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Could life insurance be a better cash-flow tool than a savings account?Tait Duryea and Ryan Gibson sit down with Rod Zabriskie from Money Insights Group to break down how high cash value whole life insurance can be used as a powerful cash-flow tool for pilots and investors. They cut through the confusion around “infinite banking” and explain how properly structured policies can improve liquidity, reduce friction when investing, and add meaningful long-term returns. This episode walks through real pilot use cases, common mistakes, and why this strategy has become a quiet cornerstone for sophisticated alternative investors.Rod Zabriskie, president of the Money Insights Group, specializes in advanced wealth-building strategies using life insurance as a financial tool. With a pragmatic, education-first approach, Rod helps high-income professionals, especially pilots, understand how to leverage whole life policies for liquidity, tax advantages, and long-term returns.Show notes:(0:00) Intro(0:14) First flight in a J3 Cub(3:50) Why life insurance matters here(4:23) High cash value strategy explained(6:13) Cutting through infinite banking noise(8:06) Investment optimizer vs banking hype(11:09) Setting flexible funding ranges(13:29) Term insurance vs whole life(15:21) Using policy loans to invest(18:40) Why brokers matter for pilots(31:05) How this adds a million dollars(35:01) OutroConnect with Rod:Website: https://moneyinsightsgroup.com Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW0fBokwg09-2H2kXWK5ZfwRelated Episodes:#47 - Innovative Wealth Strategies: From Life Insurance to Alternative Investing with Christian Allen and Rod Zabriskie#70 - Leveraging Life Insurance for Passive Income with Rod Zabriskie and Blake Brogan#84 - Tax-Free Growth & Infinite Loans: Whole Life Insurance Strategies for High-Earners#122 - How Pilots Use Whole Life Insurance to Fund Investments with Rod ZabriskieIf you're interested in participating, the latest institutional-quality self-storage portfolio is available for investment now at: https://turbinecap.investnext.com/portal/offerings/8449/houston-storage/ — You've found the number one resource for financial education for aviators! Please consider leaving a rating and sharing this podcast with your colleagues in the aviation community, as it can serve as a valuable resource for all those involved in the industry.Remember to subscribe for more insights at PassiveIncomePilots.com! https://passiveincomepilots.com/ Join our growing community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/passivepilotsCheck us out on Instagram @PassiveIncomePilots: https://www.instagram.com/passiveincomepilots/Follow us on X @IncomePilots: https://twitter.com/IncomePilotsGet our updates on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/passive-income-pilots/Do you have questions or want to discuss this episode? Contact us at ask@passiveincomepilots.com See you on the next one!*Legal Disclaimer*The content of this podcast is provided solely for educational and informational purposes. The views and opinions expressed are those of the hosts, Tait Duryea and Ryan Gibson, and do not reflect those of any organization they are associated with, including Turbine Capital or Spartan Investment Group. The opinions of our guests are their own and should not be construed as financial advice. This podcast does not offer tax, legal, or investment advice. Listeners are advised to consult with their own legal or financial counsel and to conduct their own due diligence before making any financial decisions.
In this episode of Hanger Flying, Gabe Muller interviews Joshua Blair, who shares his aviation journey, the origins of his brand Blaircraft, and insights into his YouTube channel. The conversation covers topics such as aircraft maintenance, personal branding in aviation, and experiences at aviation events like the High Sierra Fly-In. Joshua also discusses his recent acquisition of a J3 Cub and the joys of tailwheel flying. Takeaways Aviation is about community and creating opportunities. Joshua Blair started flying at 16 and has 23 years of experience. The name 'Blaircraft' was suggested by a friend. Joshua's YouTube channel focuses on aircraft maintenance and restoration. He shares experiences from aviation events on his channel. Joshua has attended the High Sierra Fly-In multiple times. He recently got into flying a J3 Cub. The simplicity of flying a J3 Cub is appealing to Joshua. Joshua is considering adding an electric starter to his J3 Cub. Listeners can find Joshua on YouTube under Blaircraft. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Hanger Flying Podcast 01:01 Joshua Blair's Aviation Journey 02:53 Blaircraft: Building a Personal Brand 03:49 YouTube Channel Insights and Content 05:58 Experiences at High Sierra Fly-In 06:51 Discussion on J3 Cub and Tailwheel Flying https://www.youtube.com/@Blaircraft.Engines https://www.smokehousepilots.com/
How does flying in the heat effect you? Do you know when to say when? We talk about the trials of flying in summer heat, things we think about to keep safe, Ben's ride in an L39, and more! Mentioned on the show: - Larry Lee flying his L39 (this is who flew Ben): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=46BWO26mNpE - FlightChops, flying aerobatics with his daughter for the first time: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OApcRojO0Oc - Brian Shul's SR71 speed check story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8AyHH9G9et0 - Brian Siskind, NOBODY CARES, gravel parking lot: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YAjPnyxtrSM - Sling USA's TSi air conditioning system: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sRsb1-o4wGA#t=5m48s - Evan Brunye's Sling TSi air conditioning system: https://www.kitplanes.com/air-conditioning-now-available-for-sling-tsi/ - Adam R's J3 Cub videos in Florida: https://www.youtube.com/@AdamRichArt/videos - IcyBreeze air conditioning cooler: https://www.icybreeze.com/ - Nathan Ballard is now a Master CFI! https://nafi.memberclicks.net/assets/Master/BALLARD%20MCFI%20PR.pdf - Nathan Ballard- protecting your health, including sunscreen: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dvnamts-aC0 - Safer Flying with Nathan Ballard patreon: https://www.patreon.com/nathanballardsaferflying/about - Erica/Aerosafe's Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AeroSafe - Flight Insight "Can you take off from Death Valley?" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0X2RD14HRa0 - Boldmethod "Does Departing In The Morning With Lower Density Altitude Really Help?" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N49MmxX4ibA
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Joe Costanza is an airline Airbus pilot AND Piper Cub owner. We chose him to be our first male guest because he loves sharing his love of aviation with his daughters. He is best known for his beautiful J3 Cub images and videos on Instagram and YouTube. He also loves to dote on his wife and daughters. He often shares his hangar as an inviting second home to his family and friends. Cheers!
In this week's episode, we team up with Shawn Staerker of Levil Aviation! Listen to our conversation with Airshow Performer and pilot Eric Tucker. Eric is no stranger to the aviation industry, his day job consists of being a corporate pilot for Clif Bar and on "weekends", he is an accomplished aerobatic pilot who flies a J3 Cub. Aviation truly flows through Eric's blood! Listen to learn more about his aviation journey, the Tucker Family name, his favorite inflight snacks & what he loves to do during his free time including singing! tuckersairpatrol.com methodseven.com https://pescavoreseafood.com/ Deep Survival Book --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wonderwomenofaviation/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wonderwomenofaviation/support
If you could spend an hour with anyone who would it be? In this episode, I had the privilege to learn about Bob's illustrious career. From fighter jets to airliners to the J3 Cub that has been in his family for over 60 years. Stories from a gentleman who is not just a pilot but an Aviator in its truest form. For photos associated with this episode visit www.cardinalaviation.ca/podcastThis episode is brought to you by: iFiveme.com (Promo Code: Friend20) and the British Columbia Aviation Museum
In this episode, we remember a legendary pilot, recap some previous episodes, share some listener letters and talk to 20-year-old Commercial Pilot, Lane Cunningham about his recent trip ferrying a 73-year-old Classic J3 Cub across the Canadian Rockies.
On this episode Mary Rust Joins Chuck to tell her story that began flying with her father in a J3 Cub over the corn fields of South Dakota. She later started her training in gliders out of a glider port in California. Mary is a member of the Woman's Soaring Pilot's Association to educate and promote woman in aviation and soaring. She has flown all over the world including flying among the Alps in Slovenia and many other parts of the world. One of her flights included a high altitude adventure in a 1-26 with military aircraft around her. Join us now to hear her adventure Soaring The Sky !
"To See or Not to See - That is the Question is a story of an L-1011 with both main windows shattered and no forward visibility enroute to the west Coast. Our second story is simply titled "Fly It Like a J3 Cub. Listen in at 3pm EDT Thursday April 20th.
PIREPS: Stu has been busy at work as a CFI; Mikes flight in a SR-22T; Mike took a 30 hour cross country flight in his J3 Cub; Stew went to Oshkosh 2012 Airventure; Tiger returns to production Tiger going back into production; Redbird Simulators with ATRC in Carrolton TX; FEATURED SITE: LightspeedAviationFoundation.org; PRODUCT REVIEW: Garmin My Pilot App for iPhone/iPod/iPad - 3.5 Stars
In this episode, the Stews discuss the SportCruiser LSA, tail wheel flying, Crew Resource Management (CRM), a product review, featured site and more.
This month the crew reunites to catch up on Stu's new CFI rating, a "new" J3 cub added to Mike's hangar, and accident investigation training undertaken by Stew. We also have a product review and a few recommended books.