The Get Ready For The Future Show

Fastest Four: Stop Holding Your Breath

Latest CPI report reveals surprising trends: December inflation at 2.9% YoY, with core CPI steady at 3.3%. Investors remain cautious. Join Scott Inman for insights on:
Goods vs. services inflation contrast
Significance of the Fed’s 2% target
Consumer behavior driving service sector prices
Inflation’s impact on your financial future
Discover why inflation data still shapes markets in 2025, beyond the 2022 peak, and learn the real story behind the numbers and their personal economic significance.
For charts and more episode information, visit: https://getreadyforthefuture.com/inflation-still-keeps-wall-street-up-at-night/

GRFTFS: Starting a Business & Retirement Plan

"What do you recommend if I'm starting my own business, but don't want to fall behind in retirement planning?" We're answering YOUR questions on this week's Get Ready For The Future Show!
What are your predictions for the economy for this upcoming year? How do I know when to take Social Security?  I recently reached $1 million across my investments. What’s the next step for me?
And if you've got a question you want answered on the show, call or text 501.381.5228! Or email your question to show@getreadyforthefuture.com!
Originally aired 1/8/2025

Fastest Four: Hold Strong in 2025

Can the S&P 500’s winning streak continue in 2025? Wall Street predicts a 12% gain, but history shows market experts are often wrong. In this week’s Fastest Four Minutes in Finance, Scott explains:
Wall Street’s ambitious 2025 price targets
The surprising truth about back-to-back 20% market gains
Why analyst predictions have missed the mark 90% of the time since 2016
The secret to successful long-term investing
Discover why short-term predictions don’t matter and learn how long-term investment strategies can help you reach your financial goals. Perfect for investors after two consecutive years of 20% returns. 
For charts and more episode information, visit: https://getreadyforthefuture.com/why-experts-are-wrong/

GRFTFS: Best of 2024 Pt. 2

Happy New Year from the Get Ready for the Future Show! As we kick off the new year, we're answering your best and most popular questions of 2024!
And if you've got a question you want answered on the show, call or text 501.381.5228! Or email your question to show@getreadyforthefuture.com!
Originally aired 1/1/2025

Fastest Four: Pragmatic Optimism

In this Fastest Four, Scott’s bringing the latest 2025 economic and market forecasts from LPL Research. Learn why strategists predict GDP growth slowing, unemployment rising, and moderate stock returns after 2 impressive years. Discover inflation trends, interest rate expectations, and historical insights into third-year bull markets. Ideal for quick, data-driven market insights.
For charts and more episode information, visit: https://getreadyforthefuture.com/2025-market-outlook-will-stocks-keep-soaring/

GRFTFS: Best of 2024 Pt. 1

Merry Christmas from the Get Ready for the Future Show! As we get ready to wrap up the year, we're answering your best and most popular questions of 2024!
And if you've got a question you want answered on the show, call or text 501.381.5228! Or email your question to show@getreadyforthefuture.com!
Originally aired 12/25/2024

Fastest Four: RMD & QCD

In this week’s Fastest Four, we’ll dive into the latest rules for Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) and explore how Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) can help you lighten your tax load. We’ll cover new RMD age requirements, ways to avoid costly penalties, and the limits for QCD in 2024-2025. Plus, we’ll share some smart retirement withdrawal strategies. This episode is perfect for retirees and those approaching RMD age. 
And for charts and more episode info, head over to: https://getreadyforthefuture.com/rmd-and-qcd-explained/

GRFTFS: Order of Investing for 2025?

"I’m trying to prepare for the new year well. What’s the best order of investing for 2025?" We're answering YOUR questions on this week's Get Ready For The Future Show!
What kind of estate planning do I need to do to be sure all my stuff is in order before the new year if possible? Should I claim Social Security early and go ahead and get my benefit or should I delay? I’m planning to retire next year. What steps should I take to make sure I don’t outspend my budget?
And if you've got a question you want answered on the show, call or text 501.381.5228! Or email your question to show@getreadyforthefuture.com!
Originally aired 12/18/2024

Fastest Four: S&P 500 Showing Weakness?

With the markets pulling back last week, investors are left wondering: will the annual Santa Claus rally show up this year? John Shrewsbury, filling in for Scott Inman, breaks down market trends, small business optimism, and a possible bear case as we approach 2025.
And for charts and more episode information, visit: https://getreadyforthefuture.com/will-the-santa-claus-rally-save-the-markets/

GRFTFS: What's Best - Will or Trust?

"Which is best: a will or trust for man and wife with less than $2 million net worth with three children?" We're answering YOUR questions on this week's Get Ready For The Future Show!
What’s your opinion of the Arkansas Public Employee Retirement System? I’m 65, retired and own my home. What should I do with $150,000 I want to invest? With interest rates stabilizing, should I consider adjusting my investment strategy?
And if you've got a question you want answered on the show, call or text 501.381.5228! Or email your question to show@getreadyforthefuture.com!
Originally aired 12/11/2024