Welcome

What exactly do we do? Simply put, we help a select group of people to make important financial decisions. Our motto is "comprehensive wealth management with a personal touch."

What are some of those important financial decisions? "Will you be able to retire comfortably?" "Can you recreate your paycheck with the assets you have accumulated?" "When you stop working, will you be able to maintain your lifestyle?" "How will you be able to minimize risk during your retirement years?"

Our comprehensive wealth management process begins with a clear understanding of your financial goals and objectives as well as a deep appreciation of your comfort level with the inherent risk that investing brings. As the Salt Marsh Group at Morgan Stanley, we provide you with customized strategies for retirement planning, wealth accumulation and risk management. We accomplish this by bringing to you many years of experience, knowledge, and wisdom.

We have developed and refined our consultative process so that it begins with an in-depth discussion of your current finances and future plans. We can help address issues you might have overlooked that can have a significant impact on your ability to reach those dearly-held goals and objectives. And, finally, we will determine how we can help you adjust your investment strategy to accommodate changing conditions and meet any unforeseen expenses and income demands that may arise before and during retirement.
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Understanding Your Needs

As Family Wealth Advisors we believe that Comprehensive Wealth Management begins with a clear and concise understanding of our clients' financial goals and objectives, coupled with a deep appreciation of their risk tolerance. As The Salt Marsh Group at Morgan Stanley, our mission is to help people make better (or important) financial decisions, providing them with customized solutions for their retirement planning, wealth accumulation, risk management, and estate planning needs. This is accomplished by bringing many years of experience, knowledge, and wisdom to our client relationships.
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    Planning
    Help you prioritize, organize, and simplify your financial situation—we manage the financial affairs of a select group of families, approaching our work as a “process” and not an “event”.
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    Diversification
    Help you determine realistic goals, and manage your investments seeking to meet those personal goals rather than meet a benchmark—we will diversify and systematically re-balance your portfolio in order to help manage risk.
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    Clarity
    Help you focus on Legacy Planning and keep you on track to facilitate the continuity of your family’s financial plan through the generations—we will help educate your children and grandchildren about investments and financial concepts if warranted.
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    Review
    Review your external investments, such as: company 401(k) and 403(b) plans, and suggest modifications that aim to increase your income during retirement—help you decide when is the best time to start taking Social Security.
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    Taxes
    Provide referrals to other professionals, such as attorneys and CPAs—work closely with your tax and legal advisors—direct you to a professional to assist with your trust and estate planning and probate needs.
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    Monitor
    Guide you through difficult market periods by sharing historical perspectives—pay close attention to market conditions by being disciplined, organized, nimble, and opportunistic.
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    Assistance
    Monitor changes in your life and family situation and remain only a phone call away to answer any of your financial questions without charge.
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    Transparency
    Always be honest with you and be your trusted source for advice in all financial matters.

On Your Mind

We seek to have an advisory based relationship with our clients... a "consultative" relationship where clients pay for performance and advice, not transactions. This approach puts our clients' interest first and foremost. This is accomplished by having a collective 75+ years of experience in the financial services industry. We want to completely understand what our clients hope to achieve by having a relationship with us. In order for us to manage expectations, we need to know that we are a good fit for the client and that they are a good fit for our practice.

Here are a few questions asked by some of our clients. If you believe any of these questions relate to your financial concerns, or if you are looking for financial advice at all, please reach out to us.
Am I Currently Saving or Investing Enough?
We understand that investors have financial issues that keep them awake at night. We want to know what these issues are and provide solutions that can make you feel more confident with your financial situation.
When I Stop Working, Will I Be Able To Maintain My Lifestyle?
We know that people have activities in which they wish to engage when they retire. Our job is to find those out what those dreams are and help accomplish them by constantly monitoring your retirement savings, providing recommendations in your best interest.
How Can I Leave Behind A Legacy?
Whether its for your generations to come or your choice of charity, we strive to help you decide when and how you want your assets to be distributed. We help initiate the steps necessary in order for you to leave an impact.
Do I Have An Exit Strategy Ready In Place?
Whether you are transitioning into retirement, pursuing a different career, or looking to sell a closely held family business, we are here to help you create a financial plan so that you don't fall behind. Life can present many opportunities, don't let your financial concerns stop you from starting a new chapter.
Why Morgan Stanley?
By working with us, you gain access to world class resources that we leverage in personal and customized ways. One example of how our clients benefit is by having access to the intellectual capital of our Global Investment Committee, a group of leading market expert uniquely dedicated to providing high-quality, industry-leading investment ideas to wealth management clients.
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Additional Questions That We Help Answer
Do I have the proper choices in my 401(k) plan and is it enough to allow me to retire when I intend to?

Do I have the proper amount of insurance so my family will be taken care of if I die, become disabled, or am sued?

Is my estate plan up to date and do I have a will, a durable power of attorney, or a trust?

Does long-term care make sense for me?

Disclaimer:
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.

Our Suite of Digital Tools

Digital technology is centered on how people communicate, consume, transact and travel. Our comprehensive suite of digital tools are designed to help enhance every aspect of your financial life. Here are a few of the technologies we have to offer our clients.
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    Morgan Stanley Online
    Morgan Stanley Online (MSO) has a variety of features beyond viewing your account balance and activity that you should take advantage of. They include:

    - eAuthorizations, an enhanced way to authorize transactions with one click on Morgan Stanley Online and the Morgan Stanley Mobile App
    - Managing your everyday finances such as paying bills online, sending money or transferring funds.
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    eDelivery
    eDelivery provides you with the ability to view statements and other Firm documents electronically in lieu of paper. Clients who are registered in Morgan Stanley Online may enroll in eDelivery. Currently, documents available through eDelivery include statements, trade confirmations and prospectuses, general correspondence, selected Internal Revenue Service (IRS) approved tax documents, syndicate offerings, shareholder communications, and portfolio reports.
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    Total Wealth View
    We've launched a new tool that allows you to link information from your accounts at other financial institutions directly to your Morgan Stanley Online or Morgan Stanley Mobile App profile.

    The ability to view all of your assets together provides the opportunity to advise on your Morgan Stanley accounts with your entire financial picture in mind.
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    Digital Vault
    Keeping important documents and financial records organized and readily available is one of the best gifts you can give those you love. In the event of catastrophe or serious illness, disability or death, your Family Records Organizer can immediately provide vital, timely information to both your family and professional advisors. The Digital Vault on Morgan Stanley Online and the Mobile App allows you and your clients to build a central, shared document library where all documents are stored using encryption.
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    Aladdin
    Morgan Stanley's Portfolio Risk Platform analyzes over 3,000 risk factors, and models what-if scenarios so you can see the potential impact of hypothetical market shocks. The Portfolio Risk Platform integrates the leading risk analytics engine into Morgan Stanley Wealth Management’s platform to improve the quality, transparency, and efficiency of the end to end risk management processes for the Firm and our Clients.
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    Goal Planning System
    Morgan Stanley was awarded for its Goals Planning System (GPS) which integrates proprietary goal planning with the Firm’s investment proposal tool, allowing Financial Advisors to scale their practice, deliver an engaging client experience and provide an enhanced and intuitive platform for goal tracking and reporting.

    Built on the Firm’s intellectual capital and capabilities, GPS is an intuitive and efficient platform used to quickly assess whether a client is “On Track” to achieving their financial goals.
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The Salt Marsh Group National Client Coverage Map

Our team works on a national level, having the licensing required to service clients from 30 different states. If you live in one of these states and are looking for someone who can take a deep dive into your assets and help provide you with the clarity you need for financial freedom, then contact one of our financial advisors today to get started.

We're eager to keep growing, so if you currently reside in a state we do not work with, please reach out to us and we can further discuss the possibilities of extending our coverage.
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Location

850 Morrison Drive
Ste 800
Charleston, SC 29403
US
Direct:
(843) 727-7720(843) 727-7720
Toll-Free:
(800) 727-7701(800) 727-7701

Meet The Salt Marsh Group

About Jack Evans

Jack Evans is a Senior Vice President and Financial Advisor who has been with Morgan Stanley since 2007.  He has been a financial advisor since 1981, previously with Smith Barney and its predecessor firm, Robinson Humphrey.  He has a wealth of knowledge, experience, and wisdom in helping people make important financial decisions.

 A Charleston area native, Jack graduated with a BA and a Master’s from Clemson University.  He and his attorney wife, Evie, have lived in Mt. Pleasant since 1983.  They have three married children also living in the Charleston area:  Drew and Kelly Evans, Emily and Thomas Limehouse, and Forrest and Anna Evans.  Jack is active in church and community, serving as both a Deacon and an Elder at Mt. Pleasant Presbyterian, Past-President of the Rotary Club of Mt. Pleasant, and Past-President of Charleston Men’s Chorus, where he has been a member since 1994.

 “Over all these many years I have been blessed to have been able to work with and been exposed to the very best of our industry.  What they taught me about helping people make important financial decisions doesn’t have a shelf life. Investors want to work with someone they can trust, and that principal will stand the test of time.”
Securities Agent: CO, KY, IL, TN, IN, VT, NJ, MD, FL, AR, AL, UT, OK, NH, KS, TX, OH, NY, AZ, WV, SC, OR, DC, MO, MA, LA, GA, CA, WA, VA, RI, NM, NC, MI, DE, PA; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1288250

About Terri Murray

Terri Collins Murray, a Financial Advisor with Morgan Stanley since 2015, brings to our team over 20 years of business experience managing relationships in the technology and financial services industries, previously working as a Personal Financial Consultant at Ernst & Young, Managing Director at Babson Capital now Barings, and Executive Customer Relations Manager at Amazon. Terri received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree from the University of Richmond and a law degree from the Dickinson School of Law. Her education and professional and personal experiences fuel her passion for serving clients in the wealth management space. Terri’s focus areas include Financial Planning, Relationship Management, and Modern Wealth Management.


Terri has made Charleston her home since 2004. She has two sons, Briggs and Keaton, and loves to travel, read, ski, run, cook, and spend time with family and friends.
Securities Agent: PA, MO, MA, SC, NC, DC, CA, TX, OR, NJ, KY, IL, CO, WA, VT, NH, GA, AZ, MI, LA, FL, RI, KS, IN, DE, AL, WV, VA, UT, NY, TN, OK, OH, MD; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1612991

About David Armstrong

David always hoped he’d get the opportunity to work with his mother in the financial services industry someday. Instead, he got the opportunity to work with both his parents. The Financial Advisor team he founded with them provides clients with guidance that encompasses not only investments, but other dimensions of their financial lives. Dave's parents have since moved on from advisory, but Dave continues their legacy each & every day working with his clients.

David is a Morgan Stanley-credentialed Portfolio Manager who relieves clients of day-to-day investment decisions they would rather not make on their own. The proprietary portfolio strategy he developed is based on the concept of relative strength, a discipline that attempts to identify sectors with the greatest likelihood of outperforming or underperforming the overall market for the foreseeable future. 

A veteran who served in the US Army, David received a BS in Business Administration from the E. Claiborne Robins School of Business at The University of Richmond.  He is a firm believer in the value of education, having continued his studies to qualify for the prestigious Certified Financial Planner designation. These credentials help him take a more comprehensive view of his clients’ finances and create strategies that work in concert toward even their most challenging financial goals. 

Outside the office, David coaches girls’ lacrosse in Readington Township, even though his two daughters have long since moved on to other interests. A former Eagle Scout who still takes pride in that accomplishment, David resides in Whitehouse Station with his family, not too far from where he was brought up and first envisioned his future career.
Securities Agent: KS, IL, VT, OR, TN, PA, NY, NC, GA, CA, AL, IN, FL, DC, AZ, SC, WA, VA, UT, TX, OK, MA, DE, OH, MD, NH, KY, CO, NJ, LA, WV, RI, MO, MI; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1272702

About Madeline Huggins

As a dedicated employee to the business, Madeline helps run the team's client relationship management. She is responsible for welcoming new clients and ensuring current clients are taking full advantage of all our team has to offer. Her experience moving every 2 to 4 years with a father in the Navy has developed her ability to form lasting relationships with people so that she knows how to help meet each client's specific need as well as how to anticipate them. She has been working in the financial services industry with Morgan Stanley since graduating from the College of Charleston in 2012. She is FINRA Series 7 and 66 licensed and holds an Insurance license. Madeline currently resides in Mt. Pleasant and enjoys all of the water sports and sunshine that Charleston has to offer.

About Joseph Lassiter, CAIA®

A native of Mount Pleasant, Joe has worked along multiple channels of the financial services industry across Wall Street and local firms here in Charleston. He attended the University of South Carolina, where he graduated Summa Cum Laude with Degrees in Finance and Marketing from the Darla Moore School of Business. He currently holds life, accident, health, and disability insurance licenses as well as registration of Series 7/66 and his Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst designation. He takes great pride in serving clients to the best of his ability and being a team player regardless of the situation. In his spare time, he enjoys volunteering with youth basketball in the Lowcountry area, spending time with family, venturing outdoors and on the water, reading, and SEC football.
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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
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.

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.

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.

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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