Our Story and Services

As your Financial Advisors, we can help you define and 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. Working together we can help you to preserve and grow your wealth. 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.
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The decisions you make around your company stock and options are among the most important financial decisions you will ever make. The process can be complicated, and you may be faced with questions such as:

• What type of stock and options do I have with my company?
• How do I maximize the value of my equity compensation?
• What are the tax implications of my company stock and options?
• What happens if I leave the company for a new job? Or I retire?
• How can I turn my company equity into something that brings me joy?

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    How we can help?

    We help you understand what you have and present you with insight and analysis to educate and empower each of your financial decisions. We cover all aspects of stock plans, non-qualified stock options (NQSO), incentive stock options (ISO), restricted stock and restricted stock units (RSU)—as well as the tax implications and intricacies associated with each. The depth of our knowledge and experience in this area has helped pave the way to our becoming one of the leading reinvestment stock plan teams at Morgan Stanley.

    Morgan Stanley's Equity Award Analytics Sample 2022
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    Why Us?

    As part of a highly trained group of Morgan Stanley advisors we have the tools and capabilities to solve this complicated issues, and we are positive that we can help you plan for whatever needs you may have in your life.

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    Tax Efficient Strategies

    As your wealth grows, so does the importance of tax efficiency. What you keep matters just as much as what you earn. As you think about making tax-efficiency part of your wealth management and investing strategy, you may be wondering:

    Tax Efficient Strategies and Investing
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    Equity Award Analysis Page from Morgan Stanley

    Your equity awards are your company's way of recognizing you for a job well done—and they can also play an important role in helping you achieve your financial goals. As a benefit of your company stock plan, you have access to our exclusive Equity Award Analysis to help you gain a deeper understanding of the full value of your equity awards.

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The CFP® Professional - Marina Perry at the Borel Group

Individuals certified by the CFP® Board have taken the extra steps to demonstrate commitment and professionalism by voluntarily submitting to the rigorous CFP® certification process that includes demanding education, examination, experience, and ethical requirements. These four cornerstones set the foundation for the CFP® professional's ability in helping clients achieve their goals. Here at the Borel Group, Marina Perry holds the CFP® designations, meaning that we have a diverse skillset in order to help any clients with their financial life. See below for more information about the CFP® designation and how we can help.

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    Education

    The CFP® professional must develop theoretical and practical financial planning knowledge by completing 2 - 3 years of comprehensive coursework at an institution of higher learning approved by the CFP® Board. Once obtaining the CFP® trademark, their education does not stop, as continued education is part of the recertification process.

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    Examination

    The CFP® professional must pass the 7 hour comprehensive Certification Exam, which tests abilities to apply financial planning knowledge to real-life situations. The exam covers the financial planning process, tax planning, employee benefits and retirement planning, estate planning, investment management, and insurance.

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    Experience

    All CFP® professionals are required to complete several years of experience related to financial planning services prior to earning the right to use the CFP® trademarks.

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    Ethics

    The CFP® professional is obligated to uphold the principles of integrity, objectivity, competence, fairness, confidentiality, professionalism, and diligence as outlined in the CFP® Board's Code of Ethics. The Rules of Conduct require the CFP® professional to put the client's interest first in all situations.

Comprehensive Financial Planning and Retirement

Regardless of what stage your life is in - starting a career, moving ahead in your employment, enjoying retirement, or somewhere in between - as your Financial Advisors, we can help you achieve your financial goals.

Using a suite of tools that includes goal-specific analysis, we can work with you to create a realistic, detailed 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 and protect your goals — a framework that makes the connection between your life goals and your financial resources, and provides a baseline for future discussions.

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    2024 Tax Tables

    This helpful resource outlines the 2024 tax rate schedule, education and health savings account limits, retirement contribution and deduction limits, among other information. With tax season seemingly always right around the corner, it's best to be as informed as possible.

    Access the 2024 federal tax tables
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    Manage Debt

    We thoroughly review your mortgage, car loans, credit cards, and any other debts that you may have in order to help determine where you can save on interest and create a timeline for your debt payments by prioritizing which ones should be paid off first.

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    Insurance

    We take an extremely close look at your financial profile to decipher what type(s) of insurance most fit your needs, and determine if your current insurance policies are best suited for you and your goals.

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    Retirement

    Leading up to and through retirement, The Borel Group helps you identify the most appropriate ways to obtain the income you need and help ensure that you are on track to achieve for financial goals.

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    Estate Planning Strategies

    Regardless of your current financial circumstances, it is crucial to have a backup plan for your money. We regularly review your finances with you and coordinate with your estate attorney to help ensure that your wishes are met in the most efficient and cost-effective way possible.

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    Managing Investments

    We take care of your retirement accounts and other investments based on your comfort level with risk and your current tax circumstances, tailoring your financial strategy to your unique situation, needs, and goals.

Who We Work With

Our family wealth practice is built on the development of deep and enduring relationships and the delivery of comprehensive wealth management services. We work with a broad range of clients and industry professionals who value and respect our years of experience and collaborative approach.

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    Individuals and Families

    We enjoy serving the needs of individuals and their families who have accumulated a higher level of wealth or who have experienced a significant life event, such as the transitioning to retirement, selling a business, or losing a spouse. These events require seasoned advisors who understand the complexities of these special situations and have the insights to achieve results.

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    Business Leaders

    We have worked closely with business owners, innovators, and entreprenuers for more than three decades. We understand the tremendous focus it takes to be successful and the challenges they face. We help provide the solutions needed to address their unique circumstances, so they can remain focused on their work and their careers.

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    Industry Professionals

    We believe you are entitled to the best advice possible. As a result, we often collaborate with specialists across Morgan Stanley, as well as other professionals within the industry. In addition, we work with your accountant, attorney, and other advisors to gain the precise knowledge needed to effectively manage your wealth, while helping ensure all recommendations are fully aligned and implemented.

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    Successful Female Executives and Entrepreneurs

    We are a group that has a specific led focus in empowering women who find themselves in powerful decision making roles. Whether that be a single woman or mother, a divorcee or widow, a happily married woman in charge of finances, or a highly successful female executive. We want to assist you in education, resources, and planning to help you navigate all things financial.

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    Equity Compensation

    As your career evolves so will your compensation structure. We can provide a variety of services and resources that will help you manage your equity compensation and integrate that compensation into a broader financial plan. Whether it be shorter-term liquidity or long-term diversification, we work alongside you to leverage your equity compensation to enhance your overall financial picture.

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    Multi-Generational and the Next Generation

    We take pride in helping the next generation in starting off on the right foot in managing their own finances. If you are just starting to build your own wealth, or want to engage with your families current financial advisors, we are here to help you along the way.

Location

411 Borel Ave
Suite 220
San Mateo, CA 94402
US
Direct:
(650) 358-1825(650) 358-1825

Meet Borel Group

About Jeffrey S Taggart

I am honored to serve an exceptional group of people. Many are in or approaching retirement and want to enjoy life without financial worry. Others are busy professionals pursuing greater balance in their lives. Still others are business owners working to provide retirement benefits to their valued employees.

With more than 30 years of experience, I bring a unique combination of skills, knowledge and market insights to my wealth advisory practice. I understand the challenges you face and the level of service you expect. Above all, I am passionate about providing you and your family with objective, caring advice to simplify your financial life.

Through a series of conversations, I guide you through a goals-based process that puts you in the center of every decision. With an emphasis on financial planning – combined with Morgan Stanley’s robust investment platform and risk-reducing tools – I help you navigate the complexities of the financial markets and guide you in making smart decisions about your money and your future.

Getting started is simple. It starts with a phone call. I look forward to getting to know you and your family and sharing details on how I can help you achieve your life goals.
Securities Agent: ND, NH, RI, SD, TN, WV, AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, KS, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MO, MT, NC, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WY, NE, AK, AR, IA, KY, MN, MS; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Transactional Futures/Commodities; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1275731

About Marina Perry

With more than 20 years of experience in wealth management, Marina is committed to helping clients protect what they have built and get to where they want to be in their financial, professional, and personal lives. By listening and learning, she develops strong relationships on a foundation of mutual trust and respect. Many of her clients are executives, early employees, entrepreneurs and their families seeking to diversify and preserve their wealth for both financial security and future generations. To assist them, Marina begins by understanding their purpose, priorities, and preferences and then providing them with the information they need—in plain language, not financial jargon—to make more confident decisions. She also focuses on staying up-to-date on the latest financial innovations, tools, and regulations to identify potential efficiencies that may benefit clients.

As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional, Marina believes in the importance of planning and advocating for her clients’ best interests. Not only does planning help clients understand how different scenarios may affect their financial future, it also assists them in preparing for the unexpected or adapting to change, a fact of life. Marina understands that wealth creation impacts both finances and family dynamics, so she encourages clients and their loved ones to have purposeful conversations about what money means to them and what they hope to accomplish with it. She finds it particularly gratifying to work with multi-generational families and educate the next generation on smart personal finance habits.

Born in Salem, MA and raised in Argentina, Marina came back to the U.S. in 1991. Before joining Morgan Stanley in 2017, she was a wealth management advisor and Sales Manager at Merrill Lynch. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in International Business from Notre Dame de Namur University. Outside of work, Marina enjoys skiing, tennis, and exploring different cultures through travel. Marina cherishes spending time with clients, colleagues, friends, and family.
Securities Agent: NV, OR, SC, UT, WA, NE, WY, WV, WI, VT, VI, VA, TX, TN, SD, RI, PR, PA, ME, OK, OH, NY, NM, NJ, NH, ND, NC, MT, MS, MO, MN, MI, MD, MA, LA, KS, IN, IL, ID, IA, HI, GA, FL, DE, DC, CT, CO, CA, AZ, AR, AL, AK, KY; BM/Supervisor; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 557549
CA Insurance License #: 0E54359

About Scott J. Taggart

As a Financial Advisor at The Borel Group at Morgan Stanley, I build long-term relationships with clients, their families and their needs. Our mission is to become stakeholders in their lives and to see them succeed.

I have spent my professional career in the field of financial services and as a Marine Corps Intelligence Officer. I work on a team that helps high-net worth clients, corporate executives, and small business owners with their investments and retirement so they can spend their time on their careers and families.

Our approach revolves around a comprehensive five-step wealth management process. We start by seeking to understanding their unique financial situation and goals, followed by a detailed analysis to help craft tailored strategies. We then implement a personalized financial strategy and remain committed to monitoring and adjusting their plans to help keep them on track.

Morgan Stanley equips my team with access to world-class research and resources. These resources help provide access to a broad spectrum of services, including portfolio management, tax-management strategies, alternative investments, retirement planning, trust and estate planning strategies, business planning, and philanthropic strategies.

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NMLS #2187146
Securities Agent: TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WY, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, KS, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MO, MT, NC, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, AK, AL, AR, DC, IA, KY, MN, MS, ND, NE, NH, PR, RI, SC, SD, TN, VI, WV, PA; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 2187146
CA Insurance License #: 4137969

About Charles Guttas

Securities Agent: WV, UT, VT, HI, OH, ID, KS, CT, FL, MD, OR, CA, WI, WY, TX, MA, IL, NC, ME, OK, MO, SC, MT, PA, GA, MI, IN, NJ, AL, CO, NV, VA, NH, LA, WA, NY, AZ, DE; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1253150
CA Insurance License #: 0E93096
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Financial Wellness

Enhancing Financial Wellness enables your workforce to do their best work. Companies that invest in financial wellness have an opportunity to:
  • Reduce employee stress,
  • Improve retention and engagement, and
  • Set themselves apart by offering comprehensive financial wellness benefits.
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The Business Case for a Financially Resilient Workforce

In the face of turbulent markets, the word “resilience” may be top of mind. Broadly speaking, resilience is the ability to “bounce back” when encountering life’s inevitable challenges.
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