Senior Vice President, Wealth Management, Financial Advisor, Senior Portfolio Management Director
Phone:
(954) 762-3006(954) 762-3006
The Abers Shapiro Group at Morgan Stanley
Direct:
(954) 762-3006(954) 762-3006
Toll-Free:
(800) 327-8323(800) 327-8323
Industry Award WinnerOur Mission Statement
Experience, intellectual capital, and dedicated personal service to help you meet your life goals
Welcome
The financial landscape is more complex than ever. As your wealth expands, so do the choices, trade-offs, and consequences behind every major decision. We believe that behind every significant financial milestone is a human one—a choice about your family, your business, or the legacy you intend to leave behind.
At The Abers Shapiro Group at Morgan Stanley, we bring over 75 years of combined experience to these moments. We bridge the gap between where you are today and where you want to be tomorrow, leveraging the institutional power of Morgan Stanley to protect and grow what you've built.
A Deliberate, High-Touch Approach
Our work is designed for those who value discretion and a sophisticated standard of service. We provide guidance tailored to your specific situation, including but not limited to many of the services you see on the right-hand side of this welcome letter.
A Partnership Built for the Long Term
We believe wealth management is an ongoing evolution, not a one-time transaction. As a multigenerational team, we are built for continuity—offering a stable relationship that evolves alongside you and your family. You can expect proactive outreach, timely communication, transparency, and the discipline to stay on track even when market conditions shift.
Our Objective
Our goal is straightforward: to help you make confident decisions and create a durable plan for the life you want, supported by a team that knows you, understands your priorities, and is ready when it matters most. If you are looking for a more thoughtful way to manage your wealth, we welcome a conversation.
Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams (2024, 2025, & 2026)
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2024, 2025, 2026). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in March of year prior to the issuance of the award. https://www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/awards-disclosure.html
Forbes Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisor Best-In-State (2025)
Data provided by SHOOK® Research, LLC. Data as of 3/31/25 Source: Forbes.com (August, 2025). SHOOK considered advisors born in 1986 or later with a minimum 4 years as an advisor.
Best-In-State Wealth Advisors (2025)
Florida - South (High Net Worth)
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Apr 2025) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 6/30/23 - 6/30/24.
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
- Alternative InvestmentsFootnote12
- Business Succession PlanningFootnote13
- Stock Plan ServicesFootnote14
Check the background of Our Firm and Investment Professionals on FINRA's BrokerCheck.*
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.
Click here to learn more
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.
Click here to learn more
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
2024, 2025 & 2026 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management
It’s an honor for The Abers Group to be named to the Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams ranking for the third year in a row. 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 2024, 2025, 2026). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in March of year prior to the issuance of the award.
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2024, 2025, 2026). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in March of year prior to the issuance of the award.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Alternative Investments Director
An Alternative Investments Director is a designation within Morgan Stanley for Financial and Private Wealth Advisors who have significantly incorporated alternative investments into their practice. To qualify, candidates must have a satisfactory compliance record with no material sales practice violations, significant and relevant experience in alternative investments, and in-depth knowledge of Morgan Stanley Wealth Management products.
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 Shapiro Group
Senior Vice President, Wealth Management, Financial Advisor, Financial Planning Specialist, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, Senior Portfolio Manager
Phone:
(954) 762-3073(954) 762-3073
Senior Vice President, Financial Advisor, Senior Portfolio Manager, Senior Portfolio Management Director
Phone:
(954) 267-5621(954) 267-5621
Robin Solis
Senior Registered Client Associate
Phone:
(954) 762-3068(954) 762-3068
About Ted Howard Abers
Ted was born and raised in Jersey City, New Jersey, and graduated from The University of Alabama with a degree in Business Administration and Economics.
With decades of experience across multiple market cycles, Ted brings a disciplined, client-first perspective to portfolio construction and long-term wealth strategy. His philosophy begins with a clear understanding of each client’s goals, priorities, and constraints—then translating those objectives into a thoughtful, well-structured portfolio. He is known for delivering straightforward, easy-to-understand guidance, while maintaining the flexibility to adapt as markets shift and clients’ lives evolve.
As part of The Abers Shapiro Group at Morgan Stanley, Ted helps clients benefit from a “family practice” approach built on personalized service and long-standing, multigenerational relationships. He pairs his experience and judgment with the extensive capabilities of Morgan Stanley—one of the world’s leading financial institutions—to help clients access high-caliber resources and solutions across the wealth management landscape.
Ted welcomes inquiries and is available to discuss financial matters in strict confidence.
Ted and his wife, Diane, enjoy the South Florida lifestyle. They have been married for over 35 years and love spending time with their five grandchildren and three adult children—Matthew, Katie, and David—all of whom are happily married and reside 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
With decades of experience across multiple market cycles, Ted brings a disciplined, client-first perspective to portfolio construction and long-term wealth strategy. His philosophy begins with a clear understanding of each client’s goals, priorities, and constraints—then translating those objectives into a thoughtful, well-structured portfolio. He is known for delivering straightforward, easy-to-understand guidance, while maintaining the flexibility to adapt as markets shift and clients’ lives evolve.
As part of The Abers Shapiro Group at Morgan Stanley, Ted helps clients benefit from a “family practice” approach built on personalized service and long-standing, multigenerational relationships. He pairs his experience and judgment with the extensive capabilities of Morgan Stanley—one of the world’s leading financial institutions—to help clients access high-caliber resources and solutions across the wealth management landscape.
Ted welcomes inquiries and is available to discuss financial matters in strict confidence.
Ted and his wife, Diane, enjoy the South Florida lifestyle. They have been married for over 35 years and love spending time with their five grandchildren and three adult children—Matthew, Katie, and David—all of whom are happily married and reside 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: MO, MN, KY, VA, MA, IL, UT, SC, RI, PA, NC, CO, OK, ME, OH, DE, MD, KS, TX, LA, FL, CT, TN, NY, GA, CA, NJ, NH, IN, DC, NV; BM/Supervisor; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Transactional Futures/Commodities; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1285041
NMLS#: 1285041
About Matthew David Abers
Matthew is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional and has been a member of our team since 2014. He earned a B.S. in Finance from Florida State University and continued his professional education at NYU, completing a Certificate in Financial Planning. He subsequently completed the CFP® certification curriculum and exam which is widely regarded as the gold standard for financial planning, reflecting a rigorous commitment to both technical competence and ethical standards.
Matthew’s plays an integral role in helping individuals and families translate goals into actionable strategies through thoughtful, comprehensive planning. His experience includes retirement planning, investment strategy, tax-aware planning, estate and legacy considerations, education planning, insurance planning, and risk management. In addition, Matthew is deeply involved in the day-to-day portfolio analysis and management process—supporting ongoing monitoring, allocation decisions, and disciplined implementation.
Clients value Matthew’s collaborative, detail-oriented approach, and his ability to translate complex topics into clear, understandable, and actionable next steps. He frequently collaborates with a network of professionals—including estate planning attorneys, CPAs, insurance specialists, Private Bankers, Investment Bankers, and other subject-matter experts. His approach is grounded in responsiveness, accountability, and a commitment to delivering first class advice to our clients.
Among other recognitions, Matthew was named to the 2024 and 2025 Forbes Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors Best-In-State.
A South Florida native, Matthew, enjoys fitness, travel, and participating in local charitable events. He lives in South Florida with his wife, Rachel, and their two daughters.
Matthew holds the following licenses and designations:
• CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™
• Series 7
• Series 66
• Life, Health and Annuity Licenses
2024,2025 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 2024,2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month period concluding in Mar of the year the award was issued.
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC offers insurance products in conjunction with its licensed insurance agency affiliates.
Private Bankers are employees of Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association, Member FDIC.
Matthew’s plays an integral role in helping individuals and families translate goals into actionable strategies through thoughtful, comprehensive planning. His experience includes retirement planning, investment strategy, tax-aware planning, estate and legacy considerations, education planning, insurance planning, and risk management. In addition, Matthew is deeply involved in the day-to-day portfolio analysis and management process—supporting ongoing monitoring, allocation decisions, and disciplined implementation.
Clients value Matthew’s collaborative, detail-oriented approach, and his ability to translate complex topics into clear, understandable, and actionable next steps. He frequently collaborates with a network of professionals—including estate planning attorneys, CPAs, insurance specialists, Private Bankers, Investment Bankers, and other subject-matter experts. His approach is grounded in responsiveness, accountability, and a commitment to delivering first class advice to our clients.
Among other recognitions, Matthew was named to the 2024 and 2025 Forbes Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors Best-In-State.
A South Florida native, Matthew, enjoys fitness, travel, and participating in local charitable events. He lives in South Florida with his wife, Rachel, and their two daughters.
Matthew holds the following licenses and designations:
• CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™
• Series 7
• Series 66
• Life, Health and Annuity Licenses
2024,2025 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 2024,2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month period concluding in Mar of the year the award was issued.
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC offers insurance products in conjunction with its licensed insurance agency affiliates.
Private Bankers are employees of Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association, Member FDIC.
Securities Agent: FL, OH, KY, CA, OK, MO, GA, DE, NY, IN, VA, IL, UT, NJ, MN, LA, CT, CO, TX, ME, MD, RI, NC, TN, NV, DC, SC, PA, NH, MA, KS; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1428674
NMLS#: 1428674
About Adam Shapiro
Adam formally began his career in the financial services industry in 1994 and joined Morgan Stanley in 2009. With decades of experience, Adam brings a disciplined, long-term approach to helping clients navigate the markets while aligning financial strategies with their broader goals.
As a partner of the Abers Shapiro Group, Adam works collaboratively with his team to deliver thoughtful, client-focused guidance across investment management, financial planning, and risk management. He values the ability to bring multiple perspectives to the table and believes strong relationships and clear communication are essential to long-term client success. One of the most rewarding aspects of his work is earning his clients’ trust and appreciation over time.
Adam has lived in the Fort Lauderdale area for more than 25 years and remains actively connected to the local community. He is happily married to his wife, Jil, and together they have two daughters.
Outside of the office, Adam is an avid golfer and has been playing since the age of 13. He also enjoys fishing, working out, attending Florida Panthers games and spending time with family and friends. In his downtime, Adam enjoys playing Poker and Gin Rummy as well as spending time with the family’s Portuguese Water Dog, Mookie.
Adam holds the following licenses and designations:
• Senior Vice President of Investments
• Senior Portfolio Manager
• Certified Alternative Investments Director
• Series 7
• Series 63
• Life Insurance Licensed
As a partner of the Abers Shapiro Group, Adam works collaboratively with his team to deliver thoughtful, client-focused guidance across investment management, financial planning, and risk management. He values the ability to bring multiple perspectives to the table and believes strong relationships and clear communication are essential to long-term client success. One of the most rewarding aspects of his work is earning his clients’ trust and appreciation over time.
Adam has lived in the Fort Lauderdale area for more than 25 years and remains actively connected to the local community. He is happily married to his wife, Jil, and together they have two daughters.
Outside of the office, Adam is an avid golfer and has been playing since the age of 13. He also enjoys fishing, working out, attending Florida Panthers games and spending time with family and friends. In his downtime, Adam enjoys playing Poker and Gin Rummy as well as spending time with the family’s Portuguese Water Dog, Mookie.
Adam holds the following licenses and designations:
• Senior Vice President of Investments
• Senior Portfolio Manager
• Certified Alternative Investments Director
• Series 7
• Series 63
• Life Insurance Licensed
Securities Agent: TN, CT, OH, IN, MO, IL, DC, VA, RI, ME, GA, SC, MA, NJ, DE, PA, KY, NV, NH, MD, FL, CA, TX, MN, KS, CO, UT, OK, NY, LA, NC; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1278584
NMLS#: 1278584
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.
Contact Ted Howard Abers
Contact Matthew David Abers
Contact Adam Shapiro
Awards and Recognition
Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
2024-2026 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2024-2026). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in March of year prior to the issuance of the award.
Forbes Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors
2024-2025 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 2024-2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month period concluding in March of the year the award was issued.
Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors
Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors Source: Forbes.com (Awarded April 2025) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC for the period 6/30/23 - 6/30/24.
3
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®
Senior Financial Planning Director, First Vice President
Mark Jansen
Family Office Resources Generalist
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 is a first vice president and senior financial planning director serving Morgan Stanley’s Wealth Management offices in Southeast Florida. She is responsible for helping Financial Advisors’ clients and prospects with their 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 BA 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 two children.
DISCLOSURE:
Important information about your relationship with your Financial Advisor and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC when using a Financial Planning tool. When your Financial Advisor prepares a Financial Plan, they will act in an investment advisory capacity for thirty (30) days after the delivery of your Financial Plan. To understand the differences between brokerage and advisory relationships, you should consult your Financial Advisor, or review our “Understanding Your Brokerage and Investment Advisory Relationships,” brochure available at https://www.morganstanley.com/wealth-relationshipwithms/pdfs/understandingyourrelationship.pdf.
You have sole responsibility for making all investment decisions with respect to the implementation of a Financial Plan. You may implement the Financial Plan at Morgan Stanley or at another firm. If you engage or have engaged Morgan Stanley, it will act as your broker, unless you ask it, in writing, to act as your investment adviser on any particular account.
Morgan 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.
Morgan 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, charitable giving, philanthropic planning and other legal matters.
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 BA 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 two children.
DISCLOSURE:
Important information about your relationship with your Financial Advisor and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC when using a Financial Planning tool. When your Financial Advisor prepares a Financial Plan, they will act in an investment advisory capacity for thirty (30) days after the delivery of your Financial Plan. To understand the differences between brokerage and advisory relationships, you should consult your Financial Advisor, or review our “Understanding Your Brokerage and Investment Advisory Relationships,” brochure available at https://www.morganstanley.com/wealth-relationshipwithms/pdfs/understandingyourrelationship.pdf.
You have sole responsibility for making all investment decisions with respect to the implementation of a Financial Plan. You may implement the Financial Plan at Morgan Stanley or at another firm. If you engage or have engaged Morgan Stanley, it will act as your broker, unless you ask it, in writing, to act as your investment adviser on any particular account.
Morgan 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.
Morgan 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, charitable giving, philanthropic planning and other legal matters.
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.
Private Banking Group (PBG) Market Managers, Senior Private Bankers, Private Bankers, and Associate Private Bankers are employees of Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association.
Banking products and services are offered by Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association, Member FDIC.
Morgan 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.
Investment, insurance and annuity products offered through Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC are: NOT FDIC INSURED | MAY LOSE VALUE | NOT BANK GUARANTEED | NOT A BANK DEPOSIT | NOT INSURED BY ANY FEDERAL GOVERNMENT AGENCY
Important information about your relationship with your Financial Advisor and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC when using a Financial Planning tool. When your Financial Advisor prepares a Financial Plan, they will act in an investment advisory capacity for thirty (30) days after the delivery of your Financial Plan. To understand the differences between brokerage and advisory relationships, you should consult your Financial Advisor, or review our “Understanding Your Brokerage and Investment Advisory Relationships,” brochure available at https://www.morganstanley.com/wealth-relationshipwithms/pdfs/understandingyourrelationship.pdf.
You have sole responsibility for making all investment decisions with respect to the implementation of a Financial Plan. You may implement the Financial Plan at Morgan Stanley or at another firm. If you engage or have engaged Morgan Stanley, it will act as your broker, unless you ask it, in writing, to act as your investment adviser on any particular account.
Morgan 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.
Morgan 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, charitable giving, philanthropic planning and other legal matters.
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, charitable giving, philanthropic planning and other legal matters.
Banking products and services are offered by Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association, Member FDIC.
Morgan 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.
Investment, insurance and annuity products offered through Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC are: NOT FDIC INSURED | MAY LOSE VALUE | NOT BANK GUARANTEED | NOT A BANK DEPOSIT | NOT INSURED BY ANY FEDERAL GOVERNMENT AGENCY
Important information about your relationship with your Financial Advisor and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC when using a Financial Planning tool. When your Financial Advisor prepares a Financial Plan, they will act in an investment advisory capacity for thirty (30) days after the delivery of your Financial Plan. To understand the differences between brokerage and advisory relationships, you should consult your Financial Advisor, or review our “Understanding Your Brokerage and Investment Advisory Relationships,” brochure available at https://www.morganstanley.com/wealth-relationshipwithms/pdfs/understandingyourrelationship.pdf.
You have sole responsibility for making all investment decisions with respect to the implementation of a Financial Plan. You may implement the Financial Plan at Morgan Stanley or at another firm. If you engage or have engaged Morgan Stanley, it will act as your broker, unless you ask it, in writing, to act as your investment adviser on any particular account.
Morgan 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.
Morgan 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, charitable giving, philanthropic planning and other legal matters.
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, charitable giving, philanthropic planning and other legal matters.
Wealth Management
From Our Team
THE VALUE OF ADVICE IN A MORGAN STANLEY MINUTE
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
A Simple Six-Step Retirement Checkup
Article Image
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
Rational Investing in an Age of Uncertainty
Article Image
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
529 Plans: A Powerful Tool to Save for Education
Article Image
Ready to start a conversation? Contact The Abers Shapiro Group today.
Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Center for Financial Planning, Inc. owns and licenses the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, and CFP® (with plaque design) in the United States to Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc., which authorizes individuals who successfully complete the organization’s initial and ongoing certification requirements to use the certification marks.
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.
For more information, please see the Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Client Relationship Summary.
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.
Investment, insurance and annuity products offered through Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC are: NOT FDIC INSURED | MAY LOSE VALUE | NOT BANK GUARANTEED | NOT A BANK DEPOSIT | NOT INSURED BY ANY FEDERAL GOVERNMENT AGENCY
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.
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.
13Morgan 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.
14Morgan 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.
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 Center for Financial Planning, Inc. owns and licenses the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, and CFP® (with plaque design) in the United States to Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc., which authorizes individuals who successfully complete the organization's initial and ongoing certification requirements to use the certification marks.
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.
Awards Disclosures | Morgan Stanley
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.
For more information, please see the Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Client Relationship Summary.
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.
Investment, insurance and annuity products offered through Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC are: NOT FDIC INSURED | MAY LOSE VALUE | NOT BANK GUARANTEED | NOT A BANK DEPOSIT | NOT INSURED BY ANY FEDERAL GOVERNMENT AGENCY
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.
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.
13Morgan 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.
14Morgan 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.
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 Center for Financial Planning, Inc. owns and licenses the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, and CFP® (with plaque design) in the United States to Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc., which authorizes individuals who successfully complete the organization's initial and ongoing certification requirements to use the certification marks.
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.
Awards Disclosures | Morgan Stanley
CRC 4665150 (8/2025), 4763067 (9/2025)
