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On Episode 20 of The Wealth Cast, Apollo Lupescu discusses 2020's financial wildness. He stresses that having a financial plan based in solid principles was the key in 2020—a year that ended up being a net gain for the financial markets. Apollo highlights the importance of advisors who do not merely facilitate, but keep a consistent message and theme, even in the face of a crisis like COVID, in order to best benefit their clients. Get the full show notes and more resources at https://TheWealthCast.com

On Episode 19 of The Wealth Cast, the tables are turned! Charles is introduced by Tina Dietz, CEO and Founder of Twin Flames Studios, which produces The Wealth Cast. They discuss big news, the merger of Independence Advisors with Modera Wealth Management as of the beginning of 2021, and Chas shares many stories, including his trip to Germany on behalf of Dimensional Fund Advisors where he gave presentations in German... and more. Get the full show notes and more resources at https://TheWealthCast.com 

The 2020 election has come and gone, which means uncertainty about the changing tax landscape. Michael McBratnie joins Chas to discuss what-if scenarios based on the Georgia runoff elections, as well as potential changes that may be occurring in tax law in 2021 and beyond and some ways to prepare for them. Get the full show notes and more resources at https://TheWealthCast.com 

Scott Addis of Beyond Insurance joins Chas to discuss his Growth Mindset Index, an important tool and key for personal and business growth. The five elements of a growth mindset are: Passion, emotional intelligence, drive, gratitude, and resilience. Scott also identifies three types of people relative to growth mindset: The quitter, the camper, and the climber, and how important it is to surround yourself with the latter of the three. Get the full show notes and more resources at TheWealthCast.com 

The current tax environment presents a unique opportunity for savvy personal investors to diversify their holdings and minimize their tax liabilities, especially given the uncertainty of future tax law. Chas Boinske and Pat Runyen talk with Rachel Kieser of Drucker & Scaccetti about the possibilities Roth IRA conversions may provide and discuss two example scenarios to help illuminate what might otherwise be a murky investment picture. Get the full show notes and more resources at TheWealthCast.com