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Author: Timothy P. Pope, CFP®

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The podcast about financial planning for professional pilots! Get answers to your most pressing personal finance questions.  Timothy Pope is a Certified Financial Planner™ offering securities and insurance products offered through Cetera Investment Services LLC, member FINRA, SIPC. Advisory services are offered through Cetera Investment Advisers LLC. Tim’s Branch Office is located at 5200 77 Center Drive, Suite 330, Charlotte, NC 28217. Branch phone number 704-717-8900. The views depicted in this material are for information purposes only and are not necessarily those of Cetera Investment Advisers.  This Podcast is designed to provide accurate and authoritative information on the subjects covered. It is not, however, intended to provide specific legal, tax, or other professional advice. For specific professional assistance, the services of an appropriate professional should be sought.

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In this timely episode of the Pilot Money Podcast, Timothy P. Pope, CFP®, delves into the often-asked question about whether investment strategies should change during an election year. With the U.S. presidential election looming, Tim explores the potential impacts of election outcomes on the financial markets and what investors—particularly pilots—should consider.Tim addresses common concerns about market uncertainty in election seasons and provides a well-rounded view on why maintaining a s...
Join Timothy P. Pope, CFP®, as he welcomes Kevin Walker to the Pilot Money Podcast for an enlightening conversation about aircraft ownership. Kevin, with his extensive experience as an air traffic controller and a general aviation pilot, shares his perspective on owning various types of aircraft over the years.In this episode, Kevin describes his personal journey in aviation, from the early influence of his father to his multiple aircraft ownership experiences. He discusses the practical aspe...
Join host Timothy P. Pope, CFP®, for this episode of the Pilot Money Podcast as he addresses financial questions from two military aviators. Tim provides detailed, actionable insights tailored to the financial questions these pilots have, from optimizing tax free retirement income to timing decisions of major purchases.This Q&A session features questions from an active-duty Navy aviator planning his transition to civilian aviation and contemplating a major real estate purchase, and anothe...
In this episode of the Pilot Money Podcast, Timothy P. Pope, CFP® sits down with Preston Holland, Chief Commercial Officer at Firecrown who oversees the Aviation Finance Division. Preston shares the influence aviation had in his early life and how he’s become a key player in the aviation media and finance.The discussion highlights the nuts and bolts of aircraft financing and explores how Preston's team, armed with industry knowledge, make the purchasing process easy for pilots. Preston outlin...
Join Timothy P. Pope, CFP®, as he continues to unravel the complexities of retirement planning based on airline direct contributions in Part II of this pivotal series. Building on the insights from Episode 13, this episode dives deeper into whether pilots can and should rely only on their company’s contributions to secure a comfortable retirement.Timothy breaks down different scenarios based on career length. Using Delta’s 2026 pay rates and projections, Timothy discusses the practicality of ...
Join Timothy P. Pope on this episode of the Pilot Money Podcast as he delves into the intriguing world of real estate investment with Tait Duryea, an airline pilot and real estate entrepreneur. Tait shares his career journey, starting as a passionate aviator influenced by a family legacy at Hawaiian Airlines, to becoming a savvy real estate investor and the CEO of Turbine Capital.In this conversation, Tait explains his initial foray into real estate several years after the Great Recession, hi...
In this Q&A episode of the Pilot Money Podcast, host Timothy P. Pope, CFP® tackles retirement planning questions from pilot listeners. This episode is a Q&A session where Tim addresses questions about optimizing retirement contributions across multiple employer plans and how to best handle bonuses. Join Tim as he explores the intricacies of managing 401(k) contributions and TSP accounts simultaneously, illustrating how pilots can effectively strategize their retirement savings to maxi...
Join Timothy P. Pope, CFP®, as he explores the intersection of behavioral finance and personal decision-making with Jennifer Bower, a seasoned financial coach with roots in the aviation community. With her unique blend of intelligence background and financial acumen, Jennifer offers a fresh perspective on tackling financial challenges and behavioral patterns that impact financial health.In this episode, Jennifer shares her transformative insights from a fraud investigator to a financial coach...
Join Timothy P. Pope, CFP®, as he delves into an intriguing financial analysis in this solo episode of the Pilot Money Podcast. Drawing from the energetic discussions with Jason DePew on achieving early financial independence, Tim pivots to a scenario that many pilots might ponder: Can relying solely on company contributions suffice for a comfortable retirement? This episode unpacks the realities of pilot contracts, company contributions, and the lifestyle choices that affect financial planni...
Join Timothy P. Pope, CFP®, a financial planner who specializes in the planning needs of professional pilots, as he welcomes Captain Jason DePew to the Pilot Money Podcast. Jason DePew, a captain at a major airline and personal finance enthusiast, shares his journey towards financial independence. This discussion is not just about numbers; it's a deep dive into the disciplined financial strategies and mindset that have shaped Jason’s approach, reflecting on the parallels between piloting...
Join Timothy P. Pope, CFP® in this relatable solo episode of the Pilot Money Podcast. Tim shares a personal story about his recent close-call with impulse buying. Tim explores the triggers and tactics he used to maintain financial discipline. This episode also touches on Tim’s passion for aviation and his recent flights with his family. Listen as Tim recounts back-to-back moments of resisting the temptation to clean out the shelves at a local hardware store and avoiding making a f...
In this eye-opening episode of the Pilot Money Podcast, Timothy P. Pope, CFP® sits down with Nik and Anna Fialka for a deeply personal and insightful conversation about the financial challenges and triumphs of a pilot's family. Nik, the host of "Ready for Pushback," and Anna, the unsung hero managing the behind-the-scenes dynamics of the Fialka household, share their unique perspectives on navigating the unpredictable financial landscape of the aviation industry. From enduring years of income...
In this light but insightful episode, Timothy P. Pope, a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ who specializes in the planning needs of professional pilots, draws parallels between the game of Monopoly and real-world financial planning. After delving into technical topics in previous episodes, Tim decides to share a more relaxed conversation about five crucial financial planning lessons he observed while playing Monopoly with his children. Through the lens of Monopoly, Tim discusses the importance of ...
As tax season is in full swing, now is the perfect time for pilots to begin thinking about the next year. What went well last year and what do you want to change for next year’s tax season? In this episode we explore real estate investment opportunities with an emphasis on proactive tax planning strategies. Whether actively managing properties or investing passively, real estate offers unique tax advantages for pilots seeking to diversify their portfolio, generate cash flow, build wealth and ...
In this episode, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ Timothy P. Pope delves into the intricacies of the backdoor Roth IRA strategy. He explains how this method allows high income earning pilots to bypass income limits and contribute indirectly to a Roth IRA, providing valuable insights and considerations for implementation. Tim explains how modified adjusted gross income (MAGI) affects eligibility for Roth IRA contributions and why it’s important to track your compensation growth.Tim outlines common...
Tim hosts Dylan and Max from the 21. Five Show in this episode. Dylan and Max reflect on their experiences during various aviation downturns, spanning their 20-year careers. Max shares his proactive approach to mitigating career risks by diversifying his skill sets. Dylan talks about getting laid off right before his wedding and emphasizes the necessity of maintaining an emergency fund to weather unforeseen challenges. They caution against making long-term financial commitments at the peak of...
In this episode, Tim tackles some burning questions from an enterprising business aviation airman. Due to the airlines sucking a lot of talent from business aviation, this airmen is flying high but grappling with a looming tax bill from his side hustle.While business is good, this airman also acknowledges it’s hard to ignore major airline pay with recent contract improvements and record retirement contributions. He wants to know how to survive the financial turbulence of reduced pay in the fi...
In this episode, Dr. Christopher Broyhill takes us on a journey through the intricacies of business aviation compensation. Buckle up as we explore the world of pilot salaries, organizational cultures, and a new tool that keeps business aviation pilots informed.If you’ve ever wondered if you're soaring at the right altitude in terms of compensation as a business aviation pilot, your questions now have answers. The Air Comp Calculator is a tool designed to help aviation professionals assess the...
Join Timothy P. Pope, CFP® as he discusses three key strategies for pilots to maximize their career opportunities. With airline career values easily surpassing the 10 million dollar mark, pilots owe it to themselves to be an active participant in their financial success. Tim points out the importance of tracking your cash and while acknowledging there's a point in your financial journey where that becomes less important. HINT: That's the goal for everyone! Tim then discusses why different sys...
It's a fantastic time to be a professional pilot. Timothy P. Pope, CFP® and Kit Darby jump into the current trends and drivers of airline compensation in this last round of contract negotiations. Kit brings his extensive aviation experiences to the table. Kit discusses the wild fluctuations in aviation compensation, detailing the impact of shortages, recessions, and COVID-19 on pilot wages. Kit Compares compensation across the regional carriers and major airlines and highlights the significan...
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