Our Story and Services

Helping you achieve financial success is our first priority. Morgan Stanley has meaningful intelligence about every major asset class and a presence in every major market, as well as investment research from some of the world’s most respected analysts. Together, we will formulate a strategy to help you achieve your most important goals and then deliver a vast array of resources to you in the way that is most appropriate for how you invest and what you want to achieve.

In addition to our firm’s resources, our team has over 145 years of experience helping our clients achieve our financial goals. We accomplish this by giving each of our clients our personal attention to help them reach their objectives.
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Location

1200 Franklin Avenue 2nd
Fl
Garden City, NY 11530
US
Direct:
(516) 227-2801(516) 227-2801
Toll-Free:
(800) 645-8600(800) 645-8600
Fax:
(516) 874-3346(516) 874-3346

Meet The Notter Group

About Michael J. Notter

Michael was registered in 1973 and has guided his clients through three bear markets of more than 40% each. His favorite quote, from Mark Twain, is "I am more concerned about the return of my money than the return on my money". In additions to being a Senior Vice President, Wealth Management, he has 2 granddaughters and looks forward to teaching them skiing and tennis.
Securities Agent: DE, IL, WI, TX, RI, VT, NH, WA, WY, VA, MD, KY, MI, MN, NC, MT, KS, TN, SC, PA, OH, NY, NV, NJ, AZ, CO, CT, ME, CA, MA, IA, GA, FL, DC; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1288306

About Patricia C. Notter

Pat has been in the securities business since 1974. Previous to Morgan Stanley, she was employed by Paine Weber/ UBS from 2000-2013. Prior to that, Pat was with Prudential Securities for 26 years. Pat and Michael have been married since 2014.
Securities Agent: VT, WI, WY, WA, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, IA, IL, KS, KY, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MT, NC, NH, NJ, NV, NY, OH, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, VA; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative

About Michael J. Pizzo

Michael J. Pizzo, a Financial Advisor with Morgan Stanley Wealth Management, joined the firm in 2016. He brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to this role with over 20+ years in the financial securities industry.

Prior to 2016, Michael was a Financial Planning Specialist and Financial Analyst for Wells Fargo Advisors. His duties and areas of focus include but not limited to; investment portfolio design and management, risk management, retirement planning, and overall comprehensive financial planning.

Whether working with an individual or a business client, Michael works closely with them to ensure all the details of client plans are carried out and implemented. By utilizing this approach, you can be assured that he is always available to assist you with your needs.
Michael and his wife, Mia, have two children. He enjoys spending time with his family, golfing, skiing, travelling, and conversing with his local businessmen and women in his home town of East Northport, NY.
Securities Agent: MD, AZ, NH, CO, FL, DC, CA, VA, TN, OR, MA, KS, WI, TX, OH, DE, NJ, MT, IL, GA, VT, WA, SC, PA, NY, NC, CT; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1751499

About Heather Baumann

Heather Bauman is an Assistant Vice President, Wealth Management Associate with over 36 years industry experience.

Prior to Morgan Stanley, Heather has held the position of Financial Advisor at PaineWebber, UBS and Prudential Securities. Heather has worked with Mr. Notter for over 31 years; working with many types of individuals and families has given our team the experience, perspective and skill to help you build a financial future. You will work with professionals who can translate your goals into a custom designed wealth plan — customized to you and your needs for your financial future. Moreover, because we work as a team, you will always have access to a Financial Advisor who understands your specific goals and strategy.

Heather’s passion is educating and assisting individuals as they pursue their own financial and retirement goals. She has worked with clients in all facets including wealth management, investment accounts, estate planning, multi-generational legacy creation, and corporate investment management. With a client-centric focus, Heather delivers these services with her special brand of warmth and professionalism. With over 36 years in the Financial Services Industry, if you have a question, Heather will have the answer or find it for you.
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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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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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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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