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Part 2: Are you ready for a 30% Market Decline? (Pay Attention to Valuations, Not Headlines) (Ep. 33)

Part 2: Are you ready for a 30% Market Decline? (Pay Attention to Valuations, Not Headlines) (Ep. 33)

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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 a potential 30% (or even 50%) drawdown, Adam goes beyond emotional readiness and unpacks one of the most misunderstood tools in modern investing: valuation metrics.

🔍 Spoiler alert: If your portfolio doesn’t factor in CAPE ratios, you may be flying blind.

🎧 Adam dives into:

✅ The mental prep investors need when headlines start screaming and prices start falling

✅ Why the CAPE ratio (Cyclically Adjusted P/E) isn’t just academic—it’s your market compass

✅ How historically high P/E ratios should inform—not terrify—your allocation decisions

✅ Building a portfolio that doesn’t just grow—but endures storms and thrives after

✅ Asset classes that offer better value right now, including overlooked international and bond opportunities

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Are You Ready for a 30% US Stock Market Decline? (Ep. 32)

Are You Ready for a 30% US Stock Market Decline? (Ep. 32)

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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 and discussing the importance of mindset and a well-planned portfolio. Adam shares real-life anecdotes and valuable insights that challenge the knee-jerk reactions to headline-grabbing news events. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of why unexpected events, like AI’s influence on the market or significant political trends, can be opportunities in disguise… whilst the real dangers may lurk beyond the headlines… and how to protect yourself from them.

Adam discusses: 

  • The reality of unexpected market downturns and how to handle them [00:00:54]
  • The dangers of reacting to headline news and its fleeting nature [00:03:15]
  • Why mindset matters more than market predictions [00:09:14]
  • How market declines can benefit your portfolio [00:14:24]
  • Understanding valuations and their important role in investment decisions [00:18:42]
  • And more!

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Examining The Financial Impacts of a Trump Presidency – Part 2 (Ep. 30)

Examining The Financial Impacts of a Trump Presidency – Part 2 (Ep. 30)

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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 decisions and focuses on sustainable financial strategies.

Key takeaways include: 

  • The implications of extending the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act and its effect on individual and corporate tax rates
  • The role of the federal deficit and potential challenges of rising interest rates on national debt management
  • How deregulation policies could influence corporate profitability and stock market performance
  • Investment opportunities in sectors such as cryptocurrency, energy, and bonds in light of economic shifts
  • The importance of focusing on investment fundamentals rather than letting political biases influence financial decisions
  • And more!

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