The Boulevard Group Story

Elaine Habif and Vahe Baban are partners known as The Boulevard Group at Morgan Stanley. Elaine and Vahe share a strong commitment to financial planning and long term investing. Together they give clients access to a wide range of talents and experience to better serve them.

Elaine’s tenure of more than four decades includes management roles and credentials as a Senior Consultant and Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®) from the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School of Business.

Vahe is a Financial Advisor and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2014, his experience included roles in wealth management, banking and lending. Vahe has extensive knowledge on a range of subjects including Tax, Estate Planning, Retirement Benefits, and Insurance strategies.

Alex Gallegos is a Financial Advisor Associate and Financial Planning Specialist. With 14 years of experience in the financial services industry, Alex has held roles in private banking, business banking, lending, and wealth management.

Our Client Service Associate, Terri Quesada, has long-serving experience supporting clients with their day to day wealth management needs.

We look forward to working with you and your family!
2023, 2024 & 2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
  • Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2023, 2024, 2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in March of year prior to the issuance of the award. (https://www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/awards-disclosure/)
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Effective Solutions for Your Needs and Aspirations

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    We help ACHIEVE YOUR FINANCIAL GOALS by developing a comprehensive financial plan, based on your individual circumstances, goals and tolerance for risk
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    We help BRING ORDER TO YOUR FINANCES by developing a customized strategy for your investments; tax planning; insurance; retirement assets; estate planning and charitable giving.
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    We help KEEP YOU ON TRACK by helping you set priorities, showing you the steps you need to take and regularly reviewing your progress toward achieving your objectives.
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    We seek to PROVIDE OBJECTIVITY AND PERSPECTIVE IN A CRISIS whether in the markets or your life. We bring insight and experience to help avoid emotionally driven decisions, with an emphasis on being patient and maintaining a steady course
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    We help PREPARE FOR LIFE’S TRANSITIONS such as paying educational expenses and extracting income in retirement. We also seek to protect against unexpected catastrophic loss.
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    We help you LEARN ABOUT THE CHALLENGES AHEAD and the resources available to meet them, explaining your options and the risks and costs associated with each choice
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    We help SIMPLIFY YOUR FINANCIAL LIFE by coordinating with your accountant, attorney, insurance company, retirement plan trustee, etc., to make sure they are working in concert and seek to minimize the burden on you.

Financial Planning with The Boulevard Group

We start by identifying your specific needs and aspirations. Often these objectives are competing for limited resources and so it becomes necessary to establish priorities. Among the necessities are: adequate cash for living expenses and emergencies; protection from catastrophic risks to life, health and property; and enough income in retirement. Aspirational goals include assisting loved ones, giving to charity and leaving a legacy.

We recommend solutions using both sides of your balance sheet by providing recommendations for investments as well as debt management. We pay close attention to the impact of taxes throughout the process. We coordinate with your accountant, attorney and other professionals, meeting regularly to ensure the planning is well implemented.
Our Investment Philosophy
We believe no one should have to build wealth twice. We are committed to “patient, steady capital” -- a long term investment process built for full market cycles. Those who stay the course, we believe, will be rewarded for their patience and hard work.

Of course, the journey is not always smooth sailing. We recognize that when large market moves occur, up or down, emotions may overrun logic. That is why we believe in a process that is clear and inspires confidence. A process you understand and believe in is one you can stick with over the long term and achieve your objectives.

The Boulevard Group's Awards and Designations

Our diligence and commitment to our clients has lead to us attaining the following awards and designations.
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    Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams (2023, 2024, & 2025)
    Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2023, 2024, 2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in March of year prior to the issuance of the award. (https://www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/awards-disclosure/)
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    Elaine Habif - MAKERS Class of 2018
    Morgan Stanley's MAKERS program recognizes Morgan Stanley's committed advocates and trailblazers who drive progress for women at our Firm and in our communities.
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    Certified Financial Planner® (CFP®)
    Vahe Baban is certified by the CFP® Board, meaning he has taken the extra step to demonstrate commitment and professionalism 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.
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    Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®)
    Elaine Habif has earned the CIMA® certification. The CIMA certification identifies individuals who have met extensive experience and ethical
    requirements and successfully completed advanced investment management consulting
    coursework from the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School of Business.
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    Financial Planning Specialist (Firm Sponsored Designation)
    As Financial Planning Specialists, Alex Gallegos and Vahe Baban have undergone the continuing education requirements to understand the fundamentals of wealth accumulation and wealth management for high net worth individuals.
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    Lending Specialist (Firm Sponsored Designation)
    Elaine Habif and Vahe Baban have both successfully attained the Lending Specialist Designation at Morgan Stanley to better assist clients and evaluate their liquidity needs as part of their larger financial goals.

Feature: MAKERS Class of 2018

Location

15260 Ventura Blvd
Ste 1900
Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
US
Direct:
(818) 382-5738(818) 382-5738

Meet The Boulevard Group

About Elaine Habif

Elaine started her career with Dean Witter (which later merged with Morgan Stanley) in 1975 as a Branch Administrative Manager.  She became a Financial Advisor in 1993 and obtained her Certified Investment Management Analyst certification in 2006 at the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School of Business.

Elaine prides herself on having lifelong relationships with her clients having helped guide them through the many market cycles we have experienced over the years. She is one of 17 outstanding professional women nominated by her peers and selected by Morgan Stanley executives to participate in MAKERS, a national program that identifies and celebrates accomplished professionals from a variety of fields and companies who are making a difference in the lives of their colleagues, clients and communities.

Elaine enjoys international travel, cooking, golfing, and is an avid Dodger fan!

Direct: (818) 382-5732
elaine.habif@morganstanley.com
Securities Agent: NC, MS, UT, FL, AK, AZ, TX, SC, MD, HI, DC, CO, OK, CA, VA, NJ, MI, MA, IL, NM, NV, ID, CT, PA, NY, OR, WA; BM/Supervisor; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1268319
CA Insurance License #: 0E88624

About Vahe Baban

Vahe began his career in financial services in 2006 and has held various roles in wealth management, banking, lending and financial planning. As an undergraduate, Vahe attended California State University, Northridge and received his degree in Business Law. He then attended UCLA Extension and studied Personal Financial Planning before becoming a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™. Vahe has a strong background on a range of subjects including Tax, Estate Planning, Retirement Benefits, and Insurance strategies.

Vahe resides in Studio City and stays involved with the local community. Outside of the office, Vahe enjoys hiking, golfing and traveling.

Direct: 818-382-5723
vahe.baban@morganstanley.com
Securities Agent: VA, NV, WA, UT, NJ, MI, FL, DC, CA, TX, CO, AK, NY, MD, HI, OK, MA, IL, SC, ID, OR, NM, NC, MS, AZ, PA; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 959658
CA Insurance License #: 0K22302

About Alex Gallegos

Alex began his career in financial services in 2011 and has held roles in private banking, business banking, lending, and wealth management. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, he was a Private Client Banker for J.P. Morgan Chase Bank. He graduated cum laude from California State University, Los Angeles, with a B.S. in Finance. 
In his spare time, Alex volunteers in the Golden Eagle Opportunity Fund at California State University Los Angeles, where he helps students analyze equity holdings. He also is bilingual, fluent in both English and Spanish. 
Alex resides in Pasadena, California, with his wife and family. Outside of the office, Alex enjoys golf, snowboarding, cooking, and hiking. Alex is also an Eagle Scout.


Direct:  (818) 382-5773
alex.gallegos@morganstanley.com
NMLS # 1040520
Securities Agent: NY, HI, NC, MI, MA, NV, IL, CO, AZ, PA, TX, NM, DC, OH, NJ, ID, CA, WA, UT, SC, MS, MD, GA, AK, OR, OK, IN, FL, CT, VA; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
CA Insurance License #: 0J07566

About Terri Quesada

Terri Quesada is a Senior Client Service Associate. She began her career with Morgan Stanley in 1994, first in the operations department and later as Branch Manager Assistant. In 1998 she took on the role of a Client Service Associate, assisting clients with various operational services, inquiries, and administrative tasks.  In her spare time, Terri enjoys watching the Dodgers, traveling, scrapbooking, movies and cooking. She is the proud mother of three successful daughters.

Direct:(818) 382-5738
terri.quesada@morganstanley.com
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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.
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Working closely with you to guide your wealth and investments through the most challenging market cycles.
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Business Planning

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Financial Wellness

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  • Set themselves apart by offering comprehensive financial wellness benefits.
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