
The Stable Oaks Group at Morgan Stanley

Our Mission Statement
Our mission is to be trusted advisors to the individuals, families, and businesses we serve—helping them simplify financial complexity, align their wealth with their values, and create lasting impact across generations. Grounded in deep relationships and personalized advice, we’re committed to guiding our clients with care, clarity, and purpose every step of the way.
Our Story
Led by Duane Gurbach, Christy Sanchez, and Pablo Munoz, our team brings together a diverse blend of backgrounds, perspectives, and experience to serve the complex financial needs of our clients. As a team of seasoned Financial Advisors—several of whom hold the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ designation—we are united by a shared commitment: to deliver personalized, strategic guidance that empowers our clients to build, preserve, and transfer wealth with clarity and confidence.
We concentrate in serving executives, business owners, and multigenerational families, offering comprehensive financial planning and investment management tailored to each client’s goals. In addition, our team has deep expertise in corporate retirement plans, guiding plan sponsors and participants with care and forward-thinking strategies.
With more than $633 million in assets under management (as of Q2 2025), our practice is built on long-term relationships, deep trust, and a mission to help clients align their wealth with their values and create lasting impact across generations. Whether navigating a business transition, planning for retirement, or establishing a family legacy, we are here to guide you with purpose and precision.
We concentrate in serving executives, business owners, and multigenerational families, offering comprehensive financial planning and investment management tailored to each client’s goals. In addition, our team has deep expertise in corporate retirement plans, guiding plan sponsors and participants with care and forward-thinking strategies.
With more than $633 million in assets under management (as of Q2 2025), our practice is built on long-term relationships, deep trust, and a mission to help clients align their wealth with their values and create lasting impact across generations. Whether navigating a business transition, planning for retirement, or establishing a family legacy, we are here to guide you with purpose and precision.
Services Include
- Executive Financial ServicesFootnote1
- Estate Planning StrategiesFootnote2
- Retirement PlanningFootnote3
- Trust ServicesFootnote4
- Planning for Education FundingFootnote5
- Financial PlanningFootnote6
- Professional Portfolio ManagementFootnote7
- Qualified Retirement PlansFootnote8
- Corporate Retirement PlansFootnote9
- 401(k) Rollovers
- Cash Management and Lending ProductsFootnote10
- Alternative InvestmentsFootnote11
- AnnuitiesFootnote12
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Location
1330 Post Oak Blvd
Suite 900
Houston, TX 77056
US
Direct:
(713) 968-3000(713) 968-3000
Meet The Stable Oaks Group
About Duane Gurbach
Duane Gurbach, CFP®, is a Financial Advisor for Morgan Stanley Wealth Management and Certified Financial Planner™. Duane and his team pride themselves on exceptional client service and developing customized wealth management strategies. We utilize a goals-based wealth management approach that is highly data driven to help meet the many needs of clients ranging from retirement planning, tax efficient investing, asset management, concentrated stock positions, Social Security and Medicare strategies, strategic borrowing, wealth transfer and many more.
Duane joined the Morgan Stanley team after graduating in 2011 from the University of Houston-Downtown with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration (BS) focusing on Finance. He became a Certified Financial Planner™ in August 2017 after completing his certification through the Susanne M. Glasscock School of Continuing Education at Rice University.
Duane is located in the Houston Galleria area and is married to his wife Rachael. They have two girls Hadley and Reagan.
Duane joined the Morgan Stanley team after graduating in 2011 from the University of Houston-Downtown with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration (BS) focusing on Finance. He became a Certified Financial Planner™ in August 2017 after completing his certification through the Susanne M. Glasscock School of Continuing Education at Rice University.
Duane is located in the Houston Galleria area and is married to his wife Rachael. They have two girls Hadley and Reagan.
Securities Agent: MS, MO, GA, CT, SD, SC, NE, MI, ID, WV, PR, NV, MA, KS, NM, ND, MD, CO, CA, AR, LA, IN, DE, WA, AZ, AK, WY, IL, HI, FL, TX, NC, DC, UT, OR, OK, TN, NJ, MN, MT, VA, NY; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1383198
NMLS#: 1383198
About Christy Sanchez
Born and raised in Houston, Christy Sanchez has spent more than two decades helping individuals, families, and business owners make confident financial decisions. She began her career in 2003 in retail and small business banking with JPMorgan Chase, where she developed a deep appreciation for understanding clients’ goals and the role thoughtful financial guidance plays in their lives.
For the past seven and a half years, she has partnered closely with Duane Gurbach, originally serving as a Registered Client Associate and now as a Financial Advisor on the team. Together they focus on goal-based financial planning, helping clients clarify what they want to achieve, implement personalized strategies, and provide ongoing support as life evolves.
Known for her warm communication style and ability to translate complex financial concepts into clear, actionable steps, she is committed to ensuring clients feel informed, supported, and understood throughout their financial journey.
A native Houstonian, she recently married in April 2024. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, and exploring new places and experiences in the city she calls home.
For the past seven and a half years, she has partnered closely with Duane Gurbach, originally serving as a Registered Client Associate and now as a Financial Advisor on the team. Together they focus on goal-based financial planning, helping clients clarify what they want to achieve, implement personalized strategies, and provide ongoing support as life evolves.
Known for her warm communication style and ability to translate complex financial concepts into clear, actionable steps, she is committed to ensuring clients feel informed, supported, and understood throughout their financial journey.
A native Houstonian, she recently married in April 2024. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, and exploring new places and experiences in the city she calls home.
Securities Agent: CA, WV, ND, AL, AK, KY, IN, IL, FL, AZ, NY, NV, NJ, MT, MN, ID, GA, UT, KS, CT, WA, NC, WI, VA, MS, MO, MI, MD, LA, DE, PA, NE, CO, WY, TX, TN, SD, OH, NM, DC, SC, PR, OR, OK, HI, MA, IA, AR; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 513774
NMLS#: 513774
About Pablo L. Munoz
Pablo began his career in financial services in 2012, driven by a desire to help others find financial freedom and build lasting wealth. Today, he works closely with executives, business owners, and multigenerational families, developing personalized financial strategies that align with their values, vision, and long-term goals.
As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional, Corporate Retirement Director, and Portfolio Manager at Morgan Stanley, Pablo brings a disciplined, thoughtful approach to wealth management. His process is rooted in truly understanding each client’s unique circumstances—helping them form a strategy, implement their plan, and track their success over time.
Originally from Medellín, Colombia, Pablo came to the United States as a teenager with his mother, who worked her way to become a published cancer researcher. That journey instilled in him a deep respect for perseverance, opportunity, and the importance of legacy.
Now based in Houston, Pablo is active in several local organizations that support underprivileged youth, including the Institute of Hispanic Culture of Houston. Outside the office, he enjoys traveling with his wife Angelica, exploring new restaurants and wines, and spending time with their three French bulldogs—Lily, Louis, and Henry.
As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional, Corporate Retirement Director, and Portfolio Manager at Morgan Stanley, Pablo brings a disciplined, thoughtful approach to wealth management. His process is rooted in truly understanding each client’s unique circumstances—helping them form a strategy, implement their plan, and track their success over time.
Originally from Medellín, Colombia, Pablo came to the United States as a teenager with his mother, who worked her way to become a published cancer researcher. That journey instilled in him a deep respect for perseverance, opportunity, and the importance of legacy.
Now based in Houston, Pablo is active in several local organizations that support underprivileged youth, including the Institute of Hispanic Culture of Houston. Outside the office, he enjoys traveling with his wife Angelica, exploring new restaurants and wines, and spending time with their three French bulldogs—Lily, Louis, and Henry.
Securities Agent: NV, FL, HI, WV, NM, MS, MA, KY, SD, NE, MD, AK, WA, VA, NY, KS, CO, NC, PA, CA, OH, NJ, LA, DE, AZ, AR, SC, OK, TX, MI, IL, DC, UT, TN, IN, ID, GA; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1095841
CA Insurance License #: 4474623
NMLS#: 1095841
CA Insurance License #: 4474623
About Joseph Huynh
Joseph brings 5 years of wealth management client service with his Bachelor's degree in Business Administration (BS) focusing on Finance from the University of Texas at San Antonio. Joseph is a native to Houston married to his wife Julie. Outside of work, Joseph enjoys spending time with Julie and their two dachshunds.

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2Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice. Clients should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for matters involving trust and estate planning and other legal matters.
3When Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors (collectively, “Morgan Stanley”) provide “investment advice” regarding a retirement or welfare benefit plan account, an individual retirement account or a Coverdell education savings account (“Retirement Account”), Morgan Stanley is a “fiduciary” as those terms are defined under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, as amended (“ERISA”), and/or the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (the “Code”), as applicable. When Morgan Stanley provides investment education, takes orders on an unsolicited basis or otherwise does not provide “investment advice”, Morgan Stanley will not be considered a “fiduciary” under ERISA and/or the Code. For more information regarding Morgan Stanley’s role with respect to a Retirement Account, please visit www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/dol. Tax laws are complex and subject to change. Morgan Stanley does not provide tax or legal advice. Individuals are encouraged to consult their tax and legal advisors (a) before establishing a Retirement Account, and (b) regarding any potential tax, ERISA and related consequences of any investments or other transactions made with respect to a Retirement Account. Individuals should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for matters involving trust and estate planning, charitable giving, philanthropic planning and other legal matters.
4Morgan 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.
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice. Clients should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for matters involving trust and estate planning and other legal matters.
5When Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors (collectively, “Morgan Stanley”) provide “investment advice” regarding a retirement or welfare benefit plan account, an individual retirement account or a Coverdell education savings account (“Retirement Account”), Morgan Stanley is a “fiduciary” as those terms are defined under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, as amended (“ERISA”), and/or the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (the “Code”), as applicable. When Morgan Stanley provides investment education, takes orders on an unsolicited basis or otherwise does not provide “investment advice”, Morgan Stanley will not be considered a “fiduciary” under ERISA and/or the Code. For more information regarding Morgan Stanley’s role with respect to a Retirement Account, please visit www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/dol. Tax laws are complex and subject to change. Morgan Stanley does not provide tax or legal advice. Individuals are encouraged to consult their tax and legal advisors (a) before establishing a Retirement Account, and (b) regarding any potential tax, ERISA and related consequences of any investments or other transactions made with respect to a Retirement Account. Individuals should always check with their tax or legal advisor before engaging in any transaction involving 529 Plans, Education Savings Accounts and other tax-advantaged investments.
6Morgan 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 consult with your Financial Advisor to understand these differences or review our Understanding Your Brokerage and Investment Advisory Relationships brochure available at www.morganstanley.com/wealth-relationshipwithms/pdfs/understandingyourrelationship.pdf.
7Morgan Stanley’s investment advisory programs may require a minimum asset level and, depending on your specific investment objectives and financial position, may not be appropriate for you. Please see the Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC program disclosure brochure (the “Morgan Stanley ADV”) for more information in the investment advisory programs available. The Morgan Stanley ADV is available at www.morganstanley.com/ADV.
8When Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors (collectively, “Morgan Stanley”) provide “investment advice” regarding a retirement or welfare benefit plan account, an individual retirement account or a Coverdell education savings account (“Retirement Account”), Morgan Stanley is a “fiduciary” as those terms are defined under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, as amended (“ERISA”), and/or the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (the “Code”), as applicable. When Morgan Stanley provides investment education, takes orders on an unsolicited basis or otherwise does not provide “investment advice”, Morgan Stanley will not be considered a “fiduciary” under ERISA and/or the Code. For more information regarding Morgan Stanley’s role with respect to a Retirement Account, please visit www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/dol. Tax laws are complex and subject to change. Morgan Stanley does not provide tax or legal advice. Individuals are encouraged to consult their tax and legal advisors (a) before establishing a Retirement Account, and (b) regarding any potential tax, ERISA and related consequences of any investments or other transactions made with respect to a Retirement Account. Individuals should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for matters involving trust and estate planning, charitable giving, philanthropic planning and other legal matters.
9When Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors (collectively, “Morgan Stanley”) provide “investment advice” regarding a retirement or welfare benefit plan account, an individual retirement account or a Coverdell education savings account (“Retirement Account”), Morgan Stanley is a “fiduciary” as those terms are defined under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, as amended (“ERISA”), and/or the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (the “Code”), as applicable. When Morgan Stanley provides investment education, takes orders on an unsolicited basis or otherwise does not provide “investment advice”, Morgan Stanley will not be considered a “fiduciary” under ERISA and/or the Code. For more information regarding Morgan Stanley’s role with respect to a Retirement Account, please visit www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/dol. Tax laws are complex and subject to change. Morgan Stanley does not provide tax or legal advice. Individuals are encouraged to consult their tax and legal advisors (a) before establishing a Retirement Account, and (b) regarding any potential tax, ERISA and related consequences of any investments or other transactions made with respect to a Retirement Account. Individuals should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for matters involving trust and estate planning, charitable giving, philanthropic planning and other legal matters.
10Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC is a registered Broker/Dealer, Member SIPC, and not a bank. Where appropriate, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC has entered into arrangements with banks and other third parties to assist in offering certain banking related products and services.
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
11Alternative Investments are speculative and include a high degree of risk. An investor could lose all or a substantial amount of his/her investment. Alternative investments are appropriate only for qualified, long-term investors who are willing to forgo liquidity and put capital at risk for an indefinite period of time.
12Annuities are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.
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The information, products and services described here are intended only for individuals residing in states where this Financial Advisor is properly registered as described in this site.
Morgan Stanley reserves the right, to the extent permitted under applicable law, to retain and monitor all electronic communications. Morgan Stanley will not accept purchase or sale orders via any Internet site, social media site and/or its messaging systems. Morgan Stanley does not endorse and is not responsible and assumes no liability for content, products or services posted by third-parties on any Internet site, social media site and/or its messaging systems. All electronic communications are subject to terms available at the following link:
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The securities/instruments, services, investments and investment strategies discussed in this material may not be appropriate for all investors. The appropriateness of a particular investment, investment strategy or service will depend on an investor's individual circumstances and objectives. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC recommends that investors independently evaluate particular investments, strategies and services, and encourages investors to seek the advice of a Financial Advisor or Private Wealth Advisor. This material does not provide individually tailored investment advice. It has been prepared without regard to the individual financial circumstances and objectives of persons who receive it.
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors or Private Wealth Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice. Individuals should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for legal matters.
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”) is not implying an affiliation, sponsorship, endorsement with/of the third party or that any monitoring is being done by Morgan Stanley of any information contained within the website. Morgan Stanley is not responsible for the information contained on the third-party website or the use of or inability to use such site. Nor do we guarantee their accuracy or completeness.
The views, opinions or advice contained within third party websites or materials are solely those of the author, who is not a Morgan Stanley employee, and do not necessarily reflect those of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, or its affiliates. The strategies and/or investments referenced may not be appropriate for all investors as the appropriateness of a particular investment or strategy will depend on an investor's individual circumstances and objectives.
*References to length of service at Morgan Stanley include years at Morgan Stanley and predecessor firms.
CFP Board owns the marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, and CFP® (with plaque design) in the U.S., which it awards to individuals who successfully complete CFP Board's initial and ongoing certification requirements.
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1Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors or Private Wealth Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice. Clients should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for legal matters.
For more information, please see the Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Client Relationship Summary.
2Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice. Clients should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for matters involving trust and estate planning and other legal matters.
3When Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors (collectively, “Morgan Stanley”) provide “investment advice” regarding a retirement or welfare benefit plan account, an individual retirement account or a Coverdell education savings account (“Retirement Account”), Morgan Stanley is a “fiduciary” as those terms are defined under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, as amended (“ERISA”), and/or the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (the “Code”), as applicable. When Morgan Stanley provides investment education, takes orders on an unsolicited basis or otherwise does not provide “investment advice”, Morgan Stanley will not be considered a “fiduciary” under ERISA and/or the Code. For more information regarding Morgan Stanley’s role with respect to a Retirement Account, please visit www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/dol. Tax laws are complex and subject to change. Morgan Stanley does not provide tax or legal advice. Individuals are encouraged to consult their tax and legal advisors (a) before establishing a Retirement Account, and (b) regarding any potential tax, ERISA and related consequences of any investments or other transactions made with respect to a Retirement Account. Individuals should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for matters involving trust and estate planning, charitable giving, philanthropic planning and other legal matters.
4Morgan 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.
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice. Clients should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for matters involving trust and estate planning and other legal matters.
5When Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors (collectively, “Morgan Stanley”) provide “investment advice” regarding a retirement or welfare benefit plan account, an individual retirement account or a Coverdell education savings account (“Retirement Account”), Morgan Stanley is a “fiduciary” as those terms are defined under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, as amended (“ERISA”), and/or the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (the “Code”), as applicable. When Morgan Stanley provides investment education, takes orders on an unsolicited basis or otherwise does not provide “investment advice”, Morgan Stanley will not be considered a “fiduciary” under ERISA and/or the Code. For more information regarding Morgan Stanley’s role with respect to a Retirement Account, please visit www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/dol. Tax laws are complex and subject to change. Morgan Stanley does not provide tax or legal advice. Individuals are encouraged to consult their tax and legal advisors (a) before establishing a Retirement Account, and (b) regarding any potential tax, ERISA and related consequences of any investments or other transactions made with respect to a Retirement Account. Individuals should always check with their tax or legal advisor before engaging in any transaction involving 529 Plans, Education Savings Accounts and other tax-advantaged investments.
6Morgan 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 consult with your Financial Advisor to understand these differences or review our Understanding Your Brokerage and Investment Advisory Relationships brochure available at www.morganstanley.com/wealth-relationshipwithms/pdfs/understandingyourrelationship.pdf.
7Morgan Stanley’s investment advisory programs may require a minimum asset level and, depending on your specific investment objectives and financial position, may not be appropriate for you. Please see the Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC program disclosure brochure (the “Morgan Stanley ADV”) for more information in the investment advisory programs available. The Morgan Stanley ADV is available at www.morganstanley.com/ADV.
8When Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors (collectively, “Morgan Stanley”) provide “investment advice” regarding a retirement or welfare benefit plan account, an individual retirement account or a Coverdell education savings account (“Retirement Account”), Morgan Stanley is a “fiduciary” as those terms are defined under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, as amended (“ERISA”), and/or the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (the “Code”), as applicable. When Morgan Stanley provides investment education, takes orders on an unsolicited basis or otherwise does not provide “investment advice”, Morgan Stanley will not be considered a “fiduciary” under ERISA and/or the Code. For more information regarding Morgan Stanley’s role with respect to a Retirement Account, please visit www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/dol. Tax laws are complex and subject to change. Morgan Stanley does not provide tax or legal advice. Individuals are encouraged to consult their tax and legal advisors (a) before establishing a Retirement Account, and (b) regarding any potential tax, ERISA and related consequences of any investments or other transactions made with respect to a Retirement Account. Individuals should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for matters involving trust and estate planning, charitable giving, philanthropic planning and other legal matters.
9When Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors (collectively, “Morgan Stanley”) provide “investment advice” regarding a retirement or welfare benefit plan account, an individual retirement account or a Coverdell education savings account (“Retirement Account”), Morgan Stanley is a “fiduciary” as those terms are defined under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, as amended (“ERISA”), and/or the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (the “Code”), as applicable. When Morgan Stanley provides investment education, takes orders on an unsolicited basis or otherwise does not provide “investment advice”, Morgan Stanley will not be considered a “fiduciary” under ERISA and/or the Code. For more information regarding Morgan Stanley’s role with respect to a Retirement Account, please visit www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/dol. Tax laws are complex and subject to change. Morgan Stanley does not provide tax or legal advice. Individuals are encouraged to consult their tax and legal advisors (a) before establishing a Retirement Account, and (b) regarding any potential tax, ERISA and related consequences of any investments or other transactions made with respect to a Retirement Account. Individuals should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for matters involving trust and estate planning, charitable giving, philanthropic planning and other legal matters.
10Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC is a registered Broker/Dealer, Member SIPC, and not a bank. Where appropriate, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC has entered into arrangements with banks and other third parties to assist in offering certain banking related products and services.
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
11Alternative Investments are speculative and include a high degree of risk. An investor could lose all or a substantial amount of his/her investment. Alternative investments are appropriate only for qualified, long-term investors who are willing to forgo liquidity and put capital at risk for an indefinite period of time.
12Annuities are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.
Check the background of our Firm and Investment Professionals on FINRA's BrokerCheck*.
The information, products and services described here are intended only for individuals residing in states where this Financial Advisor is properly registered as described in this site.
Morgan Stanley reserves the right, to the extent permitted under applicable law, to retain and monitor all electronic communications. Morgan Stanley will not accept purchase or sale orders via any Internet site, social media site and/or its messaging systems. Morgan Stanley does not endorse and is not responsible and assumes no liability for content, products or services posted by third-parties on any Internet site, social media site and/or its messaging systems. All electronic communications are subject to terms available at the following link:
https://www.morganstanley.com/disclaimers/mswm-email.html. Any profiles and associated content are for U.S. residents only.
The securities/instruments, services, investments and investment strategies discussed in this material may not be appropriate for all investors. The appropriateness of a particular investment, investment strategy or service will depend on an investor's individual circumstances and objectives. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC recommends that investors independently evaluate particular investments, strategies and services, and encourages investors to seek the advice of a Financial Advisor or Private Wealth Advisor. This material does not provide individually tailored investment advice. It has been prepared without regard to the individual financial circumstances and objectives of persons who receive it.
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors or Private Wealth Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice. Individuals should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for legal matters.
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”) is not implying an affiliation, sponsorship, endorsement with/of the third party or that any monitoring is being done by Morgan Stanley of any information contained within the website. Morgan Stanley is not responsible for the information contained on the third-party website or the use of or inability to use such site. Nor do we guarantee their accuracy or completeness.
The views, opinions or advice contained within third party websites or materials are solely those of the author, who is not a Morgan Stanley employee, and do not necessarily reflect those of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, or its affiliates. The strategies and/or investments referenced may not be appropriate for all investors as the appropriateness of a particular investment or strategy will depend on an investor's individual circumstances and objectives.
*References to length of service at Morgan Stanley include years at Morgan Stanley and predecessor firms.
CFP Board owns the marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, and CFP® (with plaque design) in the U.S., which it awards to individuals who successfully complete CFP Board's initial and ongoing certification requirements.
The use of the CDFA designation does not permit the rendering of legal advice by Morgan Stanley or its Financial Advisors which may only be done by a licensed attorney. The CDFA designation is not intended to imply that either Morgan Stanley or its Financial Advisors are acting as experts in this field.
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