The Militti Group

Founded in 1976, we are a seasoned family practice in every sense. As an established father-son-daughter advisory team, we offer a unique and personalized approach to investment management and legacy planning. Beyond retirement planning and financial planning, we focus on serving the specialized needs of high net worth families, foundations and endowments in Omaha and across the country and leverage Morgan Stanley’s exclusive resources.

As a multigenerational team helping multigenerational families, we understand the importance of family and the financial freedom to pursue personal interests. We have acquired the knowledge and skills necessary to serve as your single point of contact for all your family wealth needs. Above all, we deliver a dynamic approach to estate planning strategies that not only offers continuity, but a balance of perspectives that help you – and your children – make more informed, confident decisions about your family’s wealth now and in the future.

We are committed to earning your trust and confidence every day through a powerful combination of experience, education and empathy.
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Our Process - The Militti Method

We can help you with a particular financial need or create a comprehensive plan that takes all of your financial needs and goals into account. Our method looks at your wealth from all sides. This leads to solutions that not only have the ability to help you achieve your financial goals but also to transcend them and safeguard against unforeseen life events.
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    Step 1: Discovery & Goal Setting
    Let's begin with a thorough discussion to explain and ascertain your needs, wants, and values. It is important to us that we have a thorough understanding of every facet of your life that affects your financial goals and decisions. Every financial strategy should be unique because everyone is different.
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    Step 2: Analysis, Strategy & Planning
    To conduct a full assessment of your financial situation, we make use of a range of financial planning and risk analysis tools. We then implement up a comprehensive financial plan that will help you accumulate, safeguard, and transfer wealth in line with your objectives.
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    Step 3: Implementation
    Your assets will be transferred to Morgan Stanley once you give your approval. We start implementing the additional techniques we described in your plan once they are in line with your tailored investment strategy.
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    Step 4: Ongoing Monitoring
    Our relationship with you is extremely important to us, and we want to keep it that way. We communicate with you frequently to provide account updates. Additionally, we keep tabs on how well you're doing in achieving each of your objectives and adjust your financial plan as need when your circumstances change.

Modern Wealth Digital Tools

The wide range of digital tools provided by Morgan Stanley have been carefully compiled to aid in enhancing each component of your financial portfolio. Learn more about a few of the many resources we offer our clients for contemporary wealth management.
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    Morgan Stanley Online (MSO)
    With Morgan Stanley Online (MSO) and the Morgan Stanley Mobile App, managing your assets and daily finances is never more than a few clicks away. Access your funds and connect with your financial advisor at any time, today.
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    Aladdin - Portfolio Risk Platform
    With BlackRock's Aladdin risk engine, which is a cutting-edge, innovative risk engine used by some of the largest institutional asset managers in the world, Morgan Stanley's Portfolio Risk Platform gives you comprehensive risk analytics and a sophisticated view of the risk/return dichotomy across your financial portfolios. You can boost your confidence when making informed financial selections with the help of this practical tool.
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    Total Wealth View
    Total Wealth View can help you complete your financial picture. Your financial planning will be more informed, your data access will be more secure, and you'll have easier connectivity if you link your accounts. With TWV, your financial planning strategy only becomes more secure.
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    Goals-Based Planning System (GPS)
    The best method to get guidance and create a well-rounded wealth strategy is to work with Morgan Stanley and its cutting-edge asset management technology. Learn more about the benefits of utilizing our cutting-edge planning technology to assist you in achieving any financial objectives you may have.
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    Digital Vault
    Digital Vault
    Digital Vault lets you easily and securely manage and share important documents such as account statements, authorizations, tax filings and other relevant documents with your Financial Advisor.
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    Security Center
    Learn about our latest security measures, how we are safeguarding your assets and personal information and find actionable insights and resources on important cybersecurity topics to enhance your own online security.
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Planning For Your Family's Financial Needs & Goals

Through each stage of your financial life, we can help assist you in managing the complexity of it all.
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    Family Governance
    It's crucial to have a solid framework for decision-making, or a family governance structure, especially in the case of an ultra-high net worth family involved in a common operation, such as managing a family business, running a family office, or simply investing together as a family.
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    Tax Management
    There are many tax-smart strategies for your financial plan. We'll help you make the tax decisions today that can help you save for years to come.
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    Trust & Estate Planning
    Along the way, we will be by your side. We will examine your tax and estate planning to ensure that your asset allocation analysis appropriately reflects your tax and estate planning's tax features.
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    Philanthropic Planning
    Your list of charitable goals is as unique as your idea of what a better world looks like. However, choosing your goals might be difficult when there are so many deserving causes and unmet needs. We can help guide you through this process. Let's talk about how.
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    Intergenerational Wealth Planning
    Our familial team dynamic enables us to carry a various number of specialties. We understand family wealth, and we are experienced for every stage of life. Obstacles are a part of life, and we can help you create a financial plan with those setbacks in mind.
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    Wealth Education
    No matter their age, adult children should be involved in the discussion about family finances. Although it's not always simple, having the conversation is an important first step in long-term wealth planning.
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Legacy Planning

Life happens, and unexpected occurrences can happen at any time. The good news is there are best practices in legacy & estate planning that can better prepare you for the unforeseen. Multigenerational wealth creators are often challenged with difficult financial considerations that have a large impact on the size and scope of their legacy.

We provide you with accessibility to seasoned professionals who can discuss various tax, trust, and estate planning options with you and your personal advisers, aid with their execution, and concentrate on the integration of your investment plans in order to help with these concerns.
Services Available Include:
  • Working with you and your external advisors to construct tailored tax & estate strategies..
  • Assessing and discussing your existing estate plans and identifying areas of improvement.
  • Guiding & educating you with general tax and estate planning strategies that align with your needs, goals, outlook, and concerns. .
  • Making you aware of market volatility & adjusting your plan when necessary.

Location

13625 California St.
Suite 400
Omaha, NE 68154
US
Direct:
(402) 399-1518(402) 399-1518
Fax:
(402) 399-6336(402) 399-6336

Meet The Militti Group

About EJ Militti, CAP®

EJ brings a lifetime of experience to his role as a wealth management professional. His diverse background enables him to help highly successful executives, families and business owners understand the intricate details of their personal wealth. He focuses on what is most important to each family, so he can develop strategies that help simplify their financial lives and leave the legacies they desire. EJ brings both breadth and depth of experience to multi-generational wealth transfer solutions. He enjoys helping clients articulate their personal principles and values, so they may be honored and passed down to future generations.

Over the years, EJ has remained committed to professional development. He earned a B.S. degree in Finance from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and his M.B.A. from Creighton University. In 2013, he was named a Portfolio Manager by Morgan Stanley.

EJ currently lives in Omaha with his daughter, Sadie. When he’s not assisting clients or visiting with family and friends, EJ enjoys freshwater and saltwater fly-fishing. He is an ardent supporter of Nebraska Cornhusker and Creighton Bluejay athletics.
Securities Agent: AZ, IA, FL, CO, WA, TN, CA, UT, SC, MI, DE, NJ, NC, ME, OH, NY, SD, MN, IL, NE, IN; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1261988

About Carroll Militti Hacker

With more than 20 years of experience, Carroll is a seasoned Portfolio Manager, Financial Advisor, and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ at The Militti Group at Morgan Stanley. She works with a variety of professionals, families and business owners, but especially with women managing life-changing events, such as divorce or the loss of a spouse. She enjoys providing highly personalized advice and tailored investment strategies that are aligned with each client’s goals and investment horizon.

As a discretionary Portfolio Manager within the firm’s distinguished Portfolio Management Program, Carroll has developed a deep and thorough understanding of the world’s financial markets and how various economic conditions impact those markets. She believes investing should be based on a strategy that is easy to understand and implement. Through a goals-based process and world-class resources, Carroll works diligently to provide clients with clarity and confidence about their finances, so they can invest their time on the people and activities that bring their lives joy.

Throughout her career, Carroll has been dedicated to continuing education for herself and her clients. After earning her B.S. degree in Finance with a minor in International Business from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, she continued her studies, receiving her M.B.A. in Management from Loyola University in Chicago. In 2018, Carroll earned the CFP® designation from Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards. This certification is the recognized standard of excellence for personal financial planning.

Outside of the office, Carroll spends as much time as she can with her husband, four young adult children, and two Goldendoodles.
Securities Agent: NY, NE, MI, IL, GA, UT, OH, MN, AZ, SD, NC, FL, CA, DE, ME, IN, IA, CO, WA; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1288125
CA Insurance License #: 876995

About Edward J. Militti, Sr.

A successful Financial Advisor, former Branch Manager and founding partner of The Militti Group, Ed is proud to be a vital member of Morgan Stanley’s history and its predecessor brands for more than 45 years. This rare tenure has enabled him to build longstanding relationships with the firm’s senior leaders.

An industry veteran, Ed draws upon his unique management and investment experience to provide clients with tailored financial advice and customized portfolios. His approach begins with a face-to-face meeting to fully understand each client’s specific goals, personal values and family circumstances. This information serves as the foundation for the development of a comprehensive financial plan that includes a sophisticated approach to estate planning, asset allocation, alternative investments and retirement strategies. He is committed to long-term relationships. He listens carefully to clients’ goals, values and concerns and works tirelessly to help them achieve their personal financial objectives.

Ed received both his M.B.A. and undergraduate degree in Finance from Creighton University. He also attended an advanced consulting certification program from the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School of Business. A native of Omaha, Ed enjoys the outdoors, specifically hunting and fly-fishing. Favorite leisure activities include golfing and spending time with his grandchildren.
Securities Agent: UT, ME, SD, NY, GA, WA, NE, MN, DE, IL, NC, CO, OH, MI, IA, FL, AZ, CA; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Transactional Futures/Commodities; Managed Futures

About Drew Fox

Drew Fox began working for The Militti Group shortly after graduating from the University of Nebraska in Lincoln, NE. He studied Finance and Marketing, which helped to grow his passion for a relationship-driven career in the financial services industry. Like the Milittis, Drew aims to bring clarity to clients’ lives through effective communication and implementation of a strategic financial plan.

Outside of work, Drew spends his free time with family and friends watching sports and the latest streaming shows. He especially enjoys this and anything else when he can do it with his dogs, Herbie, a Pembroke-Welsh Corgi, and Henry, a Golden Retriever.
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Portfolio Insights

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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Donor Advised Funds: A Smart Way to Manage Your Giving 

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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
Taking Control of Your Finances After Death of a Spouse
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Taking Control of Your Finances After Death of a Spouse

Financial planning after a divorce or death can be trying, but with the right approach and the right advice you can turn a difficult situation into empowerment.

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
4 Financially Smart Ways to Take Money Out of Retirement Accounts
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4 Financially Smart Ways to Take Money Out of Retirement Accounts

Discover how planning for required minimum distributions from retirement accounts can help you fund future needs and support loved ones.

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.

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
2025 Global Economic Outlook: U.S. Policies May Temper Global Growth
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2025 Global Economic Outlook: U.S. Policies May Temper Global Growth

Global growth is likely to be around 3% in 2025 and 2026, as tariff and immigration policies begin to slow the U.S. economy late next year, and China's underperformance restrains emerging markets.

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.
The Business Case for a Financially Resilient Workforce
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The Business Case for a Financially Resilient Workforce

In the face of turbulent markets, the word “resilience” may be top of mind. Broadly speaking, resilience is the ability to “bounce back” when encountering life’s inevitable challenges.

Mosaic

Explore ideas and inspiration with captivating, original lifestyle stories created exclusively for Morgan Stanley clients.
A Change of Greenery
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A Change of Greenery

Houseplants add oxygen, flair, and warmth year-round, and the right one in the right space can do just as much for a room as any painting or side table.
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