7 and 66 exams.

Now a resident of Excelsior, MN, Kimberly also volunteers with local Veteran organizations and clubs, having served in the military herself. She is passionate about combating homelessness, helping those suffering from PTSD, and promoting suicide and mental health awareness among veterans. Kimberly is a proud hockey mom and shares a teenage daughter, Avery, and two sons, Drake and Colten, with her husband of 20 years, Andrew. Other members of the family include two standard poodles, Dumpling & Harley, a shih-tzu, Benji, and a cat named Cleo. Outside the office, Kimberly enjoys swimming, outdoor grilling and picnics, and curling up with a blanket and a movie on rainy or snow-filled days.
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Portfolio Insights

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
Are You Prepared for Tax Day?
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Are You Prepared for Tax Day?

The countdown to Tax Day has begun. Here are some strategies to consider as the deadline approaches.

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.

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.

Financial Wellness

Enhancing Financial Wellness enables your workforce to do their best work. Companies that invest in financial wellness have an opportunity to:
  • Reduce employee stress,
  • Improve retention and engagement, and
  • Set themselves apart by offering comprehensive financial wellness benefits.
The Business Case for a Financially Resilient Workforce
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The Business Case for a Financially Resilient Workforce

In the face of turbulent markets, the word “resilience” may be top of mind. Broadly speaking, resilience is the ability to “bounce back” when encountering life’s inevitable challenges.
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2Alternative 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.

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3Morgan 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.

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4Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors and 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 matters involving trust and estate planning and other legal matters.

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5Morgan 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.

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7Municipal 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.
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