What is your philosophy on what it means to be a financial advisory practice?rWe believe: Clear and consistent communication is paramount; our word is our bond; in transparency; investments should not be driven by emotion; CNBC will not change our plan; process and procedure are cornerstone; in managing debt as well as equity; diversification is a key to reducing risk.
What is the process you take each customer through?rWe take each client through the 13 Wealth Management Issues. 1. Investment Issues 2. Insurance Issues 3. Liability Issues 4. Qualified Retirement Plan Issues 5. Stock Option Issues 6. Business Succession Issues 7. Durable Power of Attorney/Will 8. Gifting to Children/Descendant Issues 9. Charitable Gifting Before and After Death 10. Title of Assets Issues 11. Executor Trustee Issues 12. Distribution of Wealth 13. Charitable Inclinations at Death.
In your own words, describe your practiceās financial planning process.rThe Welsh Group has a defined financial planning process.Ā We start with the 13 Wealth Management Issues.Ā After discovering clientsā current and long term needs and positions, we drill down on areas that need work and then provide solutions for those issues.Ā After implementation, we continually monitor plans to make sure we are on track to achieve goals and expectations.
How is your team different?rWe design, implement, and maintain comprehensive financial solutions for clients with complex financial needs. These clients are business owners, executives, and retirees with those backgrounds. Our unique service model monitors every aspect of the tailored financial plan for each client, including investing, insurance, lending services, and estate planning strategies. We ensure adjustments are made in order to maintain the course of action agreed upon to accomplish every goal set forth in that plan.
What are the responsibilities of each individual on the team?rKevinās focus is in the capital markets. He buys and sells all of the fixed income for the client portfolios. Along with Patrick, he designs and develops individual strategies for client portfolios. Patrick is a CFPĀ®. He and Kevin collaborate on plan design and strategy for each client. Patrick is in charge of implementation and maintenance of the investments and financial plan. Dawn is in charge of all aspects of administration in our practice. Morgan Stanley invests hundreds of millions in capital every day and provides access to the markets, research, private placements, alternative investments, insurance, and lending services. This access helps us implement our clientsā plans and achieve their definition of success.
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC. Member SIPC.Ā Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Inc. owns the certification marks CFPĀ®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNERā¢ and federally registered CFP (with flame design) in the U.S., which it awards to individuals who successfully complete CFP Boardās initial and ongoing certification requirements. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC offers insurance products in conjunction with its licensed insurance agency affiliates.Ā Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (āMorgan Stanleyā), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice.
The Welsh Group at Morgan Stanleyr13625 California St., Ste. 400rOmaha, NE 68154r402-399-1541rmorganstanleyfa.com/thewelshgroup