Our Story and Services

The Parkway South Group is a financial advisory practice with multiple CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®) practitioners and a combined over 100 years of experience in the financial services industry. Our group primarily works with individuals, families, professionals, and business owners providing comprehensive wealth management solutions.

We work with our clients to help deliver a personalized roadmap designed to meet life's critical financial events, both planned and unexpected. We understand the importance of protecting all you have built by creating appropriate strategies that address liquidity, longevity, and legacy planning. We seek to provide sound advice and guidance that give our clients greater confidence to pursue their goals, no matter how uncertain the environment.

Though our clients often choose us for our comprehensive wealth management advice, we take a much more expansive view of our role. In addition to your total financial picture, we are dedicated to obtaining the best possible understanding of you, your family, your business, and your personal priorities.

We care about our clients. We care about their well-being, and we are personally committed to their success.
Services Include
  • Wealth ManagementFootnote1
  • Asset Management
  • Financial PlanningFootnote2
  • Retirement PlanningFootnote3
  • Planning for Education FundingFootnote4
  • Estate Planning StrategiesFootnote5
  • Cash Management and Lending ProductsFootnote6
  • 401(k) Rollovers
  • Professional Portfolio ManagementFootnote7
  • Planning for Individuals with Special Needs and their Families
  • Certificates of DepositFootnote8
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COMPLIMENTARY SECOND OPINION SERVICE

Exclusively for friends, family and associates of our valued clients. We’re pleased to offer you this opportunity to start a conversation.
Working with a Wealth Manager
As a client of The Parkway South Group, you may benefit from a disciplined, experienced advisory team who has a clear and comprehensive vision of wealth management.
The Parkway South Group Consultative Process
The Parkway South Group’s approach with each new client is a collaborative process. This allows us to have an open dialogue to learn about your values and goals, while working with you to create a plan to help achieve them.
Expectations
Your first meeting will be a discovery meeting where we will gain insight and understanding of your values and goals. We then conduct a comprehensive analysis of your current financial picture.
Risk Analysis
We can use Aladdin Portfolio Risk Platform to stress test your current portfolio.
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Comprehensive Financial Plan
We can develop a comprehensive financial plan using our Goals Planning System tool.
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KNOWLEDGE & RESOURCE HUB

We believe financial education leads to better insights into our investment strategy and discipline, and ultimately, better long-term decisions. As a result, we are committed to providing you with important information about managing your wealth more effectively in today’s global markets.

We've assembled the following tools and resources that reinforce the fundamental investment strategies and concepts of our practice. Additionally, we've provided links and hope you’ll return often to learn more about the topics that can impact your wealth.
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    GIC: On The Markets
    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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    GIC: Weekly
    This report from Wealth Management Chief Investment Officer Lisa Shalett highlights the GIC's latest thinking on the markets.
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    Thoughts On The Market Podcast
    Perspectives on the forces shaping markets.
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    Morgan Stanley's Promotional Preferred Savings Program
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    Insurance Solutions
    At Morgan Stanley, we offer a robust suite of insurance and annuities solutions backed by its licensed insurance agency affiliates that can aid in safeguarding you and your loved ones.
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    Morgan Stanley Private Markets (MSPM)
    Private market investing enables eligible investors to access attractive companies before they are publicly available making you a part of their story. Watch this video to learn more about investing in Private Markets with Morgan Stanley and consider whether such investments might be right for you.
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    2025 Retirement Plan Contribution Limits
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    2025 Tax Tables
    The tax decisions you make today can help you save for years to come. Access the 2025 Tax Tables now by clicking on the link below.
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    Total Tax 365
    Taxes can be a substantial drag on investment returns. Morgan Stanley Total Tax 365 offers access to a broad range of tax-efficient strategies to help you integrate tax planning into your investment process all year long, maximize portfolio after-tax return potential and help keep more of what you earn.
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KEEPING YOU CONNECTED

Our investment strategy leverages modern wealth tools and cutting-edge technology. By providing you with the digital tools you need for today’s world of modern wealth, we can help you come one step closer to achieving your financial goals.
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    Morgan Stanley Online
    Beyond viewing your account balance and activity, Morgan Stanley Online (MSO) has a suite of features that allow you to manage your everyday finances from paying bills and sending money to transferring funds and authorizing transactions with eAuthorizations.
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    Spending and Budgeting Tool
    Track spending habits, categorize expenses and create budgets across your Morgan Stanley and external financial accounts with our Spending and Budgeting Tool.
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    Total Wealth View
    View all your external financial accounts directly in Morgan Stanley Online or the mobile app. By linking your accounts, you’ll benefit from more informed wealth planning, secure data access and convenient connectivity.
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    Digital Vault
    Digital Vault allows for easy sharing and convenient access to your most important documents from wills and deeds to financial statements and tax fillings. Easily manage your encrypted financial records all in one place.
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    eDelivery
    eDelivery provides you with the ability to view statements and other documents electronically in lieu of paper. Clients who are registered in Morgan Stanley Online may enroll in eDelivery.
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    Goals Planning System
    Our Goals Planning System is built on Morgan Stanley's intellectual capital and capabilities, to provide our clients with comprehensive investing and planning solutions for their individual goals.
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    Morgan Stanley Mobile App
    Securely access your Morgan Stanley account from virtually anywhere. Simply download it on your mobile device and use your Morgan Stanley Online username and password to log in. From there you will have a resource of MSO on the go.
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    Cash Plus
    Enjoy unlimited ATM fee rebates worldwide with the Morgan Stanley Debit Card, along with no foreign transaction fees, no cash advance fees, unlimited checkwriting, and more.
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    E-Sign
    E-Sign is a digital, paperless alternative to the traditional means of obtaining signatures from clients on paperwork. There is no registration process for you to begin using E-Sign - all you need is a valid email address and phone number.
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    E-Authorization
    E-Authorizations allows you to approve transactions electronically and securely on Morgan Stanley Online and the Morgan Stanley Mobile App.
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Portfolio Management Process

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Location

1433 Hooper Ave
Toms River, NJ 08753
US
Direct:
(732) 505-4739(732) 505-4739

Meet The Parkway South Group

About Alberico M. Sessa

Al has more than 30 years of experience providing wealth management advice and guidance to clients. Al began his career in wealth management after graduating from the University of Maryland with a B.S. in Consumer Economics. Al holds the title of Senior Vice President – Wealth Management and Branch Manager. He also earned the Certified Financial Planner™ certification awarded by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP®) and is a Senior Portfolio Manager in the Morgan Stanley Portfolio Management Program. Al joined Morgan Stanley in Toms River, NJ after spending 11 years at UBS and the prior 20 years at Merrill Lynch.

Al focuses on implementing wealth management strategies with an emphasis on generating retirement income and constructing investment portfolios designed to reduce risk and maximize return. He has extensive experience in asset and liability management, tax management, income and asset preservation, retirement asset accumulation and distribution, education planning, securities-based lending, and wealth transfer strategies. Over the years, Al has continued to help clients achieve their goals of creating, growing, preserving, and transferring wealth which has allowed him to build long term relationships with clients. Al leads a dedicated team of professionals working to ensure you receive the highest quality service and attention.

Al and his wife, Jami, have three daughters and reside in Colts Neck, NJ. Al enjoys spending time with family and friends and has stayed an avid athlete over the years. Al still plays basketball, flag football, golf, pickleball, and skis. Al volunteers and supports several charities including The Tone Foundation(Lavallette, NJ) and The Marine Corps – Law Enforcement Foundation.
Securities Agent: VI, WA, WI, WV, WY, ND, NE, AK, AR, DC, HI, IA, ID, IN, KY, LA, ME, MI, MS, AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, IL, KS, MA, MD, MN, MO, NC, NH, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OR, PA, PR, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, MT, NM, OK, RI, SD; BM/Supervisor; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 45526

About Me

Mike began his career in wealth management after graduating from Bucknell University with a dual major in Economics and History in 2003. Mike holds the title of Vice President - Wealth Management. He also earned the Certified Financial Planner™ certification awarded by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP®) and the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor® designation. Mike has been providing financial planning and investment advice for over 18 years as a member of The Parkway South Wealth Management Group.

Mike utilizes a planning-based approach that is tailored to each client's individual needs. He focuses on creating financial plans and investment portfolios that focus on retirement and the generation of income in retirement. Asset allocation and proper asset diversification are the cornerstones of Mike's approach to reduce risk and maximize returns.

Mike and his wife, Nicole, met at Bucknell University where they rowed together on the crew team. They still enjoy an active lifestyle with interests in running, power lifting, and skiing. They also both share a passion for saltwater fish. They maintain a saltwater reef system in their home and have participated in several conservation and marine breeding endeavors.

Asset Allocation and diversification does not assure a profit or protect against loss in declining financial markets.
Securities Agent: NV, MO, MD, CT, CA, GA, VA, UT, FL, OH, NC, MA, TX, PR, NH, NJ, KS, ME, DC, SC, PA, NM, MN, IL, DE, AL, TN, NY, CO, WA, VT, AZ, OR; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 577484

About Me

Fred Cordisco has been in the Financial Industry for 30 years.

As your Financial Advisor, Fred, along with his team can discuss and plan how to reach all your financial needs by delivering a wide range of investments options that meet with your expectations and goals for you and your family.

Fred utilizes a planning process with access to some of the worlds most respected and successful investment professionals, with premier trading and execution platforms and a full spectrum of investment choices.

Fred and his team’s success has been based on their high level of service and contact with building strong relationships with all their clients.
Securities Agent: AK, TN, PA, FL, DC, OH, NY, NC, CO, WI, TX, MD, DE, AR, MO, SC, OR, MA, CT, CA, MT, GA, AZ, VA, ME, VT, NH, NM, PR, NV, LA, IL, WY, NJ, HI, AL; BM/Supervisor; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 644486

About Aggie Kolbusz

Aggie Kolbusz is a graduate of Greensboro College with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management. Aggie has been with the Parkway South Wealth Management Group since 2002. She manages client relationships, provides administrative support, and assists in all aspects of our client's financial needs on a daily basis.

Aggie enjoys spending time outdoors with her family riding bikes, hiking, camping, and skiing during the winter months. She and her family also like to travel and when she's not busy taking care of her two energetic boys she likes to work out and read.

About Luella Peragino

Luella Peragino started working in the brokerage business over 35 years ago at EF Hutton. She has her series 7, 63 and 65 registrations. When not working Luella enjoys reading, gardening, baking, cooking, crocheting, and taking long walks with her four-legged friend, Grazie. Luella has 2 children and currently lives in Greenville SC with her daughter Annemarie.
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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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