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With over 85 years of experience in financial services, our team brings time-tested perspectives and experience to guide you, your family, or institution on the way to your specific goals & objectives.

We aim to provide decisive, comprehensive strategies tailored to your specific needs so that you may navigate life transitions, wealth transfers, & uncertain markets.

Leveraged by the resources of Morgan Stanley, we offer you access to an industry-leading platform & unique investing opportunities.

Our goal is simple: to proactively manage your financial needs so that you may focus on what's important to you.

2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
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2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2024) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based for the period 3/31/22-3/31/23.

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Our Process

1) Hear Your Story
• Listen to gain an intimate understanding of your personal & financial goals.
• Identify circumstances unique to you and your family.
• Determine your financial risk tolerance.
• Gather necessary documentation to take the next steps in our engagement together.
2) Analysis & Plan Development
• Review your balance sheet to understand assets & liabilities.
• Understand cash flow needs and expectations.
• Look for shortfalls or gaps in your current situation or strategy
• Prepare an asset allocation and investment plan appropriate for your goals.
• Place our recommendations under a stress test to assess their chances of success.
3) Presentation & Implementation
• Step-by-step, walk you through our recommendations and the reasoning behind them.
• Adjust any recommendations based upon your input.
• Agree on how to implement your plan and communicate as we take steps along the way.
4) Ongoing Stewardship & Monitoring
• Confirm your communication preferences & expectations
• Meet regularly to review your progress. Adjust our strategy as needed.
• Continue to proactively plan for your future personal & financial needs & milestones.

Our Core Values

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    Put Clients First
    Always keep the client's interest first. Work with colleagues to deliver the best of the Firm to every client. Listen to what the client is saying and needs.
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    Do the Right Thing
    Act with integrity. Value and reward honesty, collegiality and character.
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    Lead with Exceptional Ideas
    Win by breaking new ground. Let the facts and different points of view broaden our perspective. Be vigilant about what we can do better.
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    Give Back
    Be generous with our experience, our time and our money. Invest in the future of our community and our Firm. Mentor our next generation.
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    Diversity & Inclusion
    Value individual and cultural differences as a defining strength. Champion an environment where all employees feel a sense of belonging—are heard, seen and respected. Expect everyone to challenge behavior counter to our culture of inclusion. Attract, develop and retain talent reflecting the full diversity of society.

Our Services

When managing wealth, there are many aspects that must be covered in order to get a complete plan. Take a deeper look into what we provide:
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    Financial Planning
    Financial planning is a dynamic process that is based on the client’s changing wants and needs both in the short and long term. Short term goals take priority in current planning while long term goals are considerations that influence a client’s full analysis.
    Financial Planning Brochure
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    Retirement Planning
    Retirement Planning is a core component of wealth management. Certain steps should be taken to prepare for a wide range of future costs such as living expenses, travel costs, and education funding. We can assist clients with this planning by quantifying financial needs, creating an action plan, and tracking plan progress.
    Planning Your Goals
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    Family Office Resources
    When it comes to Ultra High Net Worth, wealth management becomes quite complex with many unique variables to consider. Check out how at Morgan Stanley we care for your UHNW goals and concerns.
    Family Office Video
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    Estate Planning
    When it comes to leaving your legacy to your loved ones, effective and proactive estate planning is essential. From receiving beneficial tax treatment and avoiding legal burdens to streamlining the inheritance process, estate planning makes this possible. We can help with this process and make sure that you are up-to-date when hitting milestones in your life.
    Estate Planning Brochure
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    Insurance Planning and Long-Term Care
    Saving and preparing for retirement is a life-long event that must also be protected. Long-term care insurance can accomplish this by making sure that potential costs you may incur later in life do not exceed or consume your retirement savings.
    How Insurance Can Help With Retirement Planning

MODERN WEALTH TOOLS

Our goal is simple: "To be the firm where the most talented, trusted advisors in the industry leverage cutting-edge technology and deliver customized wealth management solutions to their clients and their families to enable them to achieve their life goals." Here are a few technologies we have to offer our clients.
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    Morgan Stanley Online (MSO)
    With Morgan Stanley Online and the Morgan Stanley Mobile app, your investments and everyday finances are never more than just a click away.
    Learn More About MSO
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    Total Wealth View
    Complete your financial picture with Total Wealth View. By linking your external account information, you will benefit from more informed and comprehensive wealth planning and convenient connectivity.
    Learn More About Total Wealth View
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    Planning
    Working with us paired with our technology, is a great way to access advice and build a wealth plan. Read more about the advantages of working with our planning technology to stay on-track toward reaching your financial goals.
    Take Control of Your Financial Future Today
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    Portfolio Risk Platform
    Morgan Stanley's Portfolio Risk Platform is powered by BlackRock's Aladdin risk engine, a state-of-the-art, innovative tool used by several of the world’s largest institutional asset managers, using this tool provides comprehensive risk analytics and a sophisticated view of the risk/return dichotomy across your financial portfolios.
    Manage Your Risk
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    Online Security
    At Morgan Stanley, safeguarding your assets and personal information is among our highest priorities. Learn about our extensive security measures and take advantage of our numerous resources and ideas to help you stay protected online.
    Protect Your Legacy
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    Morgan Stanley Reserved Insights
    Curated insights and articles spanning such topics such as Family, Lifestyle, Health & Planning, Travel, and Giving Back.
    Read the Latest Insights
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    Morgan Stanley Reserved Offers
    Exclusive offers to keep Reserved clients and their families safe and engaged. Offers span across categories such as Dining, Health and Wellness, Travel, Entertainment, and more.
    Browse the Latest Offers
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    Morgan Stanley Signature Access
    Signature Access, the highest tier of Morgan Stanley's loyalty program Reserved Living & Giving, gives clients with $10 million or more in assets at the firm access to world class services such as Private Health Advisory, Personal Cybersecurity services, Aircraft Management and more all in addition to the discounts and content available through Reserved Living & Giving.
    Signature Access Lifestyle Advisory Concierge

Location

320 East Main Street
Suite 410
Spartanburg, SC 29302
US
Direct:
(864) 585-7761(864) 585-7761
Toll-Free:
(800) 934-0340(800) 934-0340
320 East McBee Avenue
Suite 101
Greenville, SC 29601
US
Direct:
(864) 370-7262(864) 370-7262

Meet The Tyger River Group

About Robert P Richardson

With over 40 years of experience in the financial services industry, Ricky has worked with our clients by assisting them in achieving their long-term goals and objectives. His primary areas of concentration are individual and corporate retirement strategies, asset allocation, and advising plan sponsors on their fiduciary responsibilities. He adds value for our clients by educating them on the concepts and strategies that go into the development of their financial plan. 

Ricky is a graduate of Hampden Sydney College with a B.S. degree in economics.  He and his wife Betsy have two children, Rob and Caroline, and two grandchildren. 

Away from the office, Ricky enjoys spending time with his family and outdoor activities including sailing, trout fishing, and traveling.  An active member of the community, Ricky serves as a Spartanburg County Foundation trustee.
Securities Agent: IA, KY, NC, NH, TN, GA, MA, NY, SC, WI, FL, CA, PA, AR, DC, IN, VA; BM/Supervisor; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Transactional Futures/Commodities; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1285364

About Mary G Crowley

A Financial Advisor with over 40 years of experience in the financial services industry, Mary has developed a keen insight into developing professional and personal relationships She places great emphasis on developing a program of strategic asset allocation based on sound principles of risk and reward. She works with high-net worth individuals and corporations, addressing all aspects of their financial needs. Her duties also include the management of the Spartanburg office.

Mary earned a B.A. in Psychology from Salem College in Winston-Salem, NC and is a graduate of Spartanburg Day School. Mary is also an active member of the community.  She is a past board member of Mobile Meal Service of Spartanburg County and served as Chair of Women Giving for Spartanburg.
Securities Agent: SD, AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, PR, RI, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, VI, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY; BM/Supervisor; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Transactional Futures/Commodities; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1274588

About Clancy Crowley

Clancy Crowley is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and Certified Private Wealth Advisor ® professional who joined The Tyger River Group in 2016.

In his role, he is responsible for understanding client goals & objectives before delivering comprehensive financial plans and tailored investment solutions. Clancy collaborates with our individual, family, and institutional clients on a range of topics, from estate & tax planning to alternative investments, while leveraging the extensive resources of Morgan Stanley.

Clancy is a graduate of Clemson University with a degree in Business Management. In the community, he has served on the Young Leaders Advisory Board and Economic Mobility Vision Council for the United Way of the Piedmont. He is a member of the 50th class of Leadership Greenville.

Clancy and his wife, Callie, live in Greenville with their two young children. Outside of the office, he is an avid fly fisherman who also enjoys camping and traveling.
Securities Agent: WI, TN, GA, CA, SC, MA, PA, KY, NY, IN, FL, NC, VA; BM/Supervisor; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1612992

About Misty Messer

Since 2005, Misty has provided administrative support to The Tyger River Group. She is dedicated to providing excellent service and solutions to our clients and their families.

Misty has two children, Savannah and Chandler. She keeps herself busy outside of the office by spending time with her family and traveling.
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Portfolio Insights

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.

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
Want to Keep More of Your Investment Returns? Consider These Tax Moves
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Want to Keep More of Your Investment Returns? Consider These Tax Moves

Establishing a tax management strategy for your investments may help you keep more of your returns.

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.

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
A Simple Six-Step Retirement Checkup
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A Simple Six-Step Retirement Checkup

Checking in on your retirement plan may make a lot of sense, especially when market volatility arises.

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.
Ready to start a conversation? Contact The Tyger River Group today.
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