Sue van der Linden Senior VP, Financial Advisor at Morgan Stanley

09/03/2026

08/20/2026

Behind every financial plan is a team of people committed to listening carefully, coordinating thoughtfully, and helping clients make informed decisions with greater clarity.

At Bluestone Planning Group, we work with individuals and families whose financial lives are complex – but whose goals are deeply personal. Our work brings together investment management, tax-aware planning, estate and legacy considerations, liquidity, philanthropy, and the relationships that make a plan meaningful. Over the next few posts, we will introduce you to the people behind the planning.

08/10/2026

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08/06/2026

I recently returned from a short trip to New York, where one of my first stops was picking up a few bags of M&Ms for the office. A small gesture, but one that comes with a big thank you.

While I was away, the team didn't miss a beat -- supporting clients, keeping things moving, and making sure everything stayed on track. That kind of reliability ad ownership is what makes all the difference, especially in our business.

It's easy to focus on results, but moments like this are a good reminder: great teams are built on trust, consistency, and having each other's backs. Appreciate you all!

08/03/2026

This year has been full in all the best (and busiest) ways -- but one thing I haven't had nearly enough of is saddle time.

Riding has always been more than just a hobby for me. It's where I reset, refocus, and reconnect with a different kind of discipline and presence. And lately, I've really felt the absence of that space.

Between a packed work schedule, travel demands, and everything else life has thrown in, the barn has had to take a back seat more often than I'd like. If you ride, you understand -- there's nothing quite like it, and nothing that really replaces it.

The good news is I'm already looking ahead. I'm hopeful to spend part of the upcoming season in Florida, where I can be more intentional about making riding a priority again -- especially during those winter months when the DC weather isn't exactly working in our favor.

Sometimes balance doesn't mean doing everything at once -- it just means knowing what matters and making your way back to it.

Looking forward to more time in the saddle soon...

07/31/2026

On a recent trip to New York, I finally saw Chicago on Broadway -- one of those iconic productions that has stood the test of time -- and it more than lived up to its reputation.

One performance in particular stood out: sharp, crisp, and completely embodying the precision and discipline of Bob Fosse's choreography. Every movement was intentionl. Nothing wasted. Nothing out of place.

It struck me how much that level of ex*****on mirrors what we strive for in financial planning and wealth management. At its best, our work should feel just as seamless to a client as a perfectly choreographed number looks to an audience. Behind the scenes, there is structure, discipline, and constant refinement. The details matter -- timing, coordination, knowing when to step forward and when to hold position.

Strong financial planning is not about constant motion or complexity for its own sake. It is about clarity, precision, and purposeful action. Like great choreography, it requires a clear vision, thoughtful design, and the ability to adapt without losing the integrity of the overall plan.

And when it all comes together well, it looks effortless -- even though we all know how much effort sits beneath the surface.

Appreciating that kind of mastery, whether on stage or in our profession, is always a good reminder of the standard we aim to deliver every day.

07/28/2026

Every now and then, I splurge on a morning pastry. It's warm, slightly imperfect, and meant to be shared. And it has more in common with financial planning than you might think. So grab your coffee, and stay with me...

There is structure: the discipline of saving and investing works like the dough creating the framework. But what gives it meaning and flavor are the fillings -- your goals, your family, your experiences.

And like the fruit and spices that spill beyond the edges, life rarely stays neat. Markets shift. Families evolve. The messiness isn't a flaw -- it's part of the richness.

So choose something new -- whether it's a strategy, a conversation, or an experience. It all adds depth to the plan.

Because the goals isn't perfection. It's building a life where structure supports possibility. And where the best moments are often the ones that taste the best.