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For me, retirement planning means more than providing my clients with investment advice. It means helping them obtain the financial independence they've worked their whole lives to achieve. My consultative process begins with an in-depth discussion of your current finances and future objectives. We'll address issues you might have overlooked and determine how we can help you adjust your investment strategy to help accommodate changing conditions and potentially meet any unforeseen expenses and income demands that may arise during retirement.
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Experience

I graduated from the United States Naval Academy in 1987 with Merit, and my Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering. I went on to subsequent graduate studies in Naval Nuclear Propulsion and multiple overseas deployments, serving as a Surface Warfare Officer onboard the U.S.S. South Carolina (CGN-37), including during Desert Shield and Desert Storm.

Following service to our Country, I spent 12 years in a variety of senior level manufacturing leadership positions, in multiple industries. I held roles as a Shift Supervisor, Production Manager, Plant Manager, Regional Sales Manager, printing plant Pressroom/Pre-press/Bindery Manager, and as the senior leader responsible for Listerine manufacturing and packaging at Pfizer.

In 2004, I joined Smith Barney as a Financial Advisor and have been with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney since the merger. Throughout my tenure at Morgan Stanley, I have worked diligently to learn and grow within the profession, to help meet the ever-changing needs of my clients. I have also been honored to work with excellent team members to help ensure my clients’ financial goals are met. I have obtained multiple designations including: Family Wealth Advisor, Insurance Planning Director, Qualified Plan Financial Consultant (QPFC).

I also work within my community in different ways. Over the years, I have been associated with organizations such as: U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association Susquehanna Valley Chapter, Military Officers Association, Christian Business Men's Committee (CBMC), as a YMCA U.S.A. Swimming Official, school board at Our Mother of Perpetual Help School, and the Parish Council at Our Lady of Lourdes Church.

Financial Planning

Goals you set today will evolve over time. Our process is designed to evolve with them. Holistic in its approach, our planning process will encompass all the elements of your financial and personal life, making sure they align with your current and future goals.
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    Insurance Planning Director (IPD)
    Recipients of the IPD designation have
    demonstrated a commitment to, and understanding of, holistic goals-based wealth management
    planning through the incorporation of insurance solutions into their practice as a foundational
    component of risk management.
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    Qualified Plan Financial Consultant (QPFC)
    QPFC is the professional credential for financial professionals who sell, advise, market or support qualified retirement plans. The QPFC program will provide an understanding of general retirement planning concepts, terminology, distinctive features of qualified plans and the role of retirement plan professionals.
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    Family Wealth Advisor (FWA)
    The FWA designation is granted to those Financial Advisors who have successfully completed an
    accreditation program focused on the skills needed to help families communicate about money and values, share their goals, and grow and protect wealth across generations. With this specialized knowledge, FWAs are able to provide strategic guidance to families and deliver wealth management strategies that put families – and their collective values and goals – first.
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    Estate Planning Strategies
    Estate planning is the process of making arrangements to pass down wealth and assets after a person’s death. Creating an estate plan early is crucial as it ensures that your wishes are precisely reflected in your estate plan. Proper estate planning gives careful consideration to the your future plans, preferences and goals.
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    LifeView
    We have access to a sophisticated suite of tools to help you implement the Morgan Stanley wealth management process and translate your goals into reality. Morgan Stanley’s LifeView® Financial Planning tool’s client portal allows us to provide you with more robust financial planning capabilities, while giving you an easier and more intuitive user experience.
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    Tax, Trust and Estate Planning Overview
    The Wealth and Estate Planning Strategists look at all aspects of an individual’s estate to understand the potential income tax and estate planning attributes of the vehicles.
    Disclosures:
    Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC 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 visit us at http://www.morganstanleyindividual.com or consult with your Financial Advisor to understand these differences.

    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. 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.

    Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC does not accept appointments nor will it act as a trustee but it will provide access to trust services through an appropriate third‐party corporate trustee.
    LifeView® is a registered service of Morgan Stanley & Company and used under license. Morgan Stanley Advisors are not legal or tax advisors.

    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. 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.

The Planning Process

Following a thorough process, we help you create a highly customized and truly comprehensive wealth plan that touches every aspect of your financial life. Our goal is to help you preserve and grow the wealth you have created, and to help you and your family maintain unity as you pass both assets and values across generations. We provide you with personalized and consultative guidance, and we assemble and integrate the needed skills and resources to help you succeed on your terms.
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    1. Discovery
    Identifying your values and goals

    -Family
    -Risk Tolerance
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    2. Analysis and Recommendation
    Helping you to build an action plan

    - Identification of liabilities and risks
    - Coordination with outside personal advisors
    - Action plan: growth, preservation and/or wealth transfer
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    3. Implementation
    Providing access to services and providers

    - Trusts
    - Philanthropy
    - Family mission and by-laws
    - Asset management
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    4. Monitoring
    Ongoing evaluation and reporting

    - Track progress towards goals
    - Set/follow guidelines for liquidity, asset allocation
    - Notification when portfolio strays outside guidelines
    - Performance reporting
    - Online access

WHAT'S HAPPENING WITH MY TEAM AND THE FIRM

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We are fortunate to have a culture built on open discourse of thought-provoking ideas and information. While our clients expect us to share our thoughts on the latest finance and market updates, we believe that the holistic wealth management experience includes discussing lifestyle and current events as well. To this point, the Client Newsletter is our space to share the latest news on what is being discussed in our office.
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5 Steps that May Reduce Taxes on Your Income and Portfolio
Achieving your investment goals isn’t just about maximizing returns. Reducing tax liabilities in your portfolio can also play a key role in helping you build wealth over the long run. As you review your income and portfolio, consider these steps to help reduce taxes on your investments:
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401K Contributions
It’s important to determine how much money you may need to save for a comfortable retirement. Here are three 401(k) plan retirement strategies to consider.
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5 Things You May Not Know About 529s (But Should)
They're tax friendly, flexible and available to anyone. Yet, 529 education investment plans are still underused. Here are five things that parents, grandparents and anyone hoping to get a leg up on education costs need to know.
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6 Financially Smart Ways to Start 2025
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Client Service Team

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    Brittany Arentz, Financial Planning Specialist, PA Life & Health - Registered Client Service Associate
    Phone:
    (717) 519-3231(717) 519-3231
    Email:brittany.arentz@morganstanley.com

Location

300 Granite Run Dr
Ste 300
Lancaster, PA 17601
US
Direct:
(717) 519-4961(717) 519-4961
Toll-Free:
(800) 873-0990(800) 873-0990
Fax:
(717) 560-0100(717) 560-0100
Mailing Address: 515 W Hamilton
Ste 700
Allentown, PA 18101
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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 Tony Gist

Tony Gist is a Private Banker and Vice President serving Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offices in Pennsylvania.

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.

Tony began his career in financial services in 2011 and joined Morgan Stanley in 2021. Prior to joining the firm, he held various roles within the Retail Bank industry including Licensed Banker and Branch Manager.
Tony is a graduate of Fairmont State University, where he received a Bachelor of Science with a concentration in Criminal Justice, while also playing football for the Fairmont State Fighting Falcons. He and his family currently reside in York, Pennsylvania.

Outside of the office, he spends time with family whenever possible. He enjoys playing golf, skiing, fishing, watching sports, especially football, and listening to talented musicians across various genres.
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Morgan Stanley Wealth Management Financial Advisers can conduct their business in several ways: individually, as a member of a team of Financial Advisors, or through the formation of a Strategic Partnership with another Financial Advisor or team of Financial Advisors. A Strategic Partnership is an arrangement between a Financial Advisor or a team of Financial Advisors with another Financial Advisor or team of Financial Advisors that has a unique focus or knowledge regarding a specific business concentration, product area, and/or client type. If your account is with an individual Financial Advisor, that Financial Advisor services all facets of your account. If your account is with a Financial Advisor who is a member of a team, any Financial Advisor on the team can service your account. If your Financial Advisor is part of a Strategic Partnership, his or her role in that Strategic Partnership may be limited to a specific business and/or product area and may not cover all facets of your account. The use of the terms “Partner” or “Strategic Partner” and/or “Partnership” or “Strategic Partnership” are used as terms of art and not used to imply or connote any legal relationship.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.
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6Investors 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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7Annuities 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.

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9Insurance products are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.

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10Investors 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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11Municipal 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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12Alternative 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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