Optimizing Benefits: Open Enrollment Strategies for Pilots

Pilot Money Podcast

Join Timothy P. Pope, CFP®, as he explores what to expect during open enrollment, a key time for pilots to reassess and select their benefits for the upcoming year. As we approach the end of 2024, it's essential to make informed decisions that align with both your immediate needs and long-term financial goals. This episode provides a thorough breakdown of the various benefits available—from health insurance to legal benefits—and how to choose well based on your personal circumstances.

What You'll Learn from This Episode:

• Strategies for Open Enrollment: Tim discusses how to evaluate and select health insurance plans, including the pros and cons of HSAs and FSAs.
• Maximizing Your Benefits: Insights into leveraging employer and union benefits including life insurance and legal aid.
• Special Considerations for Pilots: Specific advice for pilots dealing with unique employment structures and how to optimize benefits accordingly.
• Planning for Life Changes: How to adjust your benefits in response to major life events like marriage, children, divorce or changes in employment.
• Financial Planning Integration: Tips on integrating your benefit choices into your broader financial strategy to enhance security and reduce taxes.

This episode is packed with actionable advice to help pilots navigate open enrollment and make choices that suit their financial needs.
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Disclosure:
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. The branch phone number is 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.