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Passive Income Pilots

Passive Income Pilots

De : Tait Duryea and Ryan Gibson
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Welcome to the Passive Income Pilots Podcast – the show designed to help pilots climb to new levels of financial success.

Join Tait Duryea & Ryan Gibson, both airline pilots, business owners and investors, as they interview top experts and share practical knowledge on real estate, tax strategy, passive income and generational wealth. This one-of-a-kind show created specifically for professional pilots offers applicable strategies and tactics for improving your financial life.

Whether you're a seasoned pilot or just starting out, we'll equip you with the expertise and confidence you need to upgrade your money and achieve true financial independence.

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    • #122 - How Pilots Use Whole Life Insurance to Fund Investments with Rod Zabriskie

      #122 - How Pilots Use Whole Life Insurance to Fund Investments with Rod Zabriskie
      Aug 12 2025
      What if your life insurance could help you invest without selling a single asset?Tait Duryea and Ryan Gibson welcome back Rod Zabriskie of Money Insights to demystify how whole life insurance can be used as a wealth-building tool. They break down the differences between term and whole life, how cash value grows, and why this strategy avoids risks like margin calls. You’ll hear how pilots are using these policies to fund real estate, reduce taxes, and create a perpetual source of investment capital.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(01:06) Four ways to leverage capital(02:01) Why life insurance can be exciting(05:09) Term vs whole life basics(10:35) How cash value policies work(16:26) Risks of securities-backed loans(20:01) Why whole life avoids margin calls(27:30) How life insurance companies invest(33:16) Using policies as your “cash chamber”(39:02) Paying off loans vs max funding(46:43) Funding ranges and contribution flexibility(49:01) OutroFor a free consultation with the Money Insights Group, go to https://moneyinsightsgroup.com/pilots/ Episodes Mentioned: #47 - https://passiveincomepilots.com/episode/47-innovative-wealth-strategies-from-life-insurance-to-alternative-investing-with-christian-allen-and-rod-zabriskie#70 - https://passiveincomepilots.com/episode/70-leveraging-life-insurance-for-passive-income-with-rod-zabriskie-and-blake-brogan #84 - https://passiveincomepilots.com/episode/84-tax-free-growth-infinite-loans-whole-life-insurance-strategies-for-high-earners #23 - https://passiveincomepilots.com/episode/23-counting-the-cost-the-risks-and-rewards-of-401k-loans-for-pilots — 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.
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    • #121 - Short-Term Rentals, Long-Term Wealth with Pilot Couple Brad Hilton and Aubrey Carlson

      #121 - Short-Term Rentals, Long-Term Wealth with Pilot Couple Brad Hilton and Aubrey Carlson
      Aug 5 2025
      What if your first home turned into your first big win? Tait Duryea and Ryan Gibson welcome Brad Hilton and Aubrey Carlson, a powerhouse pilot couple who turned a VA loan into a cash-flowing real estate business. From renovating a dated beach house to designing destination-worthy cabins in Julian, CA, Brad and Aubrey break down how they scaled a short-term rental empire—without any formal training. Learn how they source properties, design for ROI, automate operations, and balance business with marriage. This episode is packed with real-world strategies, software hacks, and tax tips for pilots and professionals ready to take action.Brad Hilton and Aubrey Carlson are a husband-and-wife team with deep roots in aviation—Aubrey, a former naval aviator, and Brad, a private pilot and entrepreneur. Together, they’ve built a thriving short-term rental business in Southern California, blending design savvy, military strategy, and hands-on grit. Their portfolio now spans multiple markets, with a focus on high-return properties and automation-driven management.Show notes:(0:00) Intro(04:08) STR loophole for W-2 offsets(13:21) How they got into real estate(19:00) The course that changed everything(27:45) Finding high-return STR markets(31:03) Design strategy and hot tub ROI(38:00) DIY vs contractor tradeoffs(46:13) Top software stack for automation(51:03) Building once, automating forever(53:23) OutroConnect with Brad Hilton and Aubrey Carlson:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saltandskylodgingco Website: https://www.saltandskylodgingco.com Links Mentioned:Minoan: https://minoan.com/join-us?referral_code=2YW3J1CP4876&aid=I0KVIF Hostfully: https://get.hostfully.com/xtb3o3sa28ea Breezeway: https://referral.breezeway.io/l/AUBREYCARL48 White Feather Investments: https://whitefeatherinvestments.com/training — 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.
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    • #120 - How to Evaluate Markets, Properties, and Risks in Real Estate with Derrick Harris

      #120 - How to Evaluate Markets, Properties, and Risks in Real Estate with Derrick Harris
      Jul 29 2025
      What separates a solid real estate deal from a costly mistake? In this episode, hosts Tait Duryea and Ryan Gibson welcome Derrick Harris, SVP at Spartan Investment Group, to walk us through the real-world process of evaluating markets, properties, and operational risks. With a portfolio that spans millions of square feet, Derrick shares what works, what doesn’t, and what every investor should know, whether you're going passive or managing properties yourself. From feasibility studies and due diligence to team dynamics and tough lessons learned, this is your inside look at how pros protect investments and build real value.Derrick Harris is the Senior Vice President of Portfolio Management at Spartan Investment Group, overseeing nearly 6 million square feet of self-storage across 15 states. With 25 years of experience in the industry, including a pivotal role at SureGuard Self Storage, Derrick brings unparalleled insight into operations, due diligence, and strategic market evaluation. In this episode, he shares what really makes or breaks a real estate investment behind the scenes.Show notes:(0:00) Intro(04:38) Derrick's start in self-storage(06:08) Lessons from industry legend Chuck Barbo(09:56) Why community engagement matters(15:20) Managing out-of-state properties(18:37) What a feasibility study looks like(21:06) Due diligence: what to inspect(26:33) Developing real estate ‘spidey sense’(30:31) Derrick's toughest property experience(49:01) What to do when due diligence fails(59:30) OutroConnect with Derrick Harris:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derrickharrismba24 —If 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.
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