Our Story and Services

As your Financial Advisors, we can help you define and strive to meet your goals by delivering a vast array of resources to you in the way that is most appropriate for how you invest and what you want to achieve. You’ll have access to some of the world’s most seasoned and respected investment professionals, a premier trading and execution platform and a full spectrum of investment choices.

Stacy and Anthony are different from other advisors, in that they help you create a portfolio that focuses on income growth to help meet their clients' goals. They do not have a cookie-cutter, not one-size-fits-most approach.

The AR Team will put your needs first.
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Recent Communications

At The AR Team, we pride ourselves in always providing our clients with relevant and topical informaiton to help them in making informed financial decisions. Here are examples of some of our more recent communications.

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    The Fed's Tightening Policy

    Keeping up with policy news and the actions of the Federal Reserve is very important in making decisions about your finances. Here is some information about the current fed tightening.

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Our Upcoming Events

Overcoming the Insecurity Around Social Security

On September 25th, 2024 we will be hosting an informational seminar to clear up some uncertainties and answer questions about how and when to approach Social Security Benefits. Click the link below for more information regarding this event.

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Location

1212 Troy Schenectady Road
Latham, NY 12110
US
Direct:
(518) 583-5600(518) 583-5600

Meet The AR Team

About Anthony Russo

Anthony R. Russo, Financial Advisor, First Vice President, began his financial services career in 1987. As a Financial Advisor Anthony assists clients by helping them manage their wealth to meet their individual needs. Anthony focuses on offering a comprehensive approach to managing wealth that begins with listening to a client’s needs and help to ensure every potential solution is grounded in understanding what each client wants to achieve.

Anthony follows the deep – seated Morgan Stanley tradition of participating in the communities we serve. This drives his interest in spending time volunteering with organizations within his community.

Anthony attended Siena College. He holds Series 7, 65, 66 and Portfolio Manager Certification.
Securities Agent: WA, AL, FL, NJ, VT, AZ, VA, RI, CT, GA, HI, TX, SC, MA, LA, MI, MT, ME, NH, NM, NY, IN, OR, OH, TN, PA, OK, NV, NC, MD, IL, DE, CA; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative

About Stacy Akaka

Stacy E. Akaka, Financial Advisor, began her financial services career in 2001. She offers a comprehensive approach to managing wealth that begins with getting to know a client and the client’s family, financial situation, and what matters most to them. Stacy provides access to the investment insights of Morgan Stanley and banking convenience of Morgan Stanley to help address the various aspects of the clients’ financial lives.

Stacy earned her MBA at the University at Albany. She holds Series 7 and 66, and Portfolio Advisor certification.
Securities Agent: SC, VT, OK, HI, MT, NM, WA, VA, TX, TN, RI, PA, OR, OH, NY, NV, NJ, NH, NC, MI, ME, MD, MA, LA, IN, IL, GA, FL, DE, CT, CA, AZ, AL; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative

About Georgianna Wynne-Toner

Georgi joined Morgan Stanley in 2024, after spending the last 5 years at Jefferies working in their internal marketing group. She moved up to the Capital Region in 2020, and enjoys roller skating and horseback riding.
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Portfolio Insights

Retirement

Working with you to understand your life goals and develop a personalized wealth strategy. Today and for the years to come.
  • 401(k) Rollovers
  • IRA Plans
  • Retirement income strategies
  • Retirement plan participants
  • Annuities
4 Financially Smart Ways to Take Money Out of Retirement Accounts
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4 Financially Smart Ways to Take Money Out of Retirement Accounts

Discover how planning for required minimum distributions from retirement accounts can help you fund future needs and support loved ones.

Investing

Working closely with you to guide your wealth and investments through the most challenging market cycles.
  • Asset Management
  • Wealth Planning
  • Traditional Investments
  • Alternative Investments
  • Impact Investing
2025 Global Economic Outlook: U.S. Policies May Temper Global Growth
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2025 Global Economic Outlook: U.S. Policies May Temper Global Growth

Global growth is likely to be around 3% in 2025 and 2026, as tariff and immigration policies begin to slow the U.S. economy late next year, and China's underperformance restrains emerging markets.

Family

Creating customized financial strategies for the challenges that today’s families face.
  • Estate Planning Strategies
  • 529 Plans / Education Savings Planning
  • Long Term Care Insurance
  • Special Needs Planning
  • Trust Services
Taking Control of Your Finances After Death of a Spouse
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Taking Control of Your Finances After Death of a Spouse

Financial planning after a divorce or death can be trying, but with the right approach and the right advice you can turn a difficult situation into empowerment.

Business Planning

Helping you on key aspects of your business such as ownership, liquidity and developing opportunities.
  • Succession Planning
  • Business Planning
  • Qualified Retirement Plans
Financial Planning for Life After Selling a Business
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Financial Planning for Life After Selling a Business

Selling your business can mean big changes for your life, both personally and financially. Know how to make the most of your windfall.

Philanthropy

Making sure your philanthropic dollars are managed with the same high quality service as the rest of your wealth.
  • Endowments
  • Foundations
  • Donor Advised Funds
  • Impact Investing
Donor Advised Funds: A Smart Way to Manage Your Giving 
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Donor Advised Funds: A Smart Way to Manage Your Giving 

There’s more to charitable giving than you may realize. Here’s one method that may be a tax-efficient way to give and can help maximize your impact.
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