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EPISODE · Aug 20, 2026 · 13 MIN

What Happens When Pilots DIY Their Retirement Plan

from The Pilot’s Advisor Podcast · host Ryan Fleming

There's an entire television network dedicated to doing things yourself — home renovation, landscaping, interior design, all of it. And the DIY mentality is genuinely admirable. But when it comes to retirement planning, the stakes of a bad install are a little higher than a crooked backsplash. Today, Ryan talks about what DIY planning actually looks like in practice. DIY has its place. But some projects are worth calling a professional, especially when the cost of getting it wrong follows you for the next thirty years. Here’s what we cover in this episode: 🛠️ DIY Mentality: Independence does not guarantee better outcomes 💼 DIY vs. Advisors: Lower fees may come with additional problems 📉 Common Mistakes: Stock picking and timing create risk 😰 Investor Emotions: Greed and fear undermine discipline 🧭 Professional Guidance: Objective advice can improve direction   Retire Pilots - https://retirepilots.com Get your FREE Retirement Toolkit - https://d74164fb.pages.infusionsoft.net/ Pilot Tax - https://pilot-tax.com/ The Pilot's Advisor Podcast is also on video. Watch & Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3EIEBW2

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