The Pilot’s Advisor Podcast
Financial and retirement planning guidance from pilot and financial advisor Ryan Fleming. The show will help you figure out how to take your financial plan from takeoff to landing with smooth sailing along the journey. We’ll teach both pilots and non-pilots what it takes to have a successful financial future. The Pilot’s Advisor Podcast will answer your questions about 401(k)s, IRAs, taxes in retirement, long term care needs and much more.
Episodes
23 hours ago
23 hours ago
Today we are back with David Befort, the CEO of Max Performance Financial. We find that many of our clients are using 529 plans to prepare for their children's future, but is this the best option? In this episode, we'll highlight the limitations of 529 college savings plans and the potential issues pilots face when using them. We'll then discuss some advantages of IBC, or the infinite banking concept, such as flexibility, penalty-free access to funds, an absence of market volatility, guaranteed growth, and the ability to use the money for any purpose. Stay tuned to learn more about the IBC and how it could benefit you!
Show Notes & Info:
Retire Pilots Website - https://retirepilots.com/
Retirement Toolkit - https://retirepilots.com/toolkit-2/
Pilot Tax - https://pilot-tax.com/
Thursday May 18, 2023
The Secret Banks Don’t Want Pilots To Know: How To Create YOUR OWN Banking System
Thursday May 18, 2023
Thursday May 18, 2023
David Befort joins us on today's show. David is the CEO of Max Performance Financial where his mission is to help his clients control their own money. We will be discussing what strategies David uses in his practice and why these can potentially give you more freedom than a typical banking system.
Show Notes & Info:
Retire Pilots Website - https://retirepilots.com/
Retirement Toolkit - https://retirepilots.com/toolkit-2/
Pilot Tax - https://pilot-tax.com/
Thursday May 04, 2023
Should An Advisor Tailor A Plan To Fit Your Personality?
Thursday May 04, 2023
Thursday May 04, 2023
Are you tired of one-size-fits-all financial advice that doesn't quite fit your unique needs and goals? In this episode, we'll tackle the question of whether an advisor should tailor a plan to fit your personality. We'll discuss the pros and cons of different approaches and explore how understanding your financial personality can help you make more informed decisions.
Show Notes & Info:
Retire Pilots Website - https://retirepilots.com/
Retirement Toolkit - https://retirepilots.com/toolkit-2/
Pilot Tax - https://pilot-tax.com/
Thursday Apr 20, 2023
Retirement Expenses For Which You Forgot To Plan
Thursday Apr 20, 2023
Thursday Apr 20, 2023
Are you preparing for retirement but feeling confident that you have covered all the expenses? Well, think again… It turns out that many retirees overlook some crucial expenses that can leave them financially vulnerable. In this episode, we explore the retirement expenses that most people tend to forget, including skyrocketing medical bills, unexpected travel costs, taxes, and much more. We'll discuss practical tips and strategies to help you plan for these expenses and ensure a secure and comfortable retirement.
Show Notes & Info:
Retire Pilots Website - https://retirepilots.com/
Retirement Toolkit - https://retirepilots.com/toolkit-2/
Pilot Tax - https://pilot-tax.com/
Thursday Apr 06, 2023
Should I Pay Off The House?
Thursday Apr 06, 2023
Thursday Apr 06, 2023
For many people, their house is the largest asset they own. Many people wonder if they should pay off their house before they go into retirement, or if it's okay to still carry a mortgage in this phase of life. Ryan will give us some considerations when making this important decision and some common situations he sees with his clients.
Show Notes & Info:
Home Equity PDF: https://bit.ly/42PZJo2
Retire Pilots Website - https://retirepilots.com/
Retirement Toolkit - https://retirepilots.com/toolkit-2/
Pilot Tax - https://pilot-tax.com/
Thursday Mar 16, 2023
Pilot Tax Tips: Moves To Make for 2023 and Beyond
Thursday Mar 16, 2023
Thursday Mar 16, 2023
It’s tax season once again and that means Zach Smith of Pilot Tax is back for another episode to help break down some of the tax moves we should be considering for this year and beyond. Join Zach and Ryan as they analyze what future tax rates might look like, how the Secure Act 2.0 legislation could impact your bottom line, and whether it’s wise to over fund a 529 plan.
Show Notes & Info:
Retire Pilots Website - https://retirepilots.com/
Retirement Toolkit - https://retirepilots.com/toolkit-2/
Pilot Tax - https://pilot-tax.com/
Thursday Mar 09, 2023
Moving Your Retirement Goalposts: Is It Worth The Risk?
Thursday Mar 09, 2023
Thursday Mar 09, 2023
Do you ever feel like your retirement planning goals are always moving? You're not alone. We’ve found that people often move the goalposts in their own retirement planning, often to their detriment. In this episode, we're diving deep into the psychology of retirement planning and the dangers of moving the goalposts.
Show Notes & Info:
Retire Pilots Website - https://retirepilots.com/
Retirement Toolkit - https://retirepilots.com/toolkit-2/
Pilot Tax - https://pilot-tax.com/
Thursday Feb 16, 2023
What’s Your Biggest Financial Fear?
Thursday Feb 16, 2023
Thursday Feb 16, 2023
We took an informal poll of listeners to find out what their biggest financial fears are. On this episode, we’ll explore the most common fears and talk about how they should be addressed in a retirement plan.
Show Notes & Info:
Retire Pilots Website - https://retirepilots.com/
Retirement Toolkit - https://retirepilots.com/toolkit-2/
Pilot Tax - https://pilot-tax.com/
Thursday Feb 02, 2023
Four Ways The SECURE Act 2.0 Might Impact You
Thursday Feb 02, 2023
Thursday Feb 02, 2023
After being discussed in Congress for nearly a year and a half, the SECURE Act 2.0 passed in January. Listen to today’s episode to see what you need to know and learn four ways the new changes might impact you.
Show Notes & Info:
Retire Pilots Website - https://retirepilots.com/
Retirement Toolkit - https://retirepilots.com/toolkit-2/
Pilot Tax - https://pilot-tax.com/
Thursday Jan 19, 2023
2023 Edition: 10 Point Checklist For Retirement Preparedness
Thursday Jan 19, 2023
Thursday Jan 19, 2023
Another year is upon us and it’s a great time to ask yourself 10 questions to assess how ready you are for retirement to kick off 2023. If you’re retiring this year, it’s essential to have some concrete answers to these questions. If you’re still a few years from the milestone, tune in so you can start thinking about these critical conversations. In a non-financial topic, Ryan shares his thoughts as a former football player on what it was like to watch Buffalo Bills player Damar Hamlin suffer cardiac arrest on the field.
Show Notes & Info:
Retire Pilots Website - https://retirepilots.com/
Retirement Toolkit - https://retirepilots.com/toolkit-2/
Pilot Tax - https://pilot-tax.com/