Our Story and Services

The Litchfield Hills Group brings together a wealth management team with over 70 years of combined financial services experience. The team showcases their unparalleled work ethic and commitment to their clients everyday while exhibiting an affinity for following the markets and current events. They primarily focus on clients who have reached a level of wealth where income generation and principal protection are primary objectives. However, they also advise individuals in the wealth accumulation phase of their lives in the New York Metropolitan area and across the country. The team's insight on a wide range of topics cultivated through years in the industry provide clients with a level of knowledge and guidance rarely available to individual investors.
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Our Approach

We follow a four-step process when helping you reach your goals.

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Investor Resources

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    Navigating Retirement

    Leading up to and through retirement, we will help you identify the most appropriate ways to obtain the income you will need and help ensure that you are on track to achieve your financial goals.

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    Security Based Lending

    We understand that how you secure financing is as important as how you invest. Securities based lending (SBL) may help you secure the capital you need, when you want it, so you can catch your dreams—wisely.

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    Insurance

    We will take a very close look at your financial profile to find out what type(s) of insurance best fit your needs and determine if your current insurance policies are right for you and your goals.

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    Estate Planning

    Regardless of your current financial situation, it is critical to have a backup plan for your money. We will 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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Digital Tools

These are digital tools and services that can help you with asset management and protection.

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    Morgan Stanley Online

    Seamlessly and securely manage your investments and everyday finances in one place with Morgan Stanley Online (MSO) and the Morgan Stanley Mobile App.

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    Total Wealth View

    Complete your financial picture with Total Wealth View. By linking your account information, you will benefit from more informed wealth planning, more secure data access, and convenient connectivity.

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    Digital Vault

    Digital Vault lets you easily manage and share your important documents, such as wills, deeds and estate plans, as well as financial statements and tax filings. All files are scanned for viruses and malware and are encrypted while transferred and stored. Access is limited to you and anyone you designate.

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    Online Security Center

    At Morgan Stanley, safeguarding your assets and personal information is among our highest priorities. Learn about our security measures and use our resources and ideas to help protect yourself online.

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    MS Reserved Living & Giving

    Reserved Living & Giving is a tiered complimentary loyalty program that rewards Morgan Stanley's most valued clients. Members can enjoy special discounts and timely insights to support them at home and beyond.

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2025 Midyear Economic & Investment Outlook

DATE: June 2, 2025 at 12 p.m. ET

What's in store for the markets and the economy for the rest of 2025? Join us for a midyear conversation with thought leaders from the Morgan Stanley Global Investment Committee—an integrated team of leading market, economic and portfolio management experts from across the Firm. Tune in as they discuss the state of the U.S. economy and the American consumer, economic signals to watch for in the back half of the year, and potential tailwinds or headwinds for various market sectors and industries.

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Ridgefield, CT 06877
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(203) 894-3000(203) 894-3000
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4 Landmark Square
Stamford, CT 06901
US

Meet The Litchfield Hills Group

About Karl M Anderson

Karl's impressive career at Morgan Stanley spans nearly two decades and has built him a reputation for his exceptional expertise and commitment to providing comprehensive financial solutions. He is a highly accomplished financial professional currently holding the position of Vice President, Financial Advisor, Senior Portfolio Manager, and Financial Planning Specialist in the Litchfield Hills Group. In this multifaceted role, he leverages his extensive expertise to assist clients in achieving their financial objectives by offering personalized financial guidance and strategies tailored to their unique needs. Karl can assist with a broad range of financial planning, but his specialty lies in financial planning and wealth preservation in retirement.

Karl's educational background reflects his dedication to continuous learning and professional growth. He graduated from St. Norbert College with a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in International Business in 1997. Later, he pursued an MBA in Investment Management from the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee, further enhancing his knowledge and skills in the field.

In addition to his academic achievements, Karl holds various licenses and certifications that attest to his proficiency in the financial industry. He earned the Certified Financial Planner™ (CFP) designation in July 2008, which is one of the most rigorous certifications for financial planning knowledge. He continued to expand his comprehension in the wealth management field by being granted the Certified Portfolio Manager (CPM) designation from Columbia University in May 2011. Finally, he is also registered with the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System (NMLS). These credentials exemplify Karl's commitment to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and providing his clients with well-informed advice.

Throughout his career, Karl Anderson has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to his clients' financial success. With his broad range of skills, extensive experience, and dedication to providing exceptional service, he continues to make a significant impact in the field of financial services at Morgan Stanley.

Karl lives in Ridgefield, Connecticut with his wife, a native of Vienna, Austria, and his 3 boys. Karl enjoys learning about history and geography. He also likes to keep in shape by running marathons.
Securities Agent: CA, AR, WI, VI, MN, IL, IA, CT, VT, VA, UT, TN, AZ, DC, TX, NV, NC, MI, ME, FL, OK, ND, MO, GA, PA, MT, MA, DE, AL, WV, NH, WA, NY, OR, NM, LA, IN, SC, OH, NJ, NE, MD, CO; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Transactional Futures/Commodities; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1261897

About Henry S Cooperman

Henry Cooperman is an accomplished and integral Financial Advisor and Senior Vice President to The Litchfield Hills Group. With a career of over 20 years in the field, Henry has established himself as a trusted and knowledgeable professional. He has a vast knowledge in many avenues of Wealth Management, but he focuses on in wealth accumulation and protection of wealth for retirement. This focus, as well as Henry’s deep understanding of the market and current events has demonstrated his commitment to delivering exceptional service and fostering long-term client relationships.

Henry's educational background and licensing credentials exemplify his commitment to excellence. He holds the Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU) designation, which illustrates his deep understanding of life insurance and estate planning strategies. This ensures his clients receive comprehensive and tailored solutions in these areas.

His passion for helping individuals and families make informed financial decisions and his commitment to providing exceptional service make him essential to The Litchfield Hills Group, Morgan Stanley, and the clients he serves.

Henry enjoys spending time with his wife, Trudy, and his family. He is also an active community member in his hometown of Sherman, CT. He serves as the Community Service President for JCC in Sherman, whose mission is to provide high quality educational, cultural, and social programs to the local and surrounding communities.
Securities Agent: CO, MA, WI, TX, NJ, VT, NV, NM, LA, CA, OR, MN, IN, GA, DE, PA, VA, NY, NC, ME, AZ, WA, MO, IL, DC, FL, MI, MD, KY, IA, CT, SC, OH; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1600240

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

About Yvette-Michelle Wynn

Yvette-Michelle Wynn is a Senior Private Banker serving Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offices in New York and Connecticut.

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.

Yvette joined Morgan Stanley in 2010. Prior to joining the firm, she was a Private Bank Sales Director for the Bank of New York. While at Bank of New York, her roles included Private Bank Relationship Manager, Regional Sales Manager and Branch Manager. She began her career as a personal financial planner at IDS Financial Services, now known as Ameriprise Financial.

Yvette is a graduate of Pace University, where she received a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance. She is also a graduate of Fordham University, where she received a Master of Economics, and New York University, where she received a Master of Arts & Sciences in Liberal Studies. Additionally, Yvette earned a Professional Diploma in Credit Analysis from NYU.

Within the firm, Yvette serves as Co-COO of U.S. Banks BLEND (Black & Latino Employees for Network & Development), Membership & Community Working Group of the Black Employee Network (BEN), facilitator for the BEN Allyship series and is a #IamRemarkable facilitator. She was also inducted to the MAKERS Class of 2020 at Morgan Stanley. Outside of the office, she dedicates her time to community and faith organizations including President of the Metropolitan Association, United Church of Christ (UCC) and President of the Estate Planning Council of Westchester Counties Inc. She serves on the board of United Church Funds, Children’s Village and co-chairs the Loan Committee of Committee for Community Capital of New York, a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI). She is active with Alpha Kappa Alpha (AKA) Sorority Incorporated and served as a Graduate Advisor. Yvette is active in ministry studies, dances hula and enjoys figure skating, tennis and traveling.
NMLS#: 796676

About Mary Gelfand

Mary Gelfand is a vice president and financial planning director, serving Morgan Stanley’s Wealth Management offices in Westchester County, NY and Fairfield County, CT. She is responsible for helping financial advisors with their clients’ and prospects’ financial planning needs.

Mary began her career in financial services in 2003 and joined Morgan Stanley in 2024. Prior to her current position, she worked for Fidelity Investments, Smith Barney, and Ameriprise.

Mary graduated from the University of Florida and holds her CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ designation. Mary lives in Westchester County, NY with her husband and children. Outside of work, Mary is an advocate for children’s healthcare and serves on the Family Advisory Council for the Morgan Stanley Children’s Hospital of NY.

About Chris Smith

Chris Smith is an Executive Director and Head of Morgan Stanley’s Trust Services Group. As a 30-year employee of Morgan Stanley, Chris is responsible for maintaining the “Open Architecture” trustee platform, which consists of thirteen third-party trust companies who can serve in a fiduciary, agency or custodial role for ultra-high-net worth client trust accounts. Chris and the Trust Services Group help Advisors, clients, prospects and the professional community understand the corporate trustee services available through Morgan Stanley and how our corporate trustee partners can be used to provide fiduciary solutions for clients. This involves reviewing trust document and statements as well as analyzing family dynamics. Chris then uses this information to recommend one or more of the firm’s third-party corporate trustee partners to possibly serve as trustee, co-trustee or administrative agent for a client trust account.

Prior to joining Morgan Stanley (Dean Witter), Chris worked in the Retirement Plans department of Prudential Securities and prior to that the District Agency department of Prudential Insurance Company. Chris holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication/Journalism and Psychology from St. John Fisher College in Rochester, NY. He lives in Saratoga Springs, NY with his wife Sharon and two boys, Ryan and Michael and has a passion for golf, skiing and horse racing.

About Angelo Loumbas

Angelo is the Family Office Resources Generalist for Family Office Resources in the New York Metro and New England regions. Angelo provides specialized knowledge to ultra-high net worth clients and their Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors across a broad range of family wealth management issues, including family governance/dynamics, wealth education, strategic estate and financial planning, philanthropy management, lifestyle advisory and customized asset allocation and portfolio construction. Angelo has over twenty-five years experience advising wealthy families, business owners, and philanthropic organizations.

Originally from Chicago, Angelo practiced law for 15 years and represented ultra-high net worth clients and the businesses they owned, as well as major philanthropic organizations. Angelo is admitted to the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners. He has spoken on topics such as “Conditions Suggesting a Management Buyout” before the Chicago Bar Association Corporation and Business Law Committee, “Tax Consequences of Intra-Family Loans,” before the Chicago Bar Association Trust Law Committee, and “Conversations about Wealth and Philanthropy with Prospective Donors” before the Chicago Council on Planned Giving.

Prior to rejoining Morgan Stanley in his current position in 2018, Angelo advised wealthy clients in the financial services industry for 10 years, first as a Wealth Strategist with US Trust in Chicago, then a Wealth and Estate Planning Specialist within Family Office Resources in Chicago, and finally as a Senior Wealth Planning Strategist for the Wells Fargo Private Bank in Greenwich, Connecticut. Angelo earned his B.A. from DePauw University, his M.B.A. from the University of Notre Dame, and his law degree from Indiana University at Bloomington. He is Series 7, 66 and 24 licensed. Angelo served as President of the Rotary Club of Chicago (“ROTARY/One”), the world’s first Rotary club, in 2009-2010, and now lives in Armonk, New York with his wife, a native New Yorker, and their two children.
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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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A Simple Six-Step Retirement Checkup

Checking in on your retirement plan may make a lot of sense, especially when market volatility arises.

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
Tax-Smart Ways to Sell Securities
How investors can tap their portfolios in tax-savvy ways.

Tax-Smart Ways to Sell Securities

Realizing profits seems like the best part of investing, but taxes can add up. Our new analytics tool can help investors tap their portfolios in tax-savvy ways.

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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529 Plans: A Powerful Tool to Save for Education

Though education costs continue to climb, starting to save and invest early can make a difference.

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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1Annuities are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.

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2When 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.

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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

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5Morgan 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.
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.

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6Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is the trade name of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, a registered broker-dealer in the United States.

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7Alternative 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.

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8Insurance products are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.

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9When 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.

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10Fixed Income investing entails credit risks and interest rate risks. When interest rates rise, bond prices generally fall.

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