My Story and Services

Stephen, one of the founders of The SVS Wealth Management Team at Morgan Stanley, joined the firm in 2006. With over 20 years of industry experience, Stephen’s leadership and drive help to propel the team forward. Prior to Morgan Stanley, Stephen spent time as the Assistant Vice President at Wachovia, where he worked for eight years. Stephen focuses on creating individualized strategies for our clients and ensures that such strategies align with both short and long term goals. He understands that every client presents a different set of goals and challenges and as such creates specifically tailored investment strategies. A graduate of Providence College, Stephen serves on the Board of Directors for the Reef Institute, an organization dedicated to coral conservation through education, research, and restoration. Currently, Stephen resides in Tinton Falls, NJ with his wife and daughter.
Education & Associations
  • BA - History Providence College
  • Series 6, 7, 9, 10, 24, 31, 63 & 65 Licensed
  • State Life, Health & Disability Insurance Licensed
Services Include
Securities Agent: WY, KS, MO, GA, NY, TN, VT, NH, WV, WI, WA, VA, UT, TX, SC, RI, PR, PA, OR, OK, OH, NV, NM, NJ, NE, NC, MT, MN, MI, ME, MD, MA, LA, KY, IN, IL, IA, FL, DE, DC, CT, CO, CA, AZ, AL, AK, AR, HI, ID, MS, ND, SD, VI; BM/Supervisor; General Securities Principal; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1261797
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AWARDS AND DESIGNATIONS

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    America's Top Wealth Management Teams - Forbes
    Recognized by Forbes in their 2022-2024 rankings of America's Top 100 Wealth Management Teams. Awarded to groups of experienced wealth managers that have proven track records of success according to SHOOK Research, which uses quantitative and qualitative data, including interviews, to rank teams.

    Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2022-2024) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in March of year prior to the issuance of the award.
    Award Disclosures:(https://www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/awards-disclosure.html)
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    Top 250 Private Wealth Management Teams - Barron's
    Recognized in Barron's 2024 Top 250 Private Wealth Management Teams. Teams are ranked on a variety of factors, including their size and shape, their regulatory records and credentials of their members, and the resources they have at their disposal to serve their client bases.

    (Source: Barron's (Awarded May 2024). Data compiled by Barron's based on time period from Jan 2023-Dec 2023. https://mgstn.ly/3WD0yje)
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    Best-In-State Wealth Advisors - Forbes
    Disclosure:
    2024 Forbes Best-In- State Wealth Advisors

    Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2024). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award.
    Award Disclosures:(https://www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/awards-disclosure.html)
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    Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams - Forbes
    Recognized by Forbes magazine’s 2023-2025 rankings of Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams. Awarded to groups of experienced wealth managers that have proven track records of success according to SHOOK Research, which uses quantitative and qualitative data, including interviews, to rank teams.

    Disclosure:
    Forbes.com (Awarded 2023-2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in March of year prior to the issuance of the award.
    Award Disclosures:(https://www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/awards-disclosure.html)
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    Portfolio Management Director
    The Portfolio Management Director Designation Program was developed for Financial Advisors who have significantly incorporated portfolio management into their practice on a discretionary basis.
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    Workplace Advisor – Equity Compensation
    This designation was developed for Financial Advisors with the expertise and knowledge necessary to help clients make informed decisions when it comes to their equity compensation.
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    Alternative Investment Director
    Alternative Investments Director Designation Program was developed for Financial and Private Wealth Advisors who have significantly incorporated Alternative Investments into their practice.
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    The Century Club at Morgan Stanley
    This accolade recognizes consistent excellence in providing a wide range of investment products and wealth management services to clients like you. It also celebrates leadership in industry best practices of wealth management and a commitment to delivering first-class client service.

Family Wealth Director

Stephen Scanapicco is part of a group of fewer than 4% of Morgan Stanley Advisors who have completed the rigorous Family Wealth Director certification program as of January 2022.

This certification allows him to access an exceptional group of wealth management professionals and better assist high-net worth clients across a broad spectrum of wealth management areas including:
• Business succession planning and monetizing business ownership
• Alternative investments
• Control and restricted securities
• Equity and interest rate risk management
• Wealth transfer
• Family Governance and Dynamics
• Philanthropic Services

As your family grows and your wealth increases, you may face a broader and more complex set of wealth management challenges. As a Family Wealth Director, Stephen has the extensive experience, specialized training, and the resources necessary to help you and your family address these needs. He helps you create and implement a comprehensive wealth management plan based on your unique goals and aspirations.
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    Estate Planning Strategies
    With you every step of the way, Stephen analyzes a client's tax and estate structures so that their tax characteristics are accurately incorporated in the asset allocation analysis performed for the client.
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    Charitable Giving
    Below is an overview of some of the common methods that individuals use to make charitable gifts, along with some important tips that you should keep in mind.
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    Wealth Education
    Financial Literacy means being empowered with the knowledge to make smart financial decisions during every stage of life. Discussing family finances is especially important with adult children, no matter their age. It's not always easy, but starting the conversation is a key step in long-term wealth planning.
    Financial Empowerment Across Generation
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    Executive Compensation: Stock and Stock Options
    Executives today are increasingly compensated with
    stock or stock options. A benefit of receiving stock or
    options is that they allow the employee to share in the
    growth of the company without making a current investment (by purchasing stock or exercising options). However, exercising stock options presents a number of difficult—and sometimes divergent—choices. Accordingly, it is critical that an executive understand the risk of investing financial assets and the potential reward of preferential income tax treatment.
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    Philanthropic Planning
    Your set of philanthropic objectives is as personal as your vision of a better world. Determining your objectives however, can be challenging when there are so many worthy causes and so many unmet needs.
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Financial Planning

My wealth management strategy is centered around you, your family, and your profession - where you are now and where you want to be in the future. We provide the structure to help you get there. Check out our process below:
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    Step 1: Introductory Meeting
    Our relationship begins with an initial discussion aimed towards getting to know you, your lifestyle, and your future goals.
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    Step 2: Discovery Meeting
    During the discovery meeting, we will work together to establish your financial goals by reviewing your current financial situation and developing a suitable risk tolerance that will ultimately help you achieve the financial outcome you envision for yourself.
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    Step 3: Financial Planning
    Financial plans map out essential factors that play into your financial success. Examining all relevant financial information provides a holistic asset allocation analysis for all of your accounts ensuring a comprehensive financial plan.
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    Step 4: Action Items
    After the creation of the financial plan, I will follow up with you regarding my analysis and recommendations.
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    Step 5: Implementation
    Implementation focuses on creating prospective strategies custom designed for your specific needs. Recommended changes could include logistics, tax impact, asset allocation adjustments, and saving and benefit modifications.
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    Step 6: Monitoring & Performance Tracking
    Finally, I will be constantly monitoring your assets and analyzing your performance tracking data to ensure your financial expectations are being met and adjusted accordingly. We will keep a high degree of communication with you to make sure your concerns and requests are always addressed.

Client Resources

Here at Morgan Stanley, we strive to simplify complex financial ideas so that our clients understand what is being done on their behalf to plan for their financial future. We are firm believers of providing our clients with as many resources as possible so they can stay informed about the latest market trends, outlooks, and breakdowns.
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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. Click the link below to read the full report.
    Read: "GIC Weekly"
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    2024 Federal Income Tax Tables
    For help filing your taxes this year, my team has published the 2024 tax tables for your reference. Please click the link below to view them.
    Read: "Tax Tables"
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    Your Guide to Tax-Efficient Planning
    The tax decisions you make today can help you save for years to come. Consider these smart tax strategies for your financial plan.
    Read: "Your Guide to Tax-Efficient Planning"
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    Global Investment Committee On The Markets
    A monthly publication that summarizes the Global Investment Committee’s market outlook and contains thought-provoking essays that examine the forces shaping the investment landscape. Check out this month's edition below.
    Read: "GIC On The Markets"

Location

1030 Broad Street
3rd Floor
Shrewsbury, NJ 07702
US
Direct:
(732) 389-8653(732) 389-8653
Toll-Free:
(800) 631-2221(800) 631-2221
Fax:
(732) 544-9070(732) 544-9070

Meet My Team

About Mary K. Elliott

Mary has worked in the Financial Services Industry for 30 plus years, of which over 25 have been with Morgan Stanley. She has worked on both the Institutional and Wealth Management sides of the business, first as a Fixed Income Trader and later as a Financial Advisor. As Business Development Director for the SVS team, Mary is responsible for the proactive cultivation and maintenance of client relationships.

Mary received a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from St. Mary's College, South Bend, Indiana with concentrations in Accounting and Finance. She currently resides in Sea Girt, NJ where she enjoys spending time at the beach with her family and friends.

About Anjie Salvaryn

Anjie started with the SVS Team in 2020 but has been in the financial industry since 1987 working at First Investors, then Foresters Financial, where she assisted both financial advisors and clients.

She lives in East Brunswick with her husband, her daughter, who is in college and their cat. In her spare time, she likes to attend concerts and travel.

She holds the Series 7 and 66 licenses.
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.

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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1When Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors (collectively, “Morgan Stanley”) provide “investment advice” regarding a retirement or welfare benefit plan account, an individual retirement account or a Coverdell education savings account (“Retirement Account”), Morgan Stanley is a “fiduciary” as those terms are defined under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, as amended (“ERISA”), and/or the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (the “Code”), as applicable. When Morgan Stanley provides investment education, takes orders on an unsolicited basis or otherwise does not provide “investment advice”, Morgan Stanley will not be considered a “fiduciary” under ERISA and/or the Code. For more information regarding Morgan Stanley’s role with respect to a Retirement Account, please visit www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/dol. Tax laws are complex and subject to change. Morgan Stanley does not provide tax or legal advice. Individuals are encouraged to consult their tax and legal advisors (a) before establishing a Retirement Account, and (b) regarding any potential tax, ERISA and related consequences of any investments or other transactions made with respect to a Retirement Account. Individuals should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for matters involving trust and estate planning, charitable giving, philanthropic planning and other legal matters.

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Awards Disclosures
CRC 6491812 (04/2024)