Robin Burton
Executive Director, Financial Advisor
Phone:
(202) 292-5425(202) 292-5425
The Burton-Harding Group at Morgan Stanley
Direct:
(800) 792-4411(800) 792-4411
Our Mission Statement
Experience, intellectual capital and dedicated personal service to help you meet your life goals
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. 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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Valuable Tools and Resources
We believe financial education can lead to better insights into our investment strategy and discipline, and ultimately, better long-term decisions. As a result, we are committed to providing you with important information about managing your wealth more effectively in today's global markets. Below are some useful resources that reinforce the fundamental investment strategies and concepts of our practice.
GIC on the Markets
A monthly, detailed market commentary from Morgan Stanley's thought leaders on topics such as global equities, fixed income, monetary policy and more. Take at look at this month's edition by clicking the link below.
Reserved Living and Giving
Reserved Living & Giving is a tiered complimentary loyalty program that rewards Morgan Stanley's most valued clients. The program goes beyond traditional wealth management services and provides access to one-of-a-kind experiences, discounts on premium brands, and much more. Click the link below to learn more, enroll and enjoy.
Wealth Management Home Page
The Morgan Stanley difference is emphasized when it comes to the plethora of resources that we provide our clients. Click on the link below to learn more about our firm, our values. and our services.
Total Wealth View
Complete your financial profile with Total Wealth View. When you link your external accounts, you can benefit from a more educated and holistic vision in terms of wealth planning, conveniently connecting your information.
CashPlus
Designed as a modern alternative to banking, providing more value, more protection, and a seamless digital experience, CashPlus allows smart cash management. Open a CashPlus account and take advance of all its benefits, including comprehensive protection, exceptional access and value, a seamless digital experience, and much more.
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Comprehensive Solutions
We understand the unique challenges and opportunities that come with managing family wealth, Through Morgan Stanley's Family Office Resources, we offer exclusive access to a comprehensive suite of services tailored to meet the complex needs of multi-generational families, Our approach is grounded in trust, transparency, and a deep commitment to preserving and growing your legacy for generations to come.
Family Office Resources Overview
Specialized wealth management services tailored for ultra-high-net-worth families, addressing complex, multigenerational financial issues. These services include estate planning, family governance, wealth education, philanthropy management, and investment strategy, all integrated with private wealth advisor support.
Estate Planning Strategies
Morgan Stanley's Estate Planning Strategies provide guidance on preserving and transferring wealth efficiently across generations, incorporating tax planning, trusts, and charitable giving.
Wealth Strategies
Morgan Stanley's Wealth Strategies provide tailored investment planning tools to help clients align their portfolios with estate plans, tax situations, and financial goals. They focus on strategic asset allocation, risk management, and long-term growth, considering individual circumstances like liquidity needs and beneficiary profiles.
Portfolio Construction
These services offer customized investment solutions through its Outsourced Chief Investment Officer (OCIO) platform, leveraging 30 years of experience. They provide tailored asset allocation, manager selection, risk management, and comprehensive reporting for ultra-high-net-worth families and institutions.
Philanthropy Management
This helps individuals, families, and foundations achieve their charitable goals through customized strategies, donor-advised funds, and operational support. We offer advisory services, grant-making solutions, and educational resources to maximize philanthropic impact.
Lifestyle Advisory
Signature Access and Lifestyle Advisory provides bespoke solutions for ultra-high-net-worth clients, including travel and concierge services, health and security advisory, tangible asset management, and financial administration. It also offers exclusive access to the Reserved Living & Giving loyalty program.
Location
1747 Pennsylvania Avenue
Suite 900
Washington, DC 20006
US
Direct:
(800) 792-4411(800) 792-4411
Meet The Burton-Harding Group
Nicholas Harding
Senior Vice President, Financial Advisor
Phone:
(202) 292-5437(202) 292-5437
About Me
Securities Agent: WY, IA, RI, PA, KY, ND, NC, MS, KS, VA, SC, OR, OK, MN, IN, FL, CO, ME, MD, ID, GA, WA, VT, TX, NY, MT, MA, AR, TN, SD, NH, MO, IL, CT, AL, AK, WV, VI, PR, MI, DE, CA, WI, UT, OH, LA, DC, AZ, NE, HI, NV, NM, NJ; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 541207
NMLS#: 541207
About Me
Securities Agent: SC, GA, WY, MS, LA, KS, HI, CO, CA, UT, TN, NV, DC, WV, OK, MA, AR, WA, NJ, NH, MD, MO, DE, PR, OR, NM, NE, ND, NC, MN, KY, IL, ID, FL, VT, OH, NY, IA, AL, VA, TX, PA, ME, CT, AZ, AK, MT, WI, VI, SD, RI, MI, IN; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1083328
NMLS#: 1083328
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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
A Simple Six-Step Retirement Checkup
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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
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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
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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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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
Ready to start a conversation? Contact The Burton-Harding Group today.
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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:
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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.
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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.
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