Jet Setting Wealth Advisory

Want to make sure your family is prepared for the financial realities that come with aging? On the latest Jet Setting Wealth Advisory, David T. Yu speaks with Trina McWilliams, Founder of Trusted Direction and Americas Controller at Accenture I&CP, LLC, for a meaningful conversation on financial support for older adults and the families who care for them. Inspired by her own family’s experience, T...

Want more flexibility when selling an investment property? On this episode of Jet Setting Wealth Advisory, David T. Yu speaks with Dave Foster, founder of The 1031 Investor and a qualified intermediary for 1031 exchanges, for a practical conversation on tax-efficient real estate investing. Dave shares how 1031 exchanges, Section 121 primary residence planning, partial exchanges, and Delaware statu...

Want to understand the tax and compliance issues before buying an aircraft? On this episode of Jet Setting Wealth Advisory, David T. Yu speaks with Letisha Sailor, founder of AvTax Advisors, for a practical conversation on aviation tax law, aircraft ownership, FAA compliance, and IRS audit risk. With more than 20 years of experience in aviation tax and accounting, Letisha explains why aircraft own...

Thinking about relocating for tax reasons? It’s not as simple as counting days on a calendar. On this week's Jet Setting Wealth Advisory, David T. Yu speaks with Tina Azarvand Esq., Managing Partner of Azarvand Tax Law, about the little-known tax structure of the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands and why residency, domicile, and intent matter far more than most people realize. Tina expl...

Want to stop treating your business, taxes, and legal planning like separate conversations? On this episode of Jet Setting Wealth Advisory, David T. Yu speaks with Chris Papin, founder of Papin CPA and Papin Law, about why business owners struggle when tax, legal, insurance, and financial planning are handled in silos. Chris shares how his dual background as both a CPA and an attorney allows him t...

Want to avoid costly tax mistakes with your aircraft ownership? On the latest Jet Setting Wealth Advisory, David T. Yu speaks with Ryan DeMoor, Head of Aviation Tax at MySky, for an in-depth conversation about aviation tax strategy, compliance, and the critical mistakes aircraft owners and operators often make. Ryan shares how his unique background as both an airline pilot and aviation tax expert...

Want to stop treating taxes like something that just happens to you? On today's episode of Jet Setting Wealth Advisory, David T. Yu speaks with Robert Keller and Edward Lyon of Excel Empire, for a practical conversation on proactive tax planning, alternative investing, and reducing tax liability through forward-looking strategies. Ed shares why many successful people mistakenly assume their accoun...

Want to improve your relationship with money and reduce financial stress? On this episode of Jet Setting Wealth Advisory, David T. Yu speaks with Tari Vickery, author of The Emotional Side of Money, for a powerful conversation on how emotions, upbringing, and personal experiences shape financial behavior. With over 25 years of experience working closely with families, Tari shares how money decisio...

Want to make smarter business decisions with your financial data? On this episode of Jet Setting Wealth Advisory, David T. Yu speaks with Tevia Hoalst, owner and CEO of TeKoda Accounting, for a powerful conversation on financial clarity, cash flow, and strategic decision-making for business owners. With over 15 years of experience, Tevia shares how shifting from reactive bookkeeping to proactive f...

Do you have a plan in place if something happens to you, or are you leaving your family to figure it out in court? On today's episode of Jet Setting Wealth Advisory, David T. Yu speaks with Kristen Landon and Lauren Klein, Co-Founders of Flourish Law Group, for an important conversation on estate planning, probate, incapacity planning, and protecting your legacy. With deep experience in estate, ta...

How do you build a luxury brand by saying “yes” when everyone else says no? On the latest episode of Jet Setting Wealth Advisory, David speaks with Kaye Gitibin, Co-Founder and CEO of Go Rentals, for a compelling conversation on service-driven growth, leadership, and building a nationally recognized luxury brand without traditional advertising. Kaye shares his journey from immigrating to the U.S....

Want to simplify your financial systems for better growth and decision-making? On this episode of Jet Setting Wealth Advisory, David T. Yu speaks with Perry Mayer, founder of Vital Accounting Services, for an insightful conversation on small business accounting, financial clarity, and systems for long-term success. From building a firm that prioritizes financial clarity to using data and KPIs to d...

In this final episode of 2025, David reflects on the milestones and memorable moments of the past year. From client appreciation events to celebrating retirements, he shares how his team at DTY Wealth Planning Solutions has focused on building strong, lasting relationships with clients. David also discusses the importance of proactive tax planning, the growing wealth transfer, and the recent educa...

Want to turn your money chaos into clarity and build a business that supports your real life? On this episode of Jet Setting Wealth Advisory, Matt Green, founder of Ledger Medial Accounting Services, shares the unconventional path that shaped his approach to business and finance. From years in Nashville’s music scene to launching his own firm back home in South Carolina, Matt breaks down how creat...

Design the life first—then build the money plan to match it. In this episode of Jet Setting Wealth Advisory, David speaks with Brian Evans, founder of Madrona Financial & CPAs, host of the long-running radio show Growing Your Wealth, and author of 7 Steps to a Successful Retirement. Brian shares how he evolved from public accounting to leading a billion-dollar, fully integrated advisory firm—and w...

Want to keep more of what you earn and build a business that actually serves your life? On today's episode of Jet Setting Wealth Advisory, David speaks with Wendy Barlin, CPA—business strategist, speaker, and author. Wendy shares her immigrant-to-entrepreneur story, how she built and sold a fully remote accounting firm with strong profitability, and why she now coaches professional-service owners...

Are your RSUs and year-end taxes about to surprise you—or are you planning now to keep more of what you earn? In this episode of Jet Setting Wealth Advisory, David sits down with Ariel Haughton, Senior Tax Specialist at Goldstein Tax Advisors, and returning guest Barry Kaufman for a clear, candid walkthrough of equity compensation and proactive tax strategy. Ariel explains how RSUs actually hit yo...

What if getting fired was the best thing that ever happened to you—and became the spark for building a multimillion-dollar company?  In today's episode of Jet Setting Wealth Advisory, David talks with Jennifer Barnes, CEO and Founder of Optima Office, about turning setbacks into strength. Jennifer shares how losing her job led her to launch one of San Diego’s fastest-growing outsourced accounting...

Are you confident that your business's finances are truly secure? In this episode of Jet Setting Wealth Advisory, host David T. Yu sits down with Jeff Neumeister, Managing Partner at Kelly+Partners Advisory Services, to discuss the art and science of forensic accounting. Jeff explains how most financial frauds are preventable, why even companies with accountants can still be vulnerable, and how a...

What happens when a 787 captain, helicopter rescue pilot, and airspace designer reimagines how we move through the sky? In this episode, David speaks with Chris Baur, President & CEO of Hughes Aerospace and active Boeing 787 captain. Chris unpacks how performance-based navigation (PBN), advanced RNP, and helicopter IFR open safer, smarter routes—plus what it takes to integrate eVTOLs and UAS into...

Feeling overwhelmed by your business finances? In this week's episode of Jet Setting Wealth Advisory, David speaks with Borbala Banto, CPA and founder of Concierge CPAs, a boutique advisory and accounting firm helping business owners across 23 states gain control, clarity, and freedom. Borbala shares how her firm blends tax strategy, CFO services, and holistic advisory to help entrepreneurs make s...

Is your company’s financial function holding back growth?  This week on Jet Setting Wealth Advisory, David T. Yu speaks with Ted Rose, MBA, CPA, and CEO of Rose Financial Solutions. Ted shares his journey from Pricewaterhouse to founding a pioneering finance-as-a-service firm, transforming traditional accounting into a strategic growth engine. Learn how his AI-enabled platform, Easby, helps CEOs a...

Ever wondered what it’s really like to be audited by the IRS? On this week's episode of Jet Setting Wealth Advisory, David T. Yu speaks with Romeo Razi, CPA, former IRS agent, and founder of TaxedRight, who shares his rare insider perspective on audits, compliance, and strategies for small business owners and high-income earners. Drawing from his experience on both sides of the audit table, Romeo...

Ready to take your travel experience to the next level?  In the latest episode of Jet Setting Wealth Advisory, David T. Yu is joined by James Butler, CEO of Shaircraft Solutions, a leading private aviation consulting firm. James, a recognized expert in the private air travel industry, shares his insights on fractional jet ownership, jet cards, and charter agreements, revealing strategies that can...

Is it time to rethink how you approach financial planning? In this episode of Jet Setting Wealth Advisory, David T. Yu speaks with Beth Goldstein, Owner of Goldstein Tax Advisors, and Barry Kaufman, CPA & Partner, about proactive strategies for high-income earners and business owners. From navigating the complexities of W2 income and equity compensation to maximizing deductions on real estate inve...