Pilot’s Portfolio

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 perspect...

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 p...

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...

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 Ro...

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...

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 retiremen...

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...

In this episode, Timothy P. Pope, CFP®  welcomes you to the Pilot Money Podcast. He shares his background in financial planning and discusses merging his experience as a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ with his passion for aviation. Tim outlines how listening to this show is going to help you, the professional pilot, level up your financial planning and provides you a roadmap of what to expect in eac...

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. K...

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...