Our Story and Services

The Medina Partin Weiss Group at Morgan Stanley was founded upon the shared values of helping people and putting clients first. We help our clients make the best financial decisions possible through the abundant resources of Morgan Stanley and guidance of our carefully considered advice.

We believe in relationship building and consultation. Before talking about your financials, we want to learn about you and your family. Listening to you allows us to take an objective look at your situation and evaluate the options available to achieve your life goals. We coach our clients so they may feel secure in their life vision for today, tomorrow and the future.

Our clients expect personalized financial service and professional guidance in today’s complex world. We work with a small group of clients so that we can provide customized service and compassionate care to each and every person. We promise to be there for you in your good times and your challenging moments.
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Our Process

You and your family have many financial goals, but do you have an investment plan that's designed to achieve them? And can that plan change as your life does? The financial planning process may seem intimidating at first. Our goal is to make it as simple as possible by taking you through our six step process.
Discovery
Gain a complete understanding of our clients’ goals, objectives, hopes and dreams as well as identify the risks, assets, and liabilities.
Analysis
Analyze both the quantitative and qualitative data obtained during discovery
Planning
Take the results of the analysis and create a plan that helps you attain your goals
Recommendations
Recommended specific changes based on the financial plan
Implementation
Provide a step-by-step process to put the specific recommendations into action
Monitor and Review
Monitor the plan and the investments, perform consistent reviews, and make changes as necessary
Comprehensive Financial Planning
Regardless of what stage your life is in - moving ahead in your career, enjoying retirement, or somewhere in between - as your Financial Advisors, we can help you achieve your financial goals on your timeline.

Personalized SOlutions

We know that as your wealth grows, so do the complexities and resources needed to manage it effectively. We leverage our experience and relationships to deliver innovative strategies tailored to your needs. Browse the topics below or reach out to learn more about what we can offer.
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    Business Succession Planning
    Operating a business represents years - if not decades of hard work. We understand your succession through the lens of your overall financial picture. We work closely with you and your team to ensure that your priorities are reflected in your strategy.
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    Estate Planning Strategies
    Delivering an estate to the next generation or a favorite charity requires more attention than is often realized. We work with you to align your goals and incorporate best practices to help enhance results.
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    Executive Financial Services
    We have extensive experience assisting corporate executives in a broad range of services. e develop a customized plan that addresses your goals and can be modified as your approach retirement or experience major life events that require reprioritization.
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    Cash Management & Lending Solutions
    Creating adequate cash flow and securing liquidity are some of the more important aspects of executing a financial strategy. We strategically implement goals for your current and long-term costs.
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    Financial Planning
    We bring all aspects of your life together. We listen carefully to understand the connections across your personal and professional life to develop comprehensive strategies. We also help you navigate life changing events with confidence.
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    Alternative Investments
    Our leading alternatives platform offers 160+ third-party and proprietary funds, including first look and exclusive opportunities, that may help qualified investors enhance returns, reduce volatility, manage taxes and generate income—while maintaining a goals-based approach for asset allocation.
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Family Wealth Planning

Planning for your family's financial future can be a complex and challenging process. We understand it requires special knowledge, experience, and a deep dedication to understanding your family's unique dynamics, values and priorities.

We work closely with you and your family to help guide you through your financial and investment planning needs and assist you in planning for the future and whatever it may hold. In many cases we also coordinate with your tax, legal and other professional advisors to design holistic, strategic solutions to your most pressing concerns and to review your plans on an ongoing basis to ensure that they still fit your values and goals.

Ways We Can Help
  • Managing Wealth transfer and estate planning priorities
  • Having meaningful conversations about money with children and parents
  • Supporting senior generation lifestyle and healthcare needs without derailing legacy goals.
  • Engaging the next generation in taking ownership of their finances
  • Retirement, lifestyle, and cash-flow planning for multiple generations
  • Funding education, first-home assistance, or other milestone gifts for children/grandchildren.

On behalf of The Medina Partin Weiss Group, we look forward to putting our resources and knowledge to work for you and your family.

Additional Resources
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Children and the Money Talk

Over the next three decades, we are poised to witness the largest wealth transfer in history. Are you having the "Money Talk" with your children?

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Clients We Work With

Our clients represent a diverse group of business owners, athletes, retirees, and executives. Some are in retirement or entering their retirement years looking to establish their legacy while others have young families and are looking to put a financial plan in place for their family's needs.
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    Business Owners
    Business owners are often seeking guidance on exit strategies, lending strategies, and planning. This type of subject matter requires lots of thought, planning, experience, and execution which is why many of our clients work with us to help them prepare for the challenges of owning and operating a business.
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    Athletes
    Athletes need to work with a professional that understands the life of an athlete. With Bo's long history in motocross, he understands the pivotal financial decisions and planning required for athletes across all sports. He has gone into the financial services industry with a passion for helping athletes navigate through their unique situations.
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    Retirees
    Whether you are a new client or someone that we have worked with for generations, our commitment to your success remains consistent. We want to assist your family's needs in any way we can, so you can continue succeeding in your own personal and professional life.
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    Executives
    Executives have their own set of unique challenges. Understanding and carefully navigating around executive compensation, sponsored retirement plan options, and smart investment decisions can assist you in accomplishing your life goals.

WORKPLACE FINANCIAL BENEFITS WITH MORGAN STANLEY AT WORK

Our mission is to help your company elevate your workplace financial benefits—helping you to attract and retain top talent. Our end-to-end solutions support your company and employees at any stage of growth through a powerful combination of modern technology, insightful guidance, and dedicated service.

    Equity Solutions

    Equity ownership is a powerful motivator. Streamline equity management through our leading-edge technology and provide global audit-ready reporting and insights, alongside customizable participant experiences to engage and educate your employees on how to make the most of their benefits. Our global solutions support private and public companies at any stage of growth.

    • Equity Administration and Financial Reporting
    • Liquidity Events
    • 409A Valuation Services and Cap Table Management

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    Retirement

    For your employees, retirement is more than a date in the future—it's a milestone that takes time, hard work, and the right tools. Through our consultative process, we strive to assist with the management of your fiduciary responsibilities and risk, simplify plan management, and help you improve retirement readiness for your employees.

    • Defined Contribution Consulting
    • Solutions-Oriented Plans
    • Fiduciary Investment Oversight

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    Deferred Compensation

    Access a range of Nonqualified Deferred Compensation plan services or pick the ones that best fit your needs. We provide recordkeeping and plan design, portfolio construction services, and plan education for your executive talent. We help you determine the appropriate plan design and inform a funding strategy through a needs-based assessment and consultative approach.

    Services include:

    • Recordkeeping and Plan Design
    • Portfolio Construction
    • Wealth Management Services
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    Executive Services

    Our dedicated team provides concierge-level support for your executives' equity compensation plans, from 10b5-1 trading plans to form filing related to Rule 144 transactions, to access to wealth management and tax-optimization strategies, so helping them navigate their complex financial needs with greater confidence and certainty:

    • Equity Compensation Services
    • Equity Award Analysis
    • Specialized Solutions
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    Saving and Giving

    Saving and Giving benefits can make a real difference in your employees' lives as they can support the things that matter most to them—like saving for education and repaying student loans. Show that you are committed to your employees' priorities with leading-edge solutions that help them chart a path toward financial well-being.

    • College Savings
    • Student Loan Repayment and Refinancing
    • Charitable Giving
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    Financial Wellness

    We offer Financial Wellness with every solution we provide. Through a powerful combination of education, digital tools and guidance, Financial Wellness is designed to address the unique needs of your employees and empower their financial journey at every stage. Give your employees the confidence to take charge of their finances.

    • Financial Education
    • Digital Tools
    • Financial Guidance

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AWARD-WINNING WEALTH MANAGEMENT. FOCUSED ON YOU.

With the guidance of a Morgan Stanley Financial Advisor and the strength of a five-time award-winning wealth management platform<sup> <a href="#wm-disclosure-1" class="Link--underline"> <span class="sr-only">Footnote</span> 1 </a> </sup>, you can build, preserve, and manage your wealth with precision and purpose. For every stage of your financial journey.

    Tax-Smart Solutions
    Leading tax optimization capabilities\<sup\> \<a href="#wm\-disclosure\-2" class="Link\-\-underline"\> \<span class="sr\-only"\>Footnote\</span\> 2 \</a\> \</sup\> designed to deliver year\-round tax management with an eye toward reducing taxes and boosting after\-tax returns.
    Seamless Cash Management Integration
    A comprehensive, coordinated strategy with access to competitive yields, flexible financing options, and exclusive cash management resources.
    Premier Risk Management and Cyber Defense
    Industry\-acclaimed risk management tools\<sup\> \<a href="#wm\-disclosure\-3" class="Link\-\-underline"\> \<span class="sr\-only"\>Footnote\</span\> 3 \</a\> \</sup\> to help drive smarter portfolio decisions. In\-house team of cybersecurity experts dedicated to help protect you from cyber threats.
    Personalized Legacy Planning
    Guidance from experienced professionals across estate, trust, philanthropy, and financial planning to help preserve and grow your legacy.
    An Industry-Leading Platform
    Expert insights from 500+ equity analysts to help unlock your portfolio's potential and investment guidance.
    Liquidity When You Need It
    Industry\-leading securities\-based lending solutions to help access liquidity without selling assets or disrupting your investment strategy.\<sup\> \<a href="#wm\-disclosure\-4" class="Link\-\-underline"\> \<span class="sr\-only"\>Footnote\</span\> 4 \</a\> \</sup\>
    Robust Concentrated Stock Solutions
    Powerful tools and strategies to help manage concentrated stock positions and look to optimize portfolio outcomes.
    Alternatives & Private Markets Access
    A comprehensive alternative investments platform offering tailored solutions, early access to select offerings, and competitive pricing structures. Exclusive private market and pre\-IPO opportunities that were previously reserved for institutions.

Location

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Palm Harbor, FL 34685
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Direct:
(727) 773-4600(727) 773-4600
Toll-Free:
(800) 473-7149(800) 473-7149
3280 Peachtree Rd NE
Ste 1900
Atlanta, GA 30305
US
Direct:
(404) 365-3552(404) 365-3552

Meet The Medina Partin Weiss Group

About Charles Medina, MBA

Charles joined Morgan Stanley in February, 2013 after obtaining an MBA at the University of South Florida where he focused in finance and sustainable business practices. Charles brings a client-centric approach to his practice which was developed over 8 years as a real estate agent in Seattle, WA and in the Tampa Bay region.

Prior to entering the financial services industry Charles obtained a Bachelor of Arts with a major in History and a minor in Jazz Performance. Through his diverse studies, he gained a combination of analytical thinking and creativity. Charles’ skillset allows him to help clients find customized solutions that fit their individual needs.  

Outside of the office Charles is an avid tennis player, jazz aficionado, and foodie. However, Charles’ number one priority in life is his family. He relishes the opportunities he gets to spend with his wife, 2 sons and extended family.
Securities Agent: NV, NM, ID, DE, OH, NH, ME, IA, CA, KY, IL, AK, WI, NE, NC, MS, MN, CO, VT, TN, OR, MD, HI, WY, WA, UT, NY, MI, LA, CT, AL, IN, AR, PA, MT, GA, FL, AZ, VA, TX, OK, MA, KS, RI, NJ, MO, WV, SC; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1282919
CA Insurance License #: 0L56648
AR Insurance License #: 16979732

About Bo Partin

Bo has been with Morgan Stanley since 2013, where he helps clients to preserve, grow and manage their wealth through personalized planning. His passion for the financial services industry began in college when he became licensed through an internship.

Bo holds his Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration and a minor in legal studies from The University of Central Florida. Since the age of four, Bo has traveled the country racing motocross and has been a member of the American Motorcyclist Association for over thirty years. His racing years taught him focus, dedication and process – all skills that he uses today with his clients.

Outside of the office and motocross, Bo enjoys running, fishing, and reading. He is a native of Rochester Hills, MI and currently resides in Tampa, FL with his wife, Jennifer and his daughters Elle and Madison.


2023-2024 Forbes America’s Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors & Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors Best-in-State (formerly referred to as Forbes America's Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors, Forbes Top 1,000 Next-Gen Wealth Advisors, Forbes Top 500 Next Generation Wealth Advisors)

Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2023, 2024). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month period concluding in March of the year the award was issued.

https://www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/awards-disclosure.html
Securities Agent: NH, AZ, WI, IL, VT, VA, MA, KS, IA, HI, FL, AK, NE, MN, KY, AR, AL, MD, IN, ID, TN, RI, MI, ME, WA, TX, SC, MT, WY, OR, NC, GA, MS, OH, NV, CT, WV, UT, LA, DE, CO, CA, PA, OK, NY, NM, NJ, MO; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1312695
CA Insurance License #: 0L68403
AR Insurance License #: 16395103

About Bryan Weiss

Bryan has worked as a Financial Advisor at Morgan Stanley since 2004. He graduated from Emory University in 2004, where he earned his Bachelor's degree in Economics. With a deep understanding of economic principles and market dynamics, Bryan embarked on a successful career in finance.

In recognition of his skills and commitment to upholding the highest ethical standards, Bryan obtained the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ designation. This certification signifies his comprehensive knowledge in financial planning, enabling him to deliver informed guidance and implement strategies that empower his clients to make informed decisions about their financial future.

He currently lives in Atlanta with his wife, Lisa and two children, Matthew and Mikaela. Outside of the office, Bryan enjoys coaching his children’s little league and soccer teams.
Securities Agent: UT, LA, KS, DE, WI, ME, MA, IN, IL, GA, OK, OH, NH, MI, IA, AR, AL, TN, OR, NE, HI, RI, NY, NM, CO, CA, WY, WV, WA, SC, FL, NV, MS, PA, MO, MN, MD, KY, ID, CT, TX, NJ, NC, AZ, AK, VT, VA; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1312565

About Diana Poole

Born and raised in the Tampa Bay Area, Diana Poole received her Bachelors’ degree from Florida State University before beginning her career in finance with Merrill Lynch in 2014. She joined Morgan Stanley in 2022 and is passionate about delivering excellent service to clients and delivering all that Morgan Stanley has to offer. Diana enjoys all of the outdoor activities that Florida has to offer with her husband and three young children.

About Josh Morrison

Josh Morrison serves as a Client Service Associate with the Medina Partin Weiss Group in Atlanta, focusing on responsive service and operational support to help deliver a smooth client experience.

Prior to joining the Medina Partin Weiss Group, Josh served in Morgan Stanley’s National New Accounts department. There, he managed account openings, documentation, and maintenance—a role that built the rigorous operational foundation he relies on today to support clients and advisors.

Recently relocated from Utah to the Atlanta area, Josh enjoys spending quality time with his wife and their dog, Chick. Outside the office, he is an avid music listener and a dedicated football fan.

About David Jauch

David Jauch is a Client Service Associate at Morgan Stanley, where he is committed to providing exceptional service and helping clients navigate their financial journeys with confidence. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Finance from the University of Central Florida in 2024 and holds both the Series 7 and Series 66 licenses.

During his time at UCF, David interned with the Medina Partin Weiss Group at Morgan Stanley, and is excited to be rejoining the team. He is passionate about building meaningful client relationships, delivering personalized support, and ensuring a seamless service experience.

Outside of the office, David enjoys staying active and spending time outdoors through activities such as pickleball, fishing, and golf.

Awards and Recognition

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Equity Compensation

Helping you make the most of your equity awards and better understand how it may fit into your larger financial picture – today and tomorrow.

  • Vesting events
  • Option expirations
  • Restricted stock units
  • Tax implications

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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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1) Morgan Stanley Wealth Management secured Money Management Institute/Barron’s Industry Awards for Wealth Manager Platform of the Year. The Wealth Manager Platform of the Year category recognizes a wealth manager platform that exemplifies innovation in delivering better outcomes for investors and Financial Advisors. This award has been secured in 2024, 2021, 2020, 2019 & 2018. The winners were selected by a specially appointed MMI Industry Awards Steering Council. The Steering Council consists of representatives from all segments of the MMI membership. After carefully reviewing the nominations submitted, the Steering Council determined a slate of finalists in each award category. The primary contacts at each of MMI’s 207 member firms were eligible to vote to determine the winners. Nominations were reviewed and evaluated to determine finalists June 2024 - July 2024. Finalists were voted on to determine a winner August 2024. MMI/Barron’s does not receive compensation from the participating firms in exchange for the award and Morgan Stanley did not pay a fee to MMI/Barron’s in exchange for its receipt of the award. Morgan Stanley is a member of MMI and pays a fee to MMI as part of its membership dues. Morgan Stanley’s receipt of this award is not indicative of any future performance. These awards were granted to Morgan Stanley based on the time period from October 2023 to June 2024. There were 6 firms considered for the Wealth Management Platform of the Year Award and 12 firms considered for the Distribution Excellence Award. The Money Management Institute (MMI) is the industry association representing financial services firms and Barron’s is a financial magazine; both groups are responsible for the award. Accolade qualifications for past years may vary; additional information available upon request.

2) Industry’s top tax-optimization technology refers to tax management capabilities developed by Eaton Vance and Parametric, affiliates of Morgan Stanley. Morgan Stanley is a leading provider of direct indexing strategies. According to Cerulli Associates’ Q1 2026 Managed Account Edition, Morgan Stanley ranked first among 15 firms in Direct Index SMA assets under management based on reported industry assets. The ranking reflects scale of assets and does not evaluate tax outcomes, performance, or quality of technology. Tax outcomes will vary and are not guaranteed.

3) The Celent Model Wealth Manager 2025 Awards for Data and Analytics and Essential and Emerging Technologies were granted to Morgan Stanley following an evaluation process conducted by Celent analysts. To be considered for this award, Morgan Stanley submitted Model Wealth Manager 2025 Nomination Award Worksheets to Celent on or about January 30, 2025. Celent judged each submission on three criteria: (1) Measurable business benefits of live initiatives; (2) degree of innovation relative to the industry; and (3) technology or implementation excellence. In order to win, the initiatives must demonstrate clear business benefits, innovation, and technology or implementation excellence. Celent does not receive compensation from the participating firms in exchange for the award and Morgan Stanley did not pay a fee to Celent in exchange for the award. Morgan Stanley is not affiliated with Celent. Based on their submission on January 30, 2025 for Celent’s 2025 Model Awards program, Celent granted Morgan Stanley their awards in June, 2025 and publicly shared the news in June, 2025. Celent is a global financial services research and advisory firm and is responsible for determining the recipient of this award.

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Investing in securities involves risk, including possible loss of principal. Diversification does not guarantee a profit or protect against loss in a declining financial market.

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC does not accept appointments nor will it act as a trustee but it will provide access to trust services through an appropriate third-party corporate trustee.

Alternative investments are often speculative and include a high degree of risk. Investors can lose all or a substantial amount of their investment. They may be highly illiquid, can engage in leverage, short-selling and other speculative practices that may increase volatility and the risk of loss, and may be subject to large investment minimums and initial lock-ups. They may involve complex tax structures, tax inefficient investing and delays in distributing important tax information. They may have higher fees and expenses that traditional investments, and such fees and expenses can lower the returns achieved by investors.

Cash management and lending products and services are provided by Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association or Morgan Stanley Bank, N.A, as applicable.

Borrowing against securities may not be appropriate for everyone. Clients must be aware that there are risks associated with a securities based loan, including possible maintenance calls on short notice, and that market conditions can magnify any potential for loss. For details please see the important disclosures below.

Important Risk Information for Securities Based Lending: Clients must be aware that: (1) Sufficient collateral must be maintained to support the loan and to take future advances; (2) Clients may have to deposit additional cash or eligible securities on short notice; (3) Some or all of the pledged securities may be sold without prior notice in order to maintain account equity at required collateral maintenance levels. Clients will not be entitled to choose the securities that will be sold. These actions may interrupt long-term investment strategy and may result in adverse tax consequences or in additional fees being assessed; (4) Morgan Stanley Bank, N.A., Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association or Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (collectively referred to as "Morgan Stanley") reserve the right not to fund any advance request due to insufficient collateral or for any other reason except for any portion of a securities based loan that is identified as a committed facility; (5) Morgan Stanley reserves the right to increase the collateral maintenance requirements at any time without notice; and (6) Morgan Stanley reserves the right to call securities based loans at any time and for any reason.

With the exception of a margin loan, the proceeds from securities based loan products may not be used to purchase, trade, or carry margin stock (or securities, with respect to Express CreditLine); repay margin debt that was used to purchase, trade or carry margin stock (or securities, with respect to Express CreditLine); and cannot be deposited into a Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC or other brokerage account.

To be eligible for a securities based loan, a client must have a brokerage account at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC that contains eligible securities, which shall serve as collateral for the securities based loan.

Securities based loans are provided by Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association or Morgan Stanley Bank, N.A, as applicable.

There is no guarantee that tax-loss harvesting will achieve any particular tax result. Clients may elect Tax Management Services for the account by notifying their Financial Advisor, and indicate what Maximum Tax or Realized Capital Gain Instruction is desired for the account, if any. The Tax Management Services Terms and Conditions attached to the Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Select UMA ADV brochure as Exhibit A will govern Tax Management Services in the account. Review the Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Select UMA ADV brochure carefully with your tax advisor.

Industry acclaimed risk platform refers to Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s (“Morgan Stanley”) Portfolio Risk Platform. The assumptions used in the Report incorporate portfolio risk and scenario analysis employed by BlackRock Solutions (“BRS”), a financial technology and risk analytics provider that is independent of Morgan Stanley. BRS’ role is limited to providing risk analytics to Morgan Stanley, and BRS is not acting as a broker-dealer or investment adviser nor does it provide investment advice with respect to the Report. Morgan Stanley has validated and adopted the analytical conclusions of these risk models. The analysis provided is illustrative only. Morgan Stanley cannot predict a portfolio’s risk of loss due to, among other things, changing market conditions or other unanticipated circumstances. The analysis is based purely on assumptions made using available data and any of its forecasts are subject to change.

The footnotes below apply to the industry-leading claims referenced above. More information is available upon request.

Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is the trade name of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, a registered broker-dealer in the United States. Securities based loans are provided by Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association or Morgan Stanley Bank, N.A, as applicable.

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

Morgan 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 visit us at www.morganstanley.com/wealth or consult with your Morgan Stanley Financial Advisor to read about those differences.

The sole purpose of this material is to inform, and it in no way is intended to be an offer or solicitation to purchase or sell any security, other investment service, or to attract any funds or deposits. Investments mentioned may not be appropriate for all clients. Before making any investment, each investor should carefully consider the risks associated with the investment, as discussed in the applicable offering memorandum and make a determination based on their own particular circumstances that the investment is consistent with their investment objectives and risk tolerance.

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