Red Carpet Retirement™
Welcome to Red Carpet Retirement™ with Adam Scott from WellAcre Wealth Management, LLC. In this podcast, we provide strategies and tools so those in the entertainment and creative industries can achieve greater financial and retirement security. We help make work optional so you only work when you want on the projects you love, with the people you like. Join us for this journey where we explore financial planning for creatives and business owners within the entertainment industry as Adam draws from years of expertise and guest experts to increase your certainty of a Red Carpet Retirement.
Episodes
June 17, 2025 • 43 mins
When the credits roll on your first career, what’s next? For midlife professionals—especially those in entertainment, reinvention is not just possible, it’s essential. In this episode, Adam Scott, CFP®, continues his conversation with Liz Mohler to explore career pivot options for midlife professionals. They unpack how changing industries can be rewarding, and they break down …
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May 20, 2025 • 35 mins
Life has a way of pushing us toward reinvention, but how do we embrace change and make it work for us? How can we turn uncertainty into opportunity and transition into a career that reflects our passions and values? In this episode, Adam Scott, CFP®, talks with career coach Liz Mohler, M.S., PCC, about the …
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In a climate where volatility is the price of admission to long-term wealth, are you truly prepared—not just emotionally, but structurally—for a significant market downturn? This week on Red Carpet Retirement, Adam Scott, CFP®, takes us deeper into the mindset and math that drives resilient investment strategies. Building on the theme of being ready for …
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March 18, 2025 • 24 mins
How would you react if the US stock market suddenly dipped by 30% or even 50%? The unpredictability of financial markets can be intimidating, but fear not—there are ways to prepare and to protect your portfolio. Join host Adam Scott, CFP® as he dives into the volatile world of market declines, addressing common investor fears …
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February 17, 2025 • 40 mins
How can Entertainment Industry members best ensure financial stability in retirement? Understand how the Motion Picture Industry and Health Plans work as this episode explores the benefits, strategies, and vital decisions shaping retirement for industry members. Adam Scott, CFP® interviews David Asplund, CEO of the Motion Picture Pension and Health Plan, who explains the robust …
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January 21, 2025 • 24 mins
Do political changes redefine financial strategies, or do fundamentals remain king? This episode of Red Carpet Retirement delves into the potential impacts of Trump’s policies on investments, taxes, and the economy. Adam Scott discusses tax cuts, corporate profits, interest rates, and their influence on the national deficit. He also emphasizes separating political views from portfolio …
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December 17, 2024 • 23 mins
From tariffs to immigration, the implications of a Trump presidency ripple through economic policy and investment strategies. What does this mean for your portfolio? In this episode of Red Carpet Retirement, Adam Scott analyzes the potential investment and economic effects of the newly re-elected Trump administration. He dissects key topics such as tariffs, immigration policies, …
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November 20, 2024 • 27 mins
Life insurance products are often marketed as essential tools for financial planning, but are they really the best solution for everyone? How do popular strategies like Infinite Banking and Rich Man’s Roth measure up for real retirement security? What financial moves make sense as you age and your financial needs shift? In this episode of …
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October 15, 2024 • 23 mins
With the Social Security Trust Fund potentially running out by 2035, should you claim your benefits now or wait for a better payout? Let’s address the reality behind Social Security’s future and its impact on your retirement plans. In this episode, Adam Scott talks about the complexities of Social Security, exploring the imminent depletion of …
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September 17, 2024 • 17 mins
Do you struggle with investment decisions during election years? Discover the three worst mistakes you should avoid to keep your portfolio safe. In this episode of Red Carpet Retirement, Adam addresses the three biggest investment blunders investors make during election years. You’ll learn some shocking statistics about market performance during election cycles, why sitting in …
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August 20, 2024 • 27 mins
Do you know if your online banking details are truly secure? Today on Red Carpet Retirement, Adam addresses the alarming rise in sophisticated online financial frauds and discusses ten crucial ways to protect yourself. From phishing and vishing to smishing and pharming, you’ll understand the different tactics used by cyber criminals and learn the best …
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July 9, 2024 • 26 mins
Americans lost $13BN to fraud in 2023. Young adults are particularly vulnerable – along with the elderly – as social engineering becomes increasingly sophisticated. Don’t think it can’t happen to you. Today on Red Carpet Retirement, Adam Scott, CFP® delves into the concerning rise of financial fraud and offers practical tools to help safeguard against …
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June 11, 2024 • 26 mins
Avoid costly CPA mistakes on your current or next tax return! Today on Red Carpet Retirement, Adam talks about common but unintended mistakes CPAs make. Our discussion isn’t about pointing fingers but rather about uncovering common oversights in the filing process, how they happen, and, most importantly, how you can avoid being caught by surprise …
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May 14, 2024 • 30 mins
What shook the stock market and economy in Q1 of 2024? Dive into this episode for an insightful quarterly wrap-up! In this episode, Adam dissects the impactful first quarter of 2024, analyzing stock market shifts, economic trends, and a surprising twist on the usual recession predictions. He unravels the events that led to one of …
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April 23, 2024 • 37 mins
What’s the secret to raising financially and mentally healthy young adults? This is never easy, and for wealthy families it can be particularly challenging. This week on Red Carpet Retirement, Adam Scott, CFP® teams up with Liz Mohler, an esteemed ICF-accredited career and life coach, to explore the complex but crucial topic of raising financially …
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March 12, 2024 • 36 mins
They say retirement is like a second childhood—except this time, you’re the one in charge! It’s time to set new goals! This week on Red Carpet Retirement, Adam speaks with Liz Mohler, an esteemed ICF-accredited career and life coach, about setting goals in retirement. While focusing on the importance of goal setting and finding purpose, …
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February 20, 2024 • 25 mins
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, …
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January 23, 2024 • 30 mins
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 …
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December 12, 2023 • 25 mins
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 …
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November 14, 2023 • 26 mins
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 …
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