Why Better Questions Build Better Retirements
Most people think the key to better retirement planning is getting better answers, but Ryan argues it really starts with ask-ing better questions.
Planning for Retirement When You Marry Later in Life
Getting married in your 50s often means you’re combining lives, but not necessarily combining finances. How do you build a retirement plan together when you’ve both already built your own?
The Airline Pilot’s Hidden Tax Problem: Avoid a Massive RMD Shock
This Veterans Day episode of The Pilot’s Advisor features Zach Smith from Pilot Tax for a deep dive into one of the biggest challenges facing airline professionals: retirement tax planning
What To Know About The “First Year Rule” Of Retirement
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.
Does Dave Ramsey’s 9-Step Retirement Plan Work for Pilots?
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.
No Empty Nest in Sight? How Pilots Can Still Land a Smooth Retirement
Raising kids used to follow a predictable pattern: they grow up, move out, and you finally get the house to yourself. But for many pilots today, that “empty nest” moment keeps getting delayed.
The 4% Rule Just Changed—What That Means for Your Flight Plan to Retirement
In this episode, Ryan delivers a “pilot report,” offering a timely look at today’s economic turbulence.
Why The Psychology of Money Says Your Emotions Matter More Than Math
This book isn’t just about money strategies. It’s about why we make the choices we make, even when they don’t seem to make sense.
Mailbag: Market Crashes, Corrections, and Staying Calm
We’ll answer real questions from aviators facing turbulence in their retirement plans.
Spring Cleaning for Your Finances: A Marie Kondo Approach to Money
In today’s episode, Ryan brings a Marie Kondo-inspired approach to finances, helping you declutter, get organized, and let go of what no longer “sparks joy.”
