Executive Director, Wealth Management, Financial Advisor, Senior Portfolio Management Director, Senior Investment Management Consultant, Workplace Advisor - Equity Compensation
Phone:
(513) 562-8314(513) 562-8314
The Lucien Schoster Smith Team at Morgan Stanley
Direct:
(513) 762-5200(513) 762-5200
Toll-Free:
(800) 543-2665(800) 543-2665
Our Mission Statement
Our mission is to guide you in your quest to achieve and maintain financial independence by providing comprehensive investment and wealth management advice coupled with a high level of service.
Our Story & Services
The Lucien Schoster Smith Team is committed to providing high quality financial services to our clients. We consistently work to build lasting relationships by placing your interests first and guiding you throughout your lifetime. We believe that our commitment, dedication, knowledge and experience may provide significant value and help you to achieve your long term wealth and financial goals.
Recognition
- 2023-2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
- Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2023-2024) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in March of year prior to the issuance of the award.
Services Include
- Wealth ManagementFootnote1
- Financial PlanningFootnote2
- Asset Management
- 401(k) Rollovers
- Stock Option PlansFootnote3
- Cash Management and Lending ProductsFootnote4
- Corporate Cash Management
- Estate Planning StrategiesFootnote5
- Life InsuranceFootnote6
- Long Term Care InsuranceFootnote7
- Trust AccountsFootnote8
- Planning for Education FundingFootnote9
- Qualified Retirement PlansFootnote10
- Alternative InvestmentsFootnote11
- Retirement PlanningFootnote12
- 529 PlansFootnote13
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Working With You
At Morgan Stanley, we believe that identifying financial solutions begins with a solid understanding of each client’s situation, goals, objectives and risk tolerance. We follow a disciplined process that allows us to work with you to craft a solution that helps to meet your individual financial needs:
Step 1: Introductory Meeting
Our relationship begins with an initial discussion aimed towards getting to know you, your lifestyle, and your future goals.
Step 2: Discovery Meeting
During the discovery meeting, we will work together to establish your financial goals by reviewing your current financial situation and developing an appropriate risk tolerance that can help you achieve the financial outcome you envision for yourself.
Step 3: Financial Plan Presentation
Financial plan presentations map out essential factors that play into your financial success such as your employee and employer contributions, liquidity events, and insurance coverage. Examining relevant financial information provides a holistic asset allocation analysis for your accounts helping ensure a comprehensive financial plan.
Step 4: Action Items / Next Steps
After the financial plan presentation, we will follow up with you regarding our analysis and recommendations, which may include adjustments to your financial plan, investment allocation, company benefits and insurance coverage.
Step 5: Implementation Meeting
The implementation meeting focuses on creating prospective strategies custom designed for your specific needs. Recommended changes could include logistics, tax impact, asset allocation adjustments, and saving/benefit modifications.
Step 6: Monitoring & Performance Tracking
Finally, we will be constantly monitoring your assets and analyzing your performance tracking data seeking to ensure your financial expectations are being met and adjusted accordingly. We will keep a high degree of communication with you to make sure your concerns and requests are always addressed.
The Morgan Stanley Wealth Management process begins with you, your investment objectives and your financial goals. Holistic in its approach, it may encompass all the elements of your financial life — your investments and your cash management needs — making sure they align with your goals and wealth management plan.
The sophisticated suite of tools and the extensive list of resources that Morgan Stanley offers, allows us to implement the Morgan Stanley wealth management process and translate your goals into reality.
Whatever your financial goal—whether to grow your wealth, preserve it or pass it on to others, you can count on us to help you with a strategy that is:
The sophisticated suite of tools and the extensive list of resources that Morgan Stanley offers, allows us to implement the Morgan Stanley wealth management process and translate your goals into reality.
Whatever your financial goal—whether to grow your wealth, preserve it or pass it on to others, you can count on us to help you with a strategy that is:
1. Personal:
Highly individualized and committed to helping you achieve financial success.
2. Flexible:
Responsive to changes in your life and in your priorities over time.
3. Comprehensive:
Covering a broad array of investment products and services, with preferred benefits tied to your valued status with us
Financial Planning Analysis:
To begin your complementary financial planning analysis, please click the link below.
Financial Planning QuestionnaireValuable Tools and Resource:
Our comprehensive suite of digital tools are designed to help enhance every aspect of your financial life. Below are a few of the technologies we have to offer our clients. We have also included resources meant to transform complex financial analysis and research into concise and easily digestible content.
Morgan Stanley Online
Your investments and everyday finances are always just a few clicks away 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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Goals Based Planning
Working with us, paired with our technology, is a great way to access advice and build a wealth plan. Read more about the advantages of working with our planning technology in reaching your financial goals.
Learn About Our Planning Tools
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.
Learn More About Online Security Center
Thoughts On The Market Podcast
With perspectives on the forces shaping the market, join Mike Wilson, Chief Investment Officer and Chief US Equity Strategist for Morgan Stanley, as he and his colleagues discuss a variety of viewpoints regarding the latest trends in the financial marketplace.
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On The Markets Research Report
Detailed market commentary from Morgan Stanley's thought leaders on topics such as global equities, fixed income, monetary policy and more.
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Morgan Stanley Ideas Podcast
The Morgan Stanley Ideas Podcast brings you revealing stories about the world of business, finance, technology and beyond.
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GIC Weekly Research Report
The Global Investment Committee's Lisa Shalett headlines this weekly look at markets, asset class performance and fixed income.
Read The Latest ReportExperience
Our team offers over 98 combined years of hands on experience in assisting our clients with the achievement of their long term financial planning needs, and take pride in delivering our services with a high degree of integrity, enthusiasm and commitment to our client’s success.
Our Clients include:
- Retirees
- Pre-Retirees
- Business Owners
- Corporate Executives
- CPAs and Attorneys
- Corporations
- Corporate Retirement Plans
- Foundations and Endowments
- Trusts and Estates
- Non-Profit Organizations
Location
7755 Montgomery Road 2nd
Suite 200
Cincinnati, OH 45236
US
Direct:
(513) 762-5200(513) 762-5200
Toll-Free:
(800) 543-2665(800) 543-2665
Fax:
(513) 762-5201(513) 762-5201
Meet The Lucien Schoster Smith Team
Adam J. Schoster, CFP®
Executive Director, Wealth Management, Financial Advisor, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, Senior Portfolio Management Director, Workplace Advisor – Equity Compensation
Phone:
(513) 562-8304(513) 562-8304
Matthew R. Smith, CFP®, CRPS®
Senior Vice President, Wealth Management, Financial Advisor, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, Corporate Retirement Director, Portfolio Management Director, Workplace Advisor – Equity Compensation
Phone:
(513) 562-8384(513) 562-8384
Financial Advisor, Portfolio Manager, Financial Planning Specialist, Workplace Advisor - Equity Compensation
Phone:
(513) 762-5339(513) 762-5339
Julie L. Seavey
Assistant Vice President, Group Director
Phone:
(513) 562-8325(513) 562-8325
Will Behling
Portfolio Management Associate Director
Phone:
(513) 562-8346(513) 562-8346
Ellie Pohlman
Senior Client Service Associate
Phone:
(513) 562-8312(513) 562-8312
Emily Doerr
Senior Client Service Associate
Phone:
(513) 562-8327(513) 562-8327
Christina Gertz
Client Service Associate
Phone:
(513) 762-5328(513) 762-5328
About Ted M. Lucien
Ted is a senior member of The Lucien Schoster Smith Team at Morgan Stanley in Cincinnati, working out of the Kenwood office. He has been with the Firm for the past 41 years. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 1983, Ted spent five years with Price Waterhouse in Cincinnati. Ted was a member of the firm’s past Chairman’s Council from 1988 through 2008, and is a current member of the Master’s Club 2024, both of which are distinctions awarded to the top Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors. He has been named a Five Star Wealth Manager from 2012-2014, 2016-2019, and 2021-2023. He is also a member of the Association of Professional Investment Consultants and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. He was a founding and past board member of Charities for Children, Inc. and is a current board member of SEM Laurels. Ted graduated from Miami University in 1978 with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Sciences, majoring in Accounting with a minor in Finance. He lives in Cincinnati, OH with his wife and their children.
2023-2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2023-2024). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in March of year prior to the issuance of the award.
2012-2014, 2016-2019, 2021-2023 Five Star Wealth Manager Award
Source: fivestarprofessional.com (Awarded 2012-2014, 2016-2019, 2021-2023). These awards were determined through an evaluation process conducted by Five Star Professional, based on objective criteria, during the following periods:
2023 Award – 12/02/2022 – 06/30/2023
2022 Award – 01/03/2022 – 07/01/2022
2021 Award – 12/14/2020 – 07/09/2021
2019 Award – 11/19/2018 – 06/28/2019
2018 Award – 12/20/2017 – 07/19/2018
2017 Award – 12/21/2016 – 06/29/2017
2016 Award – 02/10/2016 – 07/25/2016
2014 Award – 02/10/2014 – 07/25/2014
2013 Award – 02/10/2013 – 07/25/2013
2012 Award – 02/10/2012 – 07/25/2012
2023-2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2023-2024). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in March of year prior to the issuance of the award.
2012-2014, 2016-2019, 2021-2023 Five Star Wealth Manager Award
Source: fivestarprofessional.com (Awarded 2012-2014, 2016-2019, 2021-2023). These awards were determined through an evaluation process conducted by Five Star Professional, based on objective criteria, during the following periods:
2023 Award – 12/02/2022 – 06/30/2023
2022 Award – 01/03/2022 – 07/01/2022
2021 Award – 12/14/2020 – 07/09/2021
2019 Award – 11/19/2018 – 06/28/2019
2018 Award – 12/20/2017 – 07/19/2018
2017 Award – 12/21/2016 – 06/29/2017
2016 Award – 02/10/2016 – 07/25/2016
2014 Award – 02/10/2014 – 07/25/2014
2013 Award – 02/10/2013 – 07/25/2013
2012 Award – 02/10/2012 – 07/25/2012
Securities Agent: SC, MO, CA, TN, WY, WV, WI, RI, WA, AZ, AR, CT, FL, HI, IL, KY, GA, PA, MN, NC, NJ, MT, OH, MI, VA, UT, TX, NY, MS, MA, IN, CO, AL; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
About Adam J. Schoster
Adam is a senior member of The Lucien Schoster Smith Team, working out of the Kenwood office in Cincinnati. He has been with the Firm for the past 31 years. Adam is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNERᵀᴹ, a distinction attained through extensive education and testing. He has been a member of the Firm’s past Chairman’s Council from 2000 through 2008 and is a current member of the Master’s Club 2024, distinctions awarded to the top Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors. He has been named a Five Star Wealth Manager from 2013 to 2017, 2022-2023. Adam was born and raised in Cincinnati. After attending Elder High School, Adam graduated from the University of Cincinnati in 1993 with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration – Finance. Adam lives in Okeana, OH with his wife and their children.
Morgan Stanley Wealth Management Chairman’s, Master’s Club members must meet a number of criteria including performance, conduct and compliance standards, revenue, length of experience and assets under supervision. Chairman’s, Master’s Club membership is no guarantee of future performance.
2023-2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2023-2024). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in March of year prior to the issuance of the award.
2013-2017, 2022-2023 Five Star Wealth Manager Award
Source: fivestarprofessional.com (Awarded 2013-2017, 2022-2023). These awards were determined through an evaluation process conducted by Five Star Professional, based on objective criteria, during the following periods:
2023 Award – 12/02/2022 – 06/30/2023
2022 Award – 01/03/2022 – 07/01/2022
2017 Award – 12/21/2016 – 06/29/2017
2016 Award – 02/10/2016 – 07/25/2016
2015 Award – 02/10/2015 – 07/25/2015
2014 Award – 02/10/2014 – 07/25/2014
2013 Award – 02/10/2013 – 07/25/2013
2012 Award – 02/10/2012 – 07/25/2012
Morgan Stanley Wealth Management Chairman’s, Master’s Club members must meet a number of criteria including performance, conduct and compliance standards, revenue, length of experience and assets under supervision. Chairman’s, Master’s Club membership is no guarantee of future performance.
2023-2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2023-2024). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in March of year prior to the issuance of the award.
2013-2017, 2022-2023 Five Star Wealth Manager Award
Source: fivestarprofessional.com (Awarded 2013-2017, 2022-2023). These awards were determined through an evaluation process conducted by Five Star Professional, based on objective criteria, during the following periods:
2023 Award – 12/02/2022 – 06/30/2023
2022 Award – 01/03/2022 – 07/01/2022
2017 Award – 12/21/2016 – 06/29/2017
2016 Award – 02/10/2016 – 07/25/2016
2015 Award – 02/10/2015 – 07/25/2015
2014 Award – 02/10/2014 – 07/25/2014
2013 Award – 02/10/2013 – 07/25/2013
2012 Award – 02/10/2012 – 07/25/2012
Securities Agent: CO, TN, PA, MS, ID, SC, RI, NV, NC, MO, MN, WV, WA, UT, OK, KS, DE, CT, AL, NJ, IL, FL, AR, AK, OR, OH, MI, CA, NY, MA, IN, AZ, VA, TX, LA, KY, GA; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1836580
NMLS#: 1836580
About Matthew R. Smith
Matthew has been with the Firm for the past 21 years. Matthew is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNERᵀᴹ and Chartered Retired Plans Specialistᵀᴹ, both distinctions attained through extensive education and testing. He has been named a Five Star Wealth Manager from 2012 to 2023. Matthew was born and raised in Hamilton, OH. After attending Stephen T. Badin High School, Matthew graduated from Miami University in 2004 with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Sciences, majoring in finance. He lives in Liberty Township, OH with his wife and their children.
2023-2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2023-2024). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in March of year prior to the issuance of the award.
2012-2023 Five Star Wealth Manager Award
Source: fivestarprofessional.com (Awarded 2012-2023). These awards were determined through an evaluation process conducted by Five Star Professional, based on objective criteria, during the following periods:
2023 Award – 12/02/2022 – 06/30/2023
2022 Award – 01/03/2022 – 07/01/2022
2021 Award – 12/14/2020 – 07/09/2021
2020 Award – 12/02/2019 – 06/12/2020
2019 Award – 11/19/2018 – 06/28/2019
2018 Award – 12/20/2017 – 07/19/2018
2017 Award – 12/21/2016 – 06/29/2017
2016 Award – 02/10/2016 – 07/25/2016
2015 Award – 02/10/2015 – 07/25/2015
2014 Award – 02/10/2014 – 07/25/2014
2013 Award – 02/10/2013 – 07/25/2013
2012 Award – 02/10/2012 – 07/25/2012
2023-2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2023-2024). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in March of year prior to the issuance of the award.
2012-2023 Five Star Wealth Manager Award
Source: fivestarprofessional.com (Awarded 2012-2023). These awards were determined through an evaluation process conducted by Five Star Professional, based on objective criteria, during the following periods:
2023 Award – 12/02/2022 – 06/30/2023
2022 Award – 01/03/2022 – 07/01/2022
2021 Award – 12/14/2020 – 07/09/2021
2020 Award – 12/02/2019 – 06/12/2020
2019 Award – 11/19/2018 – 06/28/2019
2018 Award – 12/20/2017 – 07/19/2018
2017 Award – 12/21/2016 – 06/29/2017
2016 Award – 02/10/2016 – 07/25/2016
2015 Award – 02/10/2015 – 07/25/2015
2014 Award – 02/10/2014 – 07/25/2014
2013 Award – 02/10/2013 – 07/25/2013
2012 Award – 02/10/2012 – 07/25/2012
Securities Agent: MI, MA, AL, WV, CT, TN, PA, MD, WA, UT, SC, MN, KY, AR, MS, IA, NJ, DE, CA, TX, IL, FL, OR, GA, CO, OH, NY, NC, IN, AZ, VA, RI; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1853451
NMLS#: 1853451
About Jacob Lindsey
Jacob (Jake) has been with Morgan Stanley his entire five year career and is the newest member of The Lucien Schoster Smith Team at the Kenwood office in Cincinnati. He is a current member of our Firm’s Pacesetter’s Club, which is a distinction recognizing top performing young advisors among their peers. Jake was born and raised in Cincinnati, where he attended Elder High School before earning a Bachelor’s in Economics from Harvard University in 2015. He currently resides in the Western Hills area with his wife and child.
2023-2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2023-2024). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in March of year prior to the issuance of the award.
2023-2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2023-2024). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in March of year prior to the issuance of the award.
Securities Agent: CT, CO, NJ, IN, GA, AK, MD, IL, WI, UT, MS, DC, CA, WV, RI, VA, NY, WA, OH, MN, LA, TX, TN, AZ, NV, AR, AL, MA, NC, SC, PA, MI, KY, FL; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1925829
NMLS#: 1925829
About Julie L. Seavey
35 years with the Firm, 39 years in the business
Series 7, Series 63, Series 65
Responsibilities Include:
-Team Administrator
-Problem Resolution
-IRA Distributions
-Managed Accounts
Series 7, Series 63, Series 65
Responsibilities Include:
-Team Administrator
-Problem Resolution
-IRA Distributions
-Managed Accounts
About Will Behling
18 years with the Firm
Series 7, Series 66
Responsibilities Include:
-CG Manager Research
-Performance Reports
-Stock Research
-Mutual Fund Analysis
-Special Client Projects
Series 7, Series 66
Responsibilities Include:
-CG Manager Research
-Performance Reports
-Stock Research
-Mutual Fund Analysis
-Special Client Projects
About Ellie Pohlman
12 years with the firm, 28 years in the business
Responsibilities Include:
-Website & Internet Marketing
-Seminars
-Client Reports & Proposals
-Special Client Projects
Responsibilities Include:
-Website & Internet Marketing
-Seminars
-Client Reports & Proposals
-Special Client Projects
About Emily Doerr
6 years the firm, 11 years in the business
Responsibilities Include:
-Client Service
-Administrative Issues
-Client Correspondence
Responsibilities Include:
-Client Service
-Administrative Issues
-Client Correspondence
About Christina Gertz
2 years at the firm
Responsibilities Include:
-Client Service
-Administrative Issues
-Client Correspondence
Responsibilities Include:
-Client Service
-Administrative Issues
-Client Correspondence
Contact Ted M. Lucien
Contact Adam J. Schoster
Contact Matthew R. Smith
Contact Jacob Lindsey
Wealth Management
Global Investment Office
Portfolio Insights
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
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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
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
HSAs: An Overlooked Retirement Savings Vehicle
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Helping you on key aspects of your business such as ownership, liquidity and developing opportunities.
- Succession Planning
- Business Planning
- Qualified Retirement Plans
Strategies to Finance Your 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
Donor Advised Funds: A Smart Way to Manage Your Giving
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13Investors should consider many factors before deciding which 529 plan is appropriate. Some of these factors include: the Plan’s investment options and the historical investment performance of these options, the Plan’s flexibility and features, the reputation and expertise of the Plan’s investment manager, Plan contribution limits and the federal and state tax benefits associated with an investment in the Plan. Some states, for example, offer favorable tax treatment and other benefits to their residents only if they invest in the state’s own Qualified Tuition Program. Investors should determine their home state’s tax treatment of 529 plans when considering whether to choose an in-state or out-of-state plan. Investors should consult with their tax or legal advisor before investing in any 529 Plan or contact their state tax division for more information. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC does not provide tax and/or legal advice. Investors should review a Program Disclosure Statement, which contains more information on investment options, risk factors, fees and expenses and possible tax consequences.
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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 always check with their tax or legal advisor before engaging in any transaction involving 529 Plans, Education Savings Accounts and other tax-advantaged investments.
10When 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.
11Alternative 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.
12When 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.
13Investors should consider many factors before deciding which 529 plan is appropriate. Some of these factors include: the Plan’s investment options and the historical investment performance of these options, the Plan’s flexibility and features, the reputation and expertise of the Plan’s investment manager, Plan contribution limits and the federal and state tax benefits associated with an investment in the Plan. Some states, for example, offer favorable tax treatment and other benefits to their residents only if they invest in the state’s own Qualified Tuition Program. Investors should determine their home state’s tax treatment of 529 plans when considering whether to choose an in-state or out-of-state plan. Investors should consult with their tax or legal advisor before investing in any 529 Plan or contact their state tax division for more information. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC does not provide tax and/or legal advice. Investors should review a Program Disclosure Statement, which contains more information on investment options, risk factors, fees and expenses and possible tax consequences.
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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.
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”) is not implying an affiliation, sponsorship, endorsement with/of the third party or that any monitoring is being done by Morgan Stanley of any information contained within the website. Morgan Stanley is not responsible for the information contained on the third-party website or the use of or inability to use such site. Nor do we guarantee their accuracy or completeness.
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*References to length of service at Morgan Stanley include years at Morgan Stanley and predecessor firms.
Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Inc. owns the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and federally registered CFP (with flame design) in the U.S, which it awards to individuals who successfully complete CFP Board’s initial and ongoing certification requirements.
The use of the CDFA designation does not permit the rendering of legal advice by Morgan Stanley or its Financial Advisors which may only be done by a licensed attorney. The CDFA designation is not intended to imply that either Morgan Stanley or its Financial Advisors are acting as experts in this field.
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