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

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 Resources:  Are You Ready for a 30% US Stock Market Decline? (Ep. 32) Connect with Adam Scott, CFP®:  LinkedIn: Adam Scott LinkedIn: WellAcre Wealth WellAcreWealth.com Phone: [phone]