Episodes

2023’s market forecasts were dark, but the markets kept out of the shadows. Let’s take a look at what we think 2024 may look like. This week on Red Carpet Retirement, Adam Scott reflects on 2023’s financial market outlook. Looking forward into 2024, he talks about the potential impact of the Federal Reserve’s policies, inflation, and interest rates, as well as how the upcoming presidential election might influence market dynamics. Adam also touches on the recent performance of stocks and bonds, ...

Are you looking for ways to maximize your tax-advantaged retirement savings bucket? (In other words, a savings bucket where both growth and withdrawals are tax-free!) A mega backdoor Roth 401(k) might be what you need. This week, Adam Scott, CFP®, delves into the ins and outs of a mega-backdoor Roth 401(k), a financial maneuver that can potentially help you supercharge your retirement savings. You will also learn how an IRA is different from a 401(k) account, and ways to optimize your retirement...

There are many benefits to Roth conversions. But beware! Don’t step on a land mine when implementing that can blow your finances up! In this episode, Adam introduces his new co-host, Patrice Sikora, before discussing the benefits of Roth conversions. They highlight how these conversions can help reduce taxable income and potentially avoid higher taxes and higher Medicare premiums in retirement. Adam also discusses the impact of Roth conversions on financial aid for college and the importance of ...

We’re not here to spread alarm but to unravel the intricate web of challenges and transformations reshaping the commercial real estate sector. Join us for an in-depth exploration of what’s causing the downtown commercial real estate Armageddon and what it means for the future of these urban landscapes. In this episode, Adam Scott, CFP® discusses the current real estate environment and potential challenges in the market. As the conversation weaves through these market dynamics, Adam reflects on t...

When it comes to financial advisory, finding the right balance between innovation and caution is crucial. With the rise of data and technology, risk analysis software has become a popular tool for guiding investment strategies. But should we rely on this software? What are the risks of doing so? In this episode, Adam Scott explores the world of risk analysis software in the financial advisory industry. He uncovers the misuse of the software by some advisors who manipulate them to present past pe...

Real Estate values always go up, right? In this episode, Adam provides an in-depth analysis of the future of rental properties. They dismantle the perception of real estate as a guaranteed win, exploring the pros and cons, tax implications, financial intricacies, and potential challenges of managing rental properties. Throughout the episode, Adam covers: The key benefits of real estate investment, such as cash flow, appreciation, leverage, and tax advantages The benefits of the 1031 Exchange an...

We’ve received a lot of questions about real estate and Adam Scott addresses them in this two-part real state series. In this episode, Adam talks about real estate across America and how the future may differ from what we’ve seen happen historically. He goes over what’s going on with the housing market, whether it’s a good time to buy or sell, how taxes can affect the housing market, and what tax strategies you can use to minimize your real estate taxes. Adam discusses: The current state of the...

Medicare doesn’t cover long-term care. If you thought it did or haven’t purchased long-term care insurance for any other reason, Adam has 10 things for you to think about before you make your final decision. In this episode, Adam Scott, CFP®, introduces a dear friend of his, Jennifer Burnham-Grubbs, Founder of Quantum Insurance Services and Women Of Wealth, to go over 10 things you should know about long-term care insurance. Adam introduces the list with a personal story about his family’s exper...

Why did the CPA cross the road? To get to the other side of the balance sheet. In this episode, Adam sheds light on a crucial topic that concerns many individuals and businesses: how to find a GREAT CPA. Adam discusses the questions you should be asking and takes you through eight essential steps that will help you identify and select the right tax professional for you. Adam discusses: The 8 steps you should take to find a great CPA Why it’s difficult to find a great CPA Why price shouldn’t be ...

For business owners and freelancers in entertainment, this is an episode you won’t want to miss! CPAs look through the rearview mirror at where you have been. Good Financial Planners help you navigate the route ahead. In this episode, Adam Scott, CFP®, provides 5 valuable wealth-building insights and practical tax-saving strategies that CPAs often don’t know or overlook. Listen in as Adam unpacks these strategies to help you achieve greater financial flexibility to pursue your dreams and enjoy y...

Spice up your retirement planning with the Secure Act 2.0’s hottest benefit strategies. Retirement planning may not sound like the sexiest topic, but the Secure Act 2.0 is changing that. In this episode, Adam discusses several benefit strategies that employers, retirees, pre-retirees, and even younger employees can take advantage of, and they’re anything but boring. Adam discusses: The benefit strategies that retirees and pre-retirees can take advantage of How business owners can take advantage...

Estate planning isn’t a fun topic of conversation, but it’s more important than you might think. Don’t miss these 10 common mistakes. In this episode, Adam Scott shares 10 of the most significant estate planning mistakes. He explains what they are and how to avoid them! He also drives the lessons home with a few stories about instances of these snafus. Adam discusses: What the 10 biggest estate planning mistakes are Why some of these mistakes are easily overlooked Why the most important mistake...

Finding a financial advisor can be difficult. Just because they are likable doesn’t mean they will be excellent at taking care of you. How can you tell the difference? In this episode, Adam shares 10 of the most important questions everyone should ask their financial advisor, especially if they are in the interview process, to find out if the financial advisor will actually help them, how they’ll help, or if the advisor will put their own interests first. Adam discusses: Why it’s important to a...

Taxes are something everyone could save money on by properly implementing tax strategies, but many of those strategies can easily be overlooked. In this episode, Adam highlights the top 8 tax oversights CPAs and clients make. He explains how these overlooked strategies can save clients tons of money unnecessarily spent on taxes and he emphasizes the importance of having tax returns double-checked by a financial advisor before submitting them. Adam discusses: What itemized deductions are, but ...

The end of the tax year is rapidly approaching, and we have 10 tips to help you minimize your taxes. In this episode, Adam shares his Top 10 year-end tax tips as the end of 2022 nears. He talks about Roth conversions, why and when it’s a great strategy to reduce taxes, and how it works. Adding to Roth conversions, Adam shares a few stories about putting Roth conversions into practice and finishes with a speedy roundup of nine other great year-end tax strategies. Adam discusses: What a Roth conv...

We help reduce risk, enhance returns and create more certainty with our 90-10 Investment Process™ and our 5 Investment Pillars. Previously, we talked about pillars 1-3. Today, we wrap up our philosophy with pillars 4 and 5. In this episode, Adam Scott, CFP®, elaborates on the 90-10 Investment Process™ with a recap of pillars 1-3 before diving into pillars 4 and 5. Adam unpacks the bucket investment strategy and shares a story explaining how the different types of buckets can be utilized. Adam t...

Many intelligent people invest inefficiently, or worse, they make catastrophic investment mistakes. They don’t know what they don’t know. At WellAcre, we help minimize risk, enhance returns and create more certainty with our patented 90-10 investment Process™ and our 5 Investment Pillars. In this episode, Adam introduces WellAcre Wealth Management’s 90-10 Investment Process™, goes over the 5 Investment Pillars, and elaborates on the first three in-depth. Don’t hesitate to contact Adam Scott, CF...

What is it like to work with WellAcre Wealth Management, LLC, and how do they make work optional? In this episode, Adam Scott, CFP®, describes the Red Carpet Experience of working with WellAcre Wealth Management. Adam covers the significance of being a fee-only financial planner and the importance of their patented Lunar Landing Wealth Management Formula™. Adam goes over what someone can expect when they call the office to arrange a meeting with him and describes the Lunar Landing Formula, desi...

Here at Red Carpet Retirement™, we help Make Work Optional™ for successful pre-retirees and retirees by helping to enhance and secure their financial future. We do our best work with business owners and highly successful individuals from the entertainment and creative industries. Listen and learn today! In this first episode, Adam Scott, CFP®, starts his podcast with stories about his experiences in the entertainment industry and how he got into the financial services industry. Adam shares what...