Ted Howard Abers
Senior Vice President, Wealth Management, Financial Advisor, Portfolio Management Director
Phone:
(954) 762-3006(954) 762-3006
The Abers Group at Morgan Stanley
Direct:
(954) 762-3006(954) 762-3006
Toll-Free:
(800) 327-8323(800) 327-8323
Our Mission Statement
Experience, intellectual capital, and dedicated personal service to help you meet your life goals
Welcome
As the financial world becomes more complex and your personal wealth grows, careful planning and transparent advice become even more important as you pursue your goals. Professional wealth management can help remove the emotional stress created by trying to manage your wealth alone.
The Abers Group at Morgan Stanley is a multigenerational team with over 50 years of combined experience. Our team's advice is backed by the advanced technology, extensive research, exceptional insight and institutional scale that is offered in conjunction with the world class resources of Morgan Stanley. We can help serve your financial needs through personalized portfolio management, long term financial plans, unbiased investment strategies, guidance on critical financial decisions, as well as retirement and estate planning strategies. Over time, we will continue to fine-tune your plan to reflect new priorities in your life or changes in the financial markets. We will always be available to you and will also proactively reach out to provide customized updates and reviews in order to make sure you remain informed and on track to achieve your goals.
The Abers Group at Morgan Stanley values a personal relationship with each and every client while also putting your best interest first. Ultimately, our objective is to put you in a financial position that allows you to live life the way you choose while also having trust and confidence in how your wealth is being managed.
Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams (2024 & 2025)
Source: Forbes (Awarded Jan 2024 Jan 2025,). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/22 – 3/31/24. Disclosure: https://mgstn.ly/3J3ywqw
Forbes Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisor Best-In-State (2024)
Source: Forbes (Awarded August 2024). Data compiled by SHOOK Research based on time period from Mar 2023-Mar 2024.Disclosure: https://mgstn.ly/3J3ywqw
Services Include
- Professional Portfolio ManagementFootnote1
- Financial PlanningFootnote2
- Retirement PlanningFootnote3
- 401(k) Rollovers
- Fixed IncomeFootnote4
- Cash Management and Lending ProductsFootnote5
- Trust AccountsFootnote6
- Certificates of DepositFootnote7
- 529 PlansFootnote8
- Estate Planning StrategiesFootnote9
- Qualified Retirement PlansFootnote10
- Life InsuranceFootnote11
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Working With You
Your goals, hopes, and dreams are at the center of our work. That’s why we’ll plan to meet with you at length when you first begin working with us. We’ll ask smart questions and listen to what you say. Once we fully understand your situation, we’ll suggest ways to put your money to work.
Some of our work is best coordinated with your other key advisors. If you’d like, we can connect directly with you tax specialist, trust attorney, insurance professional, and family office.
Additionally, when you work with us you can expect -
Some of our work is best coordinated with your other key advisors. If you’d like, we can connect directly with you tax specialist, trust attorney, insurance professional, and family office.
Additionally, when you work with us you can expect -
Detailed Financial Strategy
Developing and executing a sound financial strategy based on clients’ needs, current asset allocation, risk tolerance and future goals - including education, retirement, and other contributing factors.
Long-term Wealth Planning
We will review your current and future financial situation, determine the likelihood of reaching your goals and address any potential shortfalls. This is the time we will communicate with any necessary third parties to ensure the strategies we recommend are cohesive and fully coordinated.
Esnsure Smart & Prepared Decision Making
Look across multiple accounts, products, and market conditions to help you implement solutions that are an appropriate fit for your strategy to reach your long-term goals.
Consistent Review & Accountability
We are going to be accountable to you in updating you with regular performance reports where we will apply changes as necessary to accommodate any shifts in your priorities.
A Focused Approach to Investments
We have structured our Portfolio Management program to help you meet your specific financial needs. Your portfolio will not be farmed out to another 3rd party and will be managed in house on a fully discretionary basis and in your best interest. Leveraging the global resources of Morgan Stanley, we will monitor the events that affect your financial objectives. Furthermore, we study trends and developments that shape the investment environment, drive the economy and ultimately impact your portfolio’s performance. In managing your portfolio, we will offer guidance in both ongoing portfolio management decisions and understanding investment risk while keeping your long-term goals in view.
We follow a four-step process that helps you develop a long-term perspective about your investments.
We follow a four-step process that helps you develop a long-term perspective about your investments.
1. Establish Financial Objectives
Work with you to establish a realistic set of objectives based on your financial goals, time horizon, liquidity needs and tolerance to volatility and risk.
2. Define Investment Strategy
Develop an investment strategy designed to help produce optimal portfolio performance: the highest return potential consistent with the strategy’s level of risk.
3. Evaluate and Select Investments
Develop an investment strategy designed to help produce optimal portfolio performance: the highest return potential consistent with the strategy’s level of risk.
4. Ongoing Review Process
Track your portfolio’s performance relative to your stated objectives— and modify the portfolio on a discretionary basis as your needs and circumstances change over time.
Comprehensive Financial Planning
Regardless of what stage your life is in – moving ahead In your career, enjoying retirement or somewhere in between – we can help you achieve your financial goals. There is no substitute for a CFP® professional working with you on a plan.
Using a suite of tools that includes goal-specific analysis, we can work with you to create a realistic, holistic strategy that integrates the various aspects of your financial life, including your investments and cash management needs.
We can create your personal roadmap to help achieve your goals – a framework that makes the connection between your life goals and your financial resources and provides a baseline for future discussions.
Using a suite of tools that includes goal-specific analysis, we can work with you to create a realistic, holistic strategy that integrates the various aspects of your financial life, including your investments and cash management needs.
We can create your personal roadmap to help achieve your goals – a framework that makes the connection between your life goals and your financial resources and provides a baseline for future discussions.
Certified Financial Planner® (CFP®)
CFP professionals have met extensive training and experience requirements and commit to CFP Board’s ethical standards that require them to put their clients’ interests first.
Lifeview Intelligent Planning
LifeView provides progress-to-goals reporting and can also illustrate complex planning strategies such as methods of stock option exercise, Roth conversions and 401k early distributions.
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Goals Planning System (GPS)
Goals Planning System (GPS) is Morgan Stanley’s own integrated planning tool. Built on the Firm’s intellectual capital and capabilities, GPS is an intuitive and efficient platform used to quickly assess whether a client is “On Track” to achieving their financial goals.
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Spending & Budgeting Tool
One way to manage savings is by using Morgan Stanley’s Spending and Budgeting tool. These tools help advisors monitor client cash flows across both internal and external accounts. It also tracks spending patterns and produces an income and expense analysis to help clients achieve their goals by adjusting their spending behavior when necessary.
Learn more about our financial management toolsAwards & Designations
2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management
It’s an honor for The Abers Group to be named again to the Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams ranking. The entire team is grateful for the trust that our clients have placed in us and for our team’s continued commitment to excellence.
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2025) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based for the period from 3/31/23–3/31/24
Read the Full Press ReleaseSource: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2025) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based for the period from 3/31/23–3/31/24
2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management
Forbes has published its Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams list for 2024, and it’s an honor for The Abers Group to have made the list. The entire team is grateful for the trust that our clients have placed in us and for our team’s continued commitment to excellence.
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2024) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based for the period from 3/31/22–3/31/23
Read the Full Press ReleaseSource: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2024) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based for the period from 3/31/22–3/31/23
Matthew Abers Named to 2024 Forbes Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors Best-In-State
Each year, Forbes compiles and publishes a ranking of the nation’s Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors Best-In-State, spotlighting a select group of professionals who represent the future of our industry. Matthew Abers, Financial Advisor, was recognized in the 2024 ranking for Florida - South (#46) which serves as a testament of his hard work, exceptional ideas, and dedication to his clients.
Source: Forbes (Awarded August 2024). Data compiled by SHOOK Research based on time period from Mar 2023-Mar 2024.
Read the Full Press ReleaseSource: Forbes (Awarded August 2024). Data compiled by SHOOK Research based on time period from Mar 2023-Mar 2024.
Matthew Abers Named to 2018, 2019 Pacesetter's Club
Morgan Stanley's Pacesetter’s Club is a global recognition program for Financial Advisors who, early in their career, have demonstrated the highest professional standards and first class client service. Earning this award is a reflection of Matthew's hard work and dedication to his clients and colleagues.
Certified Financial Planner® (CFP®)
The CFP® certification process, administered by CFP Board, identifies to the public that those individuals who have been authorized to use the CFP® certification marks in the U.S. have met rigorous professional standards and have agreed to adhere to the principles of integrity, objectivity, competence, fairness, confidentiality, professionalism and diligence when dealing with clients.
Financial Planning Specialist Designation
The Financial Planning Specialist designation, administered by Morgan Stanley Wealth Management, provides FAs and support staff with the fundamentals of wealth accumulation and wealth management for high net worth individuals.
Senior Portfolio Management Director
The Senior Portfolio Management Director title, administered by Morgan Stanley Wealth Management, allows advisors to manage investment advisory accounts on a discretionary basis. Our team works directly with you to model in-house, financial portfolios that fit to your unique financial goals.
Location
350 East Las Olas Blvd
Ste 1500
Ft Lauderdale, FL 33301
US
Direct:
(954) 762-3006(954) 762-3006
Toll-Free:
(800) 327-8323(800) 327-8323
Meet The Abers Group
Matthew David Abers, CFP®
Senior Vice President, Wealth Management, Financial Advisor, Financial Planning Specialist, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, Senior Portfolio Manager
Phone:
(954) 762-3073(954) 762-3073
Robin Solis
Senior Registered Client Associate
Phone:
(954) 762-3068(954) 762-3068
About Ted Howard Abers
Born and raised in Jersey City, New Jersey, Ted later attended The University of Alabama and graduated with a degree in Business Administration and Economics.
Ted’s portfolio management philosophy is to focus on his clients’ goals and objectives. His core belief is to deliver a clear and understandable strategy to all clients. He has leveraged his wealth of experience and knowledge from decades of market cycles to offer a comprehensive investment strategy and process to clients guiding them through many market conditions. The starting point is to define what the needs and requirements are from our client; then to structure the portfolio focusing on these objectives; while also keeping the investment strategy extremely flexible for any changes in the future.
The Abers group at Morgan Stanley is a true “family practice”; from the many multi-generational relationships they have established through the years, to the personalized services they currently deliver. Teds knowledge and experience; combined with the deep resources of Morgan Stanley; as of one of the world’s largest premier financial institutions; can offer our clients all of the best of class resources available in the industry today.
Ted is always available to discuss your situation in strict confidence with no obligation.
The Abers Group invites all inquiries.
Ted enjoys spending his time with his family as well as enjoying all aspects of a South Florida lifestyle. He and his wife Diane met each other when Ted began his career, and have been married for over 30 years. They have 3 grown children; Matthew, Katie, and David; all currently working and residing in South Florida.
He holds the following licenses:
• 7 General Securities representative
• 9 & 10 General Securities Supervisory
• 63 Uniform securities State Law
• 65 NASAA Investment Advisors Law
• 3 National Commodity Futures
• Life & Annuity Insurance Licensed
• FINRA (formerly NASD) Former Industry Arbitrator
BM/Supervisor; Securities Agent: AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, IL, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MT, NC, NH, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WV; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Transactional Futures/Commodities; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1285041
Ted’s portfolio management philosophy is to focus on his clients’ goals and objectives. His core belief is to deliver a clear and understandable strategy to all clients. He has leveraged his wealth of experience and knowledge from decades of market cycles to offer a comprehensive investment strategy and process to clients guiding them through many market conditions. The starting point is to define what the needs and requirements are from our client; then to structure the portfolio focusing on these objectives; while also keeping the investment strategy extremely flexible for any changes in the future.
The Abers group at Morgan Stanley is a true “family practice”; from the many multi-generational relationships they have established through the years, to the personalized services they currently deliver. Teds knowledge and experience; combined with the deep resources of Morgan Stanley; as of one of the world’s largest premier financial institutions; can offer our clients all of the best of class resources available in the industry today.
Ted is always available to discuss your situation in strict confidence with no obligation.
The Abers Group invites all inquiries.
Ted enjoys spending his time with his family as well as enjoying all aspects of a South Florida lifestyle. He and his wife Diane met each other when Ted began his career, and have been married for over 30 years. They have 3 grown children; Matthew, Katie, and David; all currently working and residing in South Florida.
He holds the following licenses:
• 7 General Securities representative
• 9 & 10 General Securities Supervisory
• 63 Uniform securities State Law
• 65 NASAA Investment Advisors Law
• 3 National Commodity Futures
• Life & Annuity Insurance Licensed
• FINRA (formerly NASD) Former Industry Arbitrator
BM/Supervisor; Securities Agent: AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, IL, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MT, NC, NH, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WV; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Transactional Futures/Commodities; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1285041
Securities Agent: CO, OK, ME, OH, DE, AZ, MN, AL, VA, MA, IL, MD, TX, LA, FL, CT, TN, NY, GA, CA, NJ, NH, IN, DC, OR, SC, PA, NC, MT; BM/Supervisor; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Transactional Futures/Commodities; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1285041
NMLS#: 1285041
About Matthew David Abers
Matthew is a graduate of Florida State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance. Matthew joined our team at Morgan Stanley 2014. He is always learning and continued his education through NYU where he received a Certificate in Financial Planning.
Matthew then went on to sit for and pass the multi year CFP® board program and exam. He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional which is recognized as the gold standard for competent and ethical financial planning. This program covers many aspects of financial planning including but not limited to Investments, Retirement, Tax, Estates, Insurance, Education Planning and Risk Management.
His experience in the creation and implementation of financial plans for individuals and families is a valuable resource to our clients. Matthew also helps with the day to day analysis and management of our clients portfolios. Matthews work ethic is unlike any other and he has a passion for providing our clients first class advice.
Born and raised in Ft. Lauderdale, Matthew appreciates all aspects of South Florida living. Matthew enjoys personal fitness, travel, spending time with family and friends as well as participating in charity events throughout the local community. Matthew is happily married to his wife, Rachel. Matthew and Rachel have two daughters Madison and Layla. They enjoy going on family walks almost every evening and bringing their Goldendoodle, Watson, along as well.
Matthew was named to the 2024 Forbes Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors Best-In-State.
Matthew holds the following licenses and designations:
• CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™
• Series 7
• Series 66
• Life, Health and Annuity Licenses
Source: Forbes (Awarded August 2024). Data compiled by SHOOK Research based on time period from Mar 2023-Mar 2024. (https://www.morganstanley.com/what-we-do/wealth-management/forbes-top-wealth-advisors-lists-2024)
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC offers insurance products in conjunction with its licensed insurance agency affiliates.
Matthew then went on to sit for and pass the multi year CFP® board program and exam. He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional which is recognized as the gold standard for competent and ethical financial planning. This program covers many aspects of financial planning including but not limited to Investments, Retirement, Tax, Estates, Insurance, Education Planning and Risk Management.
His experience in the creation and implementation of financial plans for individuals and families is a valuable resource to our clients. Matthew also helps with the day to day analysis and management of our clients portfolios. Matthews work ethic is unlike any other and he has a passion for providing our clients first class advice.
Born and raised in Ft. Lauderdale, Matthew appreciates all aspects of South Florida living. Matthew enjoys personal fitness, travel, spending time with family and friends as well as participating in charity events throughout the local community. Matthew is happily married to his wife, Rachel. Matthew and Rachel have two daughters Madison and Layla. They enjoy going on family walks almost every evening and bringing their Goldendoodle, Watson, along as well.
Matthew was named to the 2024 Forbes Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors Best-In-State.
Matthew holds the following licenses and designations:
• CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™
• Series 7
• Series 66
• Life, Health and Annuity Licenses
Source: Forbes (Awarded August 2024). Data compiled by SHOOK Research based on time period from Mar 2023-Mar 2024. (https://www.morganstanley.com/what-we-do/wealth-management/forbes-top-wealth-advisors-lists-2024)
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC offers insurance products in conjunction with its licensed insurance agency affiliates.
Securities Agent: IL, CA, TN, DC, VA, NJ, MN, LA, CT, CO, AZ, OK, GA, DE, SC, PA, NH, MA, KS, FL, OR, TX, ME, MD, AL, RI, NC, NY, IN, OH; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1428674
NMLS#: 1428674
About Robin Solis
Robin is a Sr. Registered Client Service Associate with The Abers Group Wealth Management Team here at Morgan Stanley. She has over 16 years of experience in the financial services industry. In addition to her current role, Robin has worked in various positions within the industry that gives her invaluable knowledge to assist our clients, weather it is providing them with a first-class experience or helping them through stressful situations, she aims to be a resource clients can depend on and trust.
Originally from Aventura, FL she currently lives in Downtown Fort Lauderdale where she enjoys all that south Florida has to offer, from cultural events and restaurants to hot yoga and the beach.
She maintains her series 7, series 65 and series 63.
Originally from Aventura, FL she currently lives in Downtown Fort Lauderdale where she enjoys all that south Florida has to offer, from cultural events and restaurants to hot yoga and the beach.
She maintains her series 7, series 65 and series 63.
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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
John Fanning
Senior Private Banker
Leticia Teixeira, CFP®, CEPA®
Financial Planning Director, Vice President
Mark Jansen
Family Office Resources Generalist
Bill Burnett
Trust Specialist
About John Fanning
John Fanning is a Private Banker serving Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offices in Florida.
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.
John began his career in financial services in 1992, and joined Morgan Stanley in 2010 as a Financial Advisor. Prior to joining the firm, he was a Commercial Banker at SunTrust Bank (now Truist Bank) and Bank United. He also also served as a Finance Manager at Merrill Lynch Business Financial Services.
John is a graduate of Florida Atlantic University, where he received a Bachelor of Science in Finance. He lives in Fort Lauderdale, Florida with his family. Outside of the office, John enjoys coaching and watching his sons excel in sports, spending time with family and friends, and cheering on all South Florida sports team.
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.
John began his career in financial services in 1992, and joined Morgan Stanley in 2010 as a Financial Advisor. Prior to joining the firm, he was a Commercial Banker at SunTrust Bank (now Truist Bank) and Bank United. He also also served as a Finance Manager at Merrill Lynch Business Financial Services.
John is a graduate of Florida Atlantic University, where he received a Bachelor of Science in Finance. He lives in Fort Lauderdale, Florida with his family. Outside of the office, John enjoys coaching and watching his sons excel in sports, spending time with family and friends, and cheering on all South Florida sports team.
NMLS#: 803783
About Leticia Teixeira
Leticia Teixeira, CFP®, CEPA® is a Vice President and Financial Planning Director serving Morgan Stanley’s Wealth Management offices in Southeast Florida. She is responsible for helping Financial Advisors with their clients' and prospects' financial planning needs.
Leticia began her career in financial services in 2011 and joined Morgan Stanley in 2020. Prior to her current position, she worked at multiple Financial Services firms in Florida including RBC, Itaú and UBS.
Leticia graduated from Florida International University with a B.A. in Psychology and obtained an MBA in Organizational Management from Carlos Albizu University. She holds her Certified Financial Planner® and Certified Exit Planning Advisor® designations.
Outside of work, Leticia enjoys practicing her photography skills, family trips and volunteering at school activities. Leticia is originally from Sao Paulo, Brazil and she is fluent in English and Portuguese, and conversational in Spanish. She currently lives in Broward, FL with her husband and 2 children.
Leticia began her career in financial services in 2011 and joined Morgan Stanley in 2020. Prior to her current position, she worked at multiple Financial Services firms in Florida including RBC, Itaú and UBS.
Leticia graduated from Florida International University with a B.A. in Psychology and obtained an MBA in Organizational Management from Carlos Albizu University. She holds her Certified Financial Planner® and Certified Exit Planning Advisor® designations.
Outside of work, Leticia enjoys practicing her photography skills, family trips and volunteering at school activities. Leticia is originally from Sao Paulo, Brazil and she is fluent in English and Portuguese, and conversational in Spanish. She currently lives in Broward, FL with her husband and 2 children.
About Mark Jansen
Mark Jansen is a Family Office Resources Generalist for Morgan Stanley’s Family Office Resources, covering the Southeast Region. In this capacity, Mark provides specialized expertise to Financial Advisors and their UHNW clients across a broad range of family wealth management issues including; family governance and wealth education, strategic estate and financial planning, philanthropy management and lifestyle advisory. Mark has over 30 years of experience advising wealthy families, business owners, and their children.
Most recently, Mark worked with New York Life in their Advanced Planning Group working with agents and their UHNW clients advising them on estate and legacy planning, business buy sell planning, and succession planning. Prior to New York Life, Mark held similar Advanced Planning Consulting roles in several National financial organizations. He originally started his career in the financial services industry in the tax department of the public accounting firm Grant Thornton. He is known for taking complex ideas and making them easy to understand. Frequently speaking to groups and individuals on estate and business planning, he brings a conversational style that helps to clarify the complex nature of these topics.
Mark received a Bachelor of Science degree from St. John’s University in Collegeville MN, received his JD degree Cum Laude from the University of Minnesota and his CPA license while working at Grant Thornton. He holds a Series 7, 24 and 63 securities licenses. He currently lives in Richmond Virginia with his wife and occasionally one of their 6 children.
Most recently, Mark worked with New York Life in their Advanced Planning Group working with agents and their UHNW clients advising them on estate and legacy planning, business buy sell planning, and succession planning. Prior to New York Life, Mark held similar Advanced Planning Consulting roles in several National financial organizations. He originally started his career in the financial services industry in the tax department of the public accounting firm Grant Thornton. He is known for taking complex ideas and making them easy to understand. Frequently speaking to groups and individuals on estate and business planning, he brings a conversational style that helps to clarify the complex nature of these topics.
Mark received a Bachelor of Science degree from St. John’s University in Collegeville MN, received his JD degree Cum Laude from the University of Minnesota and his CPA license while working at Grant Thornton. He holds a Series 7, 24 and 63 securities licenses. He currently lives in Richmond Virginia with his wife and occasionally one of their 6 children.
About Bill Burnett
As Executive Director and Trust Specialist, Bill is responsible for helping Financial Advisors, clients, prospects and the legal community to understand and utilize Morgan Stanley’s Trust Services and its “open architecture” corporate trustee platform. He’s available to meet with clients, conduct conference calls, review trust documents and explain to estate planning attorneys the numerous fiduciary solutions our platform can provide. Bill covers the Southeast region and is based in West Palm Beach, FL.
Bill has over 25 years of experience as a comprehensive wealth advisor developing trust and investment management relationships with families, business owners, executives and institutions. Bill cultivated this experience at firms such as Northern Trust, BNY Mellon, The Private Bank at Bank of America, and Merrill Lynch. He holds the Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) and Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA®) professional designations. He is a graduate of the University of North Texas with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Interpersonal Communications and Public Address and earned his way through college on a soccer scholarship. He has lived in Florida since 1994.
Bill has over 25 years of experience as a comprehensive wealth advisor developing trust and investment management relationships with families, business owners, executives and institutions. Bill cultivated this experience at firms such as Northern Trust, BNY Mellon, The Private Bank at Bank of America, and Merrill Lynch. He holds the Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) and Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA®) professional designations. He is a graduate of the University of North Texas with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Interpersonal Communications and Public Address and earned his way through college on a soccer scholarship. He has lived in Florida since 1994.
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Working closely with you to guide your wealth and investments through the most challenging market cycles.
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7Investors 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.
8Investors 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.
9Morgan 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.
10When 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.
11Insurance products are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.
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1Morgan Stanley’s investment advisory programs may require a minimum asset level and, depending on your specific investment objectives and financial position, may not be appropriate for you. Please see the Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC program disclosure brochure (the “Morgan Stanley ADV”) for more information in the investment advisory programs available. The Morgan Stanley ADV is available at www.morganstanley.com/ADV.
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.
3When 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.
4Fixed Income investing entails credit risks and interest rate risks. When interest rates rise, bond prices generally fall.
5Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC is a registered Broker/Dealer, Member SIPC, and not a bank. Where appropriate, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC has entered into arrangements with banks and other third parties to assist in offering certain banking related products and services.
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6Morgan 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.
7Investors 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.
8Investors 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.
9Morgan 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.
10When 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.
11Insurance products are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.
Check the background of our Firm and Investment Professionals on FINRA's BrokerCheck*.
The information, products and services described here are intended only for individuals residing in states where this Financial Advisor is properly registered as described in this site.
Morgan Stanley reserves the right, to the extent permitted under applicable law, to retain and monitor all electronic communications. Morgan Stanley will not accept purchase or sale orders via any Internet site, social media site and/or its messaging systems. Morgan Stanley does not endorse and is not responsible and assumes no liability for content, products or services posted by third-parties on any Internet site, social media site and/or its messaging systems. All electronic communications are subject to terms available at the following link:
https://www.morganstanley.com/disclaimers/mswm-email.html. Any profiles and associated content are for U.S. residents only.
The securities/instruments, services, investments and investment strategies discussed in this material may not be appropriate for all investors. The appropriateness of a particular investment, investment strategy or service will depend on an investor's individual circumstances and objectives. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC recommends that investors independently evaluate particular investments, strategies and services, and encourages investors to seek the advice of a Financial Advisor or Private Wealth Advisor. This material does not provide individually tailored investment advice. It has been prepared without regard to the individual financial circumstances and objectives of persons who receive it.
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. Individuals should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for legal matters.
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”) is not implying an affiliation, sponsorship, endorsement with/of the third party or that any monitoring is being done by Morgan Stanley of any information contained within the website. Morgan Stanley is not responsible for the information contained on the third-party website or the use of or inability to use such site. Nor do we guarantee their accuracy or completeness.
The views, opinions or advice contained within third party websites or materials are solely those of the author, who is not a Morgan Stanley employee, and do not necessarily reflect those of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, or its affiliates. The strategies and/or investments referenced may not be appropriate for all investors as the appropriateness of a particular investment or strategy will depend on an investor's individual circumstances and objectives.
*References to length of service at Morgan Stanley include years at Morgan Stanley and predecessor firms.
Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Inc. owns the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and federally registered CFP (with flame design) in the U.S, which it awards to individuals who successfully complete CFP Board’s initial and ongoing certification requirements.
The use of the CDFA designation does not permit the rendering of legal advice by Morgan Stanley or its Financial Advisors which may only be done by a licensed attorney. The CDFA designation is not intended to imply that either Morgan Stanley or its Financial Advisors are acting as experts in this field.
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