Another season of Morgan Stanley’s award-winning podcast What Should I Do With My Money? is on its way. Tune in for a sneak peek into real conversations between our new slate of guests paired with experienced Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors.

You have big dreams. Can you double your net worth in a year? Can you afford your dream home? And can you do it all while providing financial stability for your family? Listen as Genesis speaks with a Financial Advisor about strategic planning and setting achievable goals.

At a young age, Pradeep and his brother were sent to the United States by their parents to pursue a better life, leaving behind their family in India. His parents' sacrifice instilled a deep appreciation for financial responsibility. Now engaged and planning for a family, Pradeep desires financial security for his future children. But is he on the right path to be the provider he wants to be? In this episode of What Should I Do With My Money?, listen in as Pradeep learns the fundamentals from Ramiro, a Morgan Stanley Financial Advisor, to set him on course to provide for his future family, prepare for retirement and even start his own business one day. For more information about this episode and the topics covered, check out our episode page www.morganstanley.com/mymoney. Connect with a Morgan Stanley Financial Advisor here.   This material has been prepared for educational purposes only. It 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”) recommends that investors independently evaluate particular investments and strategies, and encourages investors to seek the advice of a Morgan Stanley Financial Advisor. The appropriateness of a particular investment or strategy will depend on an investor’s individual circumstances and objectives. 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 be acting in an investment advisory capacity with respect to 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 Smith Barney LLC 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 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. Apple®, the Apple logo, iPhone®, iPad®, and iPad Air® are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the US and other countries. Apple Pay® and iPad mini® are trademarks of Apple Inc. App Store® is a service mark of Apple Inc. Insurance products are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates. © 2024 Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC. Member SIPC. CRC# 3715892 (07/2024)  

What if you suddenly come into major wealth? Would you spend it on luxuries? Not Claire–she wants to give it away to help save the planet. Listen as Claire speaks with a Financial Advisor to learn how her money can make an impact.

Jacob has confidently and competently managed his own money since he was a young adult and has a healthy skepticism for how a Financial Advisor would add value for him. But as his wealth grows, he tells us “I don’t know what I don’t know.” Listen as Jacob’s conversation with a Financial Advisor sheds light on exactly how he might benefit from experienced outside help.

Your company stock is doing well. Very well. But is holding such a concentrated position the right strategy for you? Especially when your goal is building generational wealth for your family? Listen as Maxwell talks with a Financial Advisor about investing for the future generations.

There’s more to consider than flower arrangements and food courses before your wedding day, it’s also important to think about how to manage money as a couple. The big questions on fiancés Natalie and David’s minds are whether they should join finances and sign a prenup agreement before they say, “I do”.

What would you like to hear in our upcoming season? Do you have any financial questions you’ve always wanted to ask? Our Financial Advisors at Morgan Stanley are ready to help. Send your thoughts to mymoney@morganstanley.com.

Victoria is recently divorced and looking after her own money again for the first time in a while. What should she do to plan for this next chapter in her life?

Turning 30 can push some to prioritize longer-term financial goals, like homeownership. But that track isn’t for everyone. Listen in as our guest gets answers from a Financial Advisor.

Dennis lost big in the 90’s dot com bust, leaving him with serious trust issues around investing. Can he overcome his fear to get on track for a comfortable retirement? Listen in as a Financial Advisor offers reassurance.

After his guitar business fails, Brad gets guidance from a Financial Advisor to tackle his hefty debt and rebuild his nest egg without putting his and his wife’s financial future at risk.

With a baby on the way, Amanda and Gavin, grapple with new expenses and life/work in their small condo. Can they afford a bigger house? Listen in as they get answers from a Financial Advisor.

A formerly debt-burdened single mom now runs a high-earning consulting practice. Now that she’s in her 40s, can she catch up on investing for her family’s future? Listen to our guest get answers from a Financial Advisor.

After growing up on a tight budget, Louisa was shocked to find that her mother was sitting on millions. She has tons of questions – and anxiety – about her newfound wealth. Listen in as she gets answers from a Financial Advisor.

Hear how our guests tackle their biggest financial questions about investments, retirement, home ownership and more with the help of a Morgan Stanley Financial Advisor.