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Equipped with the knowledge of your specific needs, goals, time horizon, and risk tolerance we design a specified investment strategy giving you access to the markets in a tactical manner while striving to limit your downside risk. We make every effort to deliver the highest quality customer service to you. As client satisfaction is one of our top priorities, our team works closely with you to deliver exceptional service in a timely manner. We keep all of these things in mind in order to, ultimately, deliver to you seamless service and portfolio performance. As your Financial Advisors, we can help you define and strive to meet your goals by delivering a vast array of resources to you in the way that is most appropriate for how you invest and what you want to achieve. Working together we can help you to preserve and grow your wealth. You’ll have access to some of the world’s most seasoned and respected investment professionals, a premier trading and execution platform and a full spectrum of investment choices.
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Modern Wealth Tools

Our goal is simple: “To be the firm with some of the most talented advisors in the industry leverage cutting-edge technology and deliver customized wealth management solutions to their clients and their families to help them to achieve their life goals.” The Firm strives to ensure it serves clients on its technology platforms that are resilient, safe, efficient, smart, fast and flexible.
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    Morgan Stanley Online
    Morgan Stanley Online (MSO) allows you to view your account online securely. The platform also has many other great features that you can leverage. They include:
    • Total Wealth View – Access streamlined views of your assets and liabilities, including mortgage information, aggregated from all of your financial institutions
    • Current Financial News – access up-to-date news, current market data, research, company profiles, and quotes
    • Access Important Documents – sign up for digital access to all of your financial documents
    • Manage Everyday Finances – mobile check deposit, online bill pay, send money with Zelle, and e-authorizations
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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 and liabilities together enables Morgan Stanley to advise with your entire financial picture in mind.
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    E-Delivery
    Morgan Stanley Online has a variety of features that can enhance your digital experience and provide a deeper level of security. One of those tools, eDelivery, allows you to securely save, print, send, and receive documents at any time from both Morgan Stanley Online and the Morgan Stanley Mobile App.
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    Online Security Center
    Protecting your online security is our top priority at Morgan Stanley. We proactively defend our systems and monitor the threat landscape to help anticipate issues before they arise. We also provide advice and best practices to safeguard your personal information external of the firm as well. To learn more about the measures we take in the face of a constantly evolving cyber threat landscape and how you can better protect yourself, please visit our new Online Security Center.
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Serving Our Community

In our practice, we have a passion for getting involved with local groups in order to help to serve our community. Here are some ways we get involved:
• The Somerset Elementary School PTA: Sponsoring the Fun Run for the Back to School Classic as well as funding recess initiatives to help students have better amenities for recess.

• Operation Gratitude: Collecting extra Halloween candy from all over the D.C. area which is sent to Operation Gratitude who uses it in care packages for our troops, first responders, and their families.

• Somerset Swim Team: Serving as the Meet reps and coordination of swim meets.

• Somerset Elementary School: Serving as a room parent and volunteering at career day.

• Somerset Educational Foundation: Serving on the board of this charitable foundation dedicated to improving the public school experience for children in MD. Currently, Matthew is the President of the Foundation and was also President last academic year as well.

• Johns Hopkins University: Matthew has served many roles with the Institution.
1. Former National Chair of the Second Decade Society.
2. Member of the Dean's Advisory Council for the School of Arts & Sciences.
3. Guest lecture for their Financial Literacy course.
4. Member of the Leadership Fellows Board advising President Daniels.

• Town of Somerset: Matthew currently serves as the Chair of the Town's Pool Committee.

• Great Talk Series: Working on the advisory board for the lecture series in Maryland.

• No Shave November: Raising money for cancer research by not shaving, Matthew has been in the top 3 nationwide in total funds raised for each of the past four years including being #1 in the nation this year.

• All Hands and Hearts - Smart Response: Maria has traveled to many areas abroad to help disaster relief efforts.

• Capital Area Food Bank: The Capital Area food Bank leads the regions efforts to provide good, healthy food to those in need.

New Announcements

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Connor McKinney made Forbes list as one of the Top 500 Next-Gen Wealth Advisors Nationally for 2020.
​Forbes Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jul 2020) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/19 - 3/31/20.
Matthew Zaft has been named #22 Best-in-State Wealth Advisor for D.C. by Forbes
Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors
​Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Feb 2021) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 6/30/19 - 6/30/20.
Connor McKinney has been promoted to Senior Vice President
Connor McKinney made the prestigious Forbes list as one of the Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors Nationally for 2021
Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors
​Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Feb 2021) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 6/30/19 - 6/30/20.
Matthew Zaft and Connor McKinney were recognized as “Five Star Investment Professionals” in 2021.
2016-2021 Five Star Wealth Manager Award
Source: fivestarprofessional.com (Awarded 2016-2021) The award was determined based on an evaluation process conducted by Five-Star Professional based on objective criteria. The award was not based on a specific time period.

We are honored to be recognized by the following organizations

    Matthew Zaft
    • Named by Forbes on list of "Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams" in 2024 and 2025

    • Honored by Reuters as a "Top Financial Advisor" in the country for 2008

    • Named by Barron's as one of America's "Top 100 Financial Advisors” in 2009 and 2010

    • Named a “Five Star Investment Professional” in 2016, 2017, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023

    • Named to the Forbes list of Americas “Best-in-State Wealth Advisors” in 2018, 2019, 2020, 2023, and 2024
    Connor McKinney
    • Named by Forbes on list of "Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams" in 2024 and 2025

    • Named to the Forbes list of Americas "Best-in-State Wealth Advisors" in 2023 and 2024

    • Named one of Americas “Next Gen Advisors” by Forbes for 2018

    • Named to Forbes list of “Next Gen Best-in-State Wealth Advisors” in 2019, 2023, and 2024

    • Named to Forbes list as one of the "Top 500 Next-Gen Wealth Advisors Nationally" for 2020

    • Named a “Five Star Investment Professional” in 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023

    • Made the prestigious Forbes list as one of the Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors Nationally for 2021
    Cary Piligian
    • Named by Forbes on list of "Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams" in 2025






    2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
    Source: Forbes (Awarded Jan 2025) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC for the period 3/31/23-3/31/24

    2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
    Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2024). Data compiled by Shook Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/22-3/31/23.

    2018-2024 Forbes America’s Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors & Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors Best-in-State (formerly referred to as Forbes America's Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors, Forbes Top 1,000 Next-Gen Wealth Advisors, Forbes Top 500 Next Generation Wealth Advisors)
    Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2018-2024). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month period concluding in Mar of the year the award was issued.

    2018-2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors
    Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2018-2020, 2023, 2024). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award.

    2016-2023 Five Star Wealth Manager Award
    Source: fivestarprofessional.com (Awarded 2016-2017, 2019-2023) These awards were determined through an evaluation process conducted by Five Star Professional, based on objective criteria, during the following periods:
    2016 Award - 3/2/16 - 8/30/16
    2017 Award - 2/8/17 - 8/22/17
    2019 Award - 12/31/18 - 8/9/19
    2020 Award - 1/27/20 - 8/21/20
    2021 Award - 1/4/21 - 7/23/21
    2022 Award - 1/10/22 - 8/26/22
    2023 Award - 1/9/23 - 7/31/23

    Reuters Top US Financial Advisors awarded in Feb 2008. This ranking was determined based on an evaluation process conducted by Reuters during a 12-month period concluding in Dec of the prior year. Neither Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC nor its Financial Advisors or Private Wealth Advisors paid a fee to Reuters to obtain or use the ranking. This ranking is based on quantifiable and objective criteria, including, but not limited to, compliance history, client retention, revenue growth, asset growth, and business mix. Ratings are based on the opinion of Reuters and may not be representative of any one client’s experience nor indicative of the financial advisor’s future performance.

    2009-2010 Barron's Top 100 Financial Advisors (formerly referred to as Barron's Top 1,000 Financial Advisors: State-by-State)
    Source: Barrons.com (Awarded 2009-2010). Data compiled by Barron's based on 12-month period concluding in Dec of the year prior to the issuance of the award.

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Meet The ZMP Group

About Matthew Zaft

Matthew Zaft currently manages individual, corporate, trust, and institutional portfolios in addition to developing financial strategies and providing advice on all things financial in nature. With over 25 years of experience in the investment industry, Matt’s areas of focus include portfolio management, structured products, annuities, and options. Matt manages a portfolio using the Portfolio Management platform and has earned the designation of Senior Portfolio Management Director. Matt was honored by Reuters as a Top Financial Advisor in the country for 2008. In Barron’s Magazine, Matt was named among “America’s Top Advisors” in 2009 and 2010. In 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023 he was named as a Five Star Investment Professional by the Washington Post. In 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2023, and 2024 he was named to Forbes list of America’s Best-in-State Wealth Advisors and to Forbes list of America’s Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams in 2024. Matt received his B.A. in sociology with a minor in economics from Johns Hopkins University.

Reuters Top US Financial Advisors awarded in Feb 2008. This ranking was determined based on an evaluation process conducted by Reuters during a 12-month period concluding in Dec of the prior year. Neither Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC nor its Financial Advisors or Private Wealth Advisors paid a fee to Reuters to obtain or use the ranking. This ranking is based on quantifiable and objective criteria, including, but not limited to, compliance history, client retention, revenue growth, asset growth, and business mix. Ratings are based on the opinion of Reuters and may not be representative of any one client’s experience nor indicative of the financial advisor’s future performance.

2009-2010 Barron's Top 100 Financial Advisors (formerly referred to as Barron's Top 1,000 Financial Advisors: State-by-State)
Source: Barrons.com (Awarded 2009-2010). Data compiled by Barron's based on 12-month period concluding in Dec of the year prior to the issuance of the award.

2016-2023 Five Star Wealth Manager Award
Source: fivestarprofessional.com (Awarded 2016-2021) The award was determined based on an evaluation process conducted by Five-Star Professional based on objective criteria. The award was not based on a specific time period.

2018-2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors
Source: Source: Forbes.com. Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award.

2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2024). Data compiled by Shook Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/22-3/31/23.
Securities Agent: IL, MA, MD, ME, MI, MO, NC, NH, NJ, NM, NY, OH, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, VA, VT, WA, WV, NV, AL, LA, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, IA; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 643745

About Connor McKinney

Connor, who is originally from St. Louis, MO, is a graduate of Johns Hopkins University, where he received his B.A. in Economics. He initially began his career in the wealth management industry as an undergraduate intern for the person who would eventually become his partner, Matthew Zaft.

Following graduation and after having briefly lived abroad in London and Greece, Connor returned to wealth management and has been advising high-net-worth clients for over a decade. Originally beginning his career with Merrill Lynch in 2010, he and Matt eventually moved their practice to Morgan Stanley in August of 2012. Connor’s primary role within the Zaft/McKinney group is to serve his clients with specific experience in asset allocation and dynamic financial planning, specializing in the portfolio construction of structured products and alternative investments in conjunction with the rest of the team’s areas of expertise. Connor has also earned the designation of Family Wealth Director, which is a highly regarded designation within Morgan Stanley’s Family Office Resource Group and held by fewer than 4% of Morgan Stanley’s Financial Advisors. As a Family Wealth Director, Connor is recognized for his extensive experience serving the diverse and often complex financial needs of multi-generational families. As such, Connor and the team tap an expansive suite of resources that span Family Governance, Family Office Services, Family Wealth Education, Philanthropy Management, Estate Strategies, Trust Services, Insurance, Lifestyle Advisory and Private Banking Lending.

Connor has earned rankings by Forbes as one of America’s “Best-In-State Wealth Advisors” in 2023 and 2024, “Best-In-State Wealth Management Team” in 2024, "Top Next-Gen Advisors" in 2018, "Next Gen Best-in-State Wealth Advisors" in 2019, 2023, and 2024, "Top 500 Next-Gen Wealth Advisors Nationally" in 2020, and one of "America’s Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors" in both 2021 and 2022. In addition, he has been recognized as a "Five Star Investment Professional" from 2019-2023.

While the team continues to be based primarily out of Washington, D.C., Connor co-manages the practice out of the Morgan Stanley offices in New York City, where he and his wife, Meghan, now reside nearby with their daughters, Parker and Ryan, and dog, Bailey.

2023-2024 Forbes America's Top Wealth Advisors & Best-In-State Wealth Advisors
Source: Source: Forbes.com. Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award.

2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2024). Data compiled by Shook Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/22-3/31/23.

2019-2023 Five Star Wealth Manager Award
Source: fivestarprofessional.com (Awarded 2019-2023) The award was determined based on an evaluation process conducted by Five-Star Professional based on objective criteria. The award was not based on a specific time period.

2018-2024 Forbes America’s Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors & Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors Best-in-State (formerly referred to as Forbes America's Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors, Forbes Top 1,000 Next-Gen Wealth Advisors, Forbes Top 500 Next Generation Wealth Advisors)
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2018-2024). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month period concluding in Mar of the year the award was issued.
Securities Agent: MD, MI, MO, NC, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, VA, VT, WA, WV, ME, LA, AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, IA, IL, MA; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 833609

About Cary Piligian

Cary Piligian is a financial advisor focusing on customized, holistic planning for high-net worth individuals and corporations. As a CFP®, CRPC and Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Cary brings deep experience across various areas to address clients with unique needs.

Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, Cary spent 13 years with Merrill Lynch where he developed as a financial advisor committed to client success.

Cary earned his B.S. in both Finance and Management from Georgetown University. He continued his studies with a concentration in Financial Planning at Georgetown University’s School of Continuing Studies.

During his time at Georgetown, Cary was a dedicated member of the varsity baseball team for four years. Originally from the Detroit area, Cary now resides in Bethesda, MD, with his wife, Pegah, and their adored puppy, Bixby.
Securities Agent: AR, ME, MA, GA, VA, PA, NY, NM, NH, IL, TN, RI, NV, MI, CO, TX, IA, AL, WV, OH, NJ, CT, SD, SC, OR, NC, MO, DE, VT, DC, CA, AZ, WA, MD, FL; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 643914

About Annie Jackson

Annie Jackson joined Morgan Stanley in 2022, where she is a registered client service associate focused on providing excellent service to clients. She holds a BA from the University of Oregon, a MA from The George Washington University, and is series 7 and 66 licensed. Prior to joining the firm, Annie worked at Georgetown University for 11 years in public policy and student affairs. Annie is originally from Eugene, OR and enjoys the outdoors, gardening, and finding new places to explore in DC.

The Power of Partnerships

By partnering with experienced individuals across wealth disciplines, Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors can align specialized resources with your custom needs and deliver strategic guidance through the familiarity and trust of existing relationships

About Tolu Adeyemi

Tolu Adeyemi is a Private Banker serving Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offices in Washington D.C. and Maryland.

Private Bankers partner with Financial Advisors to develop a specialized approach for managing clients’ cash flow, liquidity and financing needs, leveraging our comprehensive suite of cash management and lending solutions.

Tolu began his career in financial services in 2007, and joined Morgan Stanley in 2018. Prior to joining the firm, he was a Senior Client Advisor at PNC Private Bank. He also served as a Wealth Management Banker and Investment Service Adviser for Merrill Lynch.

Tolu is a graduate of Kean University, where he received a Bachelor of Science in Marketing. He lives in Fulton, MD with his wife and two sons. Outside of the office, Tolu enjoys playing golf, fishing, cooking, and spending time with family and friends.
NMLS#: 643728

About Jill Toomey

Jill Toomey, CFP® is a Vice President and Financial Planning Director serving Morgan Stanley’s Wealth Management and Private Wealth Management offices in the Washington D.C. Market. Jill is responsible for helping Financial Advisors’ clients and prospects with their financial planning needs.

Jill began her career in financial services in 2013 and joined Morgan Stanley in 2016. Prior to her current position, Jill served as a Financial Advisor and as the Southeast Region Planning Solutions Specialist covering the states of GA, FL, AL, KY, TN, and WV.

Jill received her bachelor’s degree in mathematics from the University of Delaware and holds her Certified Financial Planner® designation, which is the standard of excellence in financial planning. Jill currently resides in Alpharetta, GA.

About Eric Woodson

Eric Woodson is a Planning Associate at Morgan Stanley providing dedicated financial planning support to Financial Advisors and their teams. Operating as an extension of the FA/Team, he collaborates with clients to discover and define goals that matter most to them. Leveraging state of the art technology, he will evaluate various options and their potential outcomes to help clients confidently choose the appropriate course of action. Eric provides expertise across a wide suite of Morgan Stanley planning tools designed to assist in the areas of investment accumulation, retirement, education, major purchase, cash flow, risk management, tax efficiency, and wealth transfer planning.

He earned his undergraduate degree from Stockton University and received the Financial Planning Specialist® designation from the College for Financial Planning. Eric is originally from Summit, New Jersey and currently resides in Westfield, New Jersey.
Important information about your relationship with your Financial Advisor and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC when using a Financial Planning tool. When your Financial Advisor prepares a Financial Plan, they will act in an investment advisory capacity for thirty (30) days after the delivery of your Financial Plan. To understand the differences between brokerage and advisory relationships, you should consult your Financial Advisor, or review our “Understanding Your Brokerage and Investment Advisory Relationships,” brochure available at https://www.morganstanley.com/wealth-relationshipwithms/pdfs/understandingyourrelationship.pdf.

You have sole responsibility for making all investment decisions with respect to the implementation of a Financial Plan. You may implement the Financial Plan at Morgan Stanley or at another firm. If you engage or have engaged Morgan Stanley, it will act as your broker, unless you ask it, in writing, to act as your investment adviser on any particular account.

Morgan 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.

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, charitable giving, philanthropic planning and other legal matters.

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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
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
Are You Prepared for Tax Day?
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Are You Prepared for Tax Day?

The countdown to Tax Day has begun. Here are some strategies to consider as the deadline approaches.

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.

Financial Wellness

Enhancing Financial Wellness enables your workforce to do their best work. Companies that invest in financial wellness have an opportunity to:
  • Reduce employee stress,
  • Improve retention and engagement, and
  • Set themselves apart by offering comprehensive financial wellness benefits.
The Business Case for a Financially Resilient Workforce
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The Business Case for a Financially Resilient Workforce

In the face of turbulent markets, the word “resilience” may be top of mind. Broadly speaking, resilience is the ability to “bounce back” when encountering life’s inevitable challenges.
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1Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is the trade name of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, a registered broker-dealer in the United States.

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2Investors should consider many factors before deciding which 529 plan is appropriate. Some of these factors include: the Plan’s investment options and the historical investment performance of these options, the Plan’s flexibility and features, the reputation and expertise of the Plan’s investment manager, Plan contribution limits and the federal and state tax benefits associated with an investment in the Plan. Some states, for example, offer favorable tax treatment and other benefits to their residents only if they invest in the state’s own Qualified Tuition Program. Investors should determine their home state’s tax treatment of 529 plans when considering whether to choose an in-state or out-of-state plan. Investors should consult with their tax or legal advisor before investing in any 529 Plan or contact their state tax division for more information. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC does not provide tax and/or legal advice. Investors should review a Program Disclosure Statement, which contains more information on investment options, risk factors, fees and expenses and possible tax consequences.

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3Annuities are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.

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4Alternative 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.

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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 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.

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6Morgan 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, charitable giving, philanthropic planning and other legal matters.

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7Fixed Income investing entails credit risks and interest rate risks. When interest rates rise, bond prices generally fall.

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8Morgan 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

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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.

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10When 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.

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11Morgan 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.

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12Structured Investments are complex and not appropriate for all investors. An investment in structured investments involves risks. These risks can include but are not limited to: fluctuations in the price, level or yield of underlying asset(s), interest rates, currency values and credit quality, substantial loss of principal, limits on participation in appreciation of underlying asset(s), limited liquidity, credit risk, and/or conflicts of interest. Many structured investments do not pay interest or guarantee a return above principal at maturity. Investors should read the security’s offering documentation prior to making an investment decision.

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