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Flying Through Inflation: What Pilots Should Know About Mortgages and Interest Rates

October 30th, 2025|Tags: , , , , , , , |

In this episode, Ryan sits down with Christopher Zarnik, a fellow FedEx pilot and mortgage broker, to unpack today’s housing and lending landscape.

If I Won’t Live to 90, Should I Claim Social Security Early?

October 16th, 2025|Tags: , , , , , |

In this episode, Ryan discusses how life expectancy, health, pensions, and even your trust in the system can shape the right Social Security decision.

Delta’s New Deferred Comp Plan: Smart Move or Tax Trap?

October 9th, 2025|Tags: , , , , , , , , |

Delta Airlines has rolled out a new non-qualified deferred compensation plan for pilots, and it’s raising big questions across the flight deck.

What To Know About The “First Year Rule” Of Retirement

September 25th, 2025|Tags: , , , , |

Today, Ryan explores how to navigate this critical phase, offering practical insights to help you create a strong foundation for a retirement that’s rewarding, balanced, and full of purpose.

Long-Term Bullish, Short-Term Noise: A Market Reality Check

September 11th, 2025|Tags: , , , , , , |

In this market update, Ryan weighs in on the Fed’s expected rate cut, why September and October are historically tricky months for markets, and why short-term noise shouldn’t derail your long-term strategy.

Does Dave Ramsey’s 9-Step Retirement Plan Work for Pilots?

September 11th, 2025|Tags: , , , , , , |

On today’s show, Ryan digs into where he agrees, where he disagrees, and what he thinks is missing from Dave Ramsey’s approach entirely.

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I’m 62: Should I File For Social Security Or Wait?

January 29th, 2026|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , |

Filing now could put money in your pocket sooner, or it could quietly cost you tens of thousands over a lifetime.

Am I Behind in My Retirement Savings? Here’s What You Can Do

January 22nd, 2026|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , |

Ryan unpacks why comparison is not a retirement plan, and how it can distort what “behind” really means.

Should You Have More Than One Financial Advisor?

January 15th, 2026|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , |

Having two financial advisors might seem like you’re getting twice the wisdom, but it often creates confusion instead of clarity.

Southwest’s New NEC Roth Option: What Pilots Must Know

January 5th, 2026|Tags: , , , , , , |

With little advance notice, Southwest rolled out a new NEC Roth option that allows company contributions to flow into a Roth 401(k), creating a powerful opportunity for long-term tax-free growth. Here's what you need to know.

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