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SpaceX IPO: Beyond the Hype
- June 5, 2026
- LEFP
In this episode, Charlie Mattingly, CFP®, MBA & Andy Christopher, CFP®, CFA®, MSF dive deep into the SpaceX IPO, separating the massive media buzz from
Every Pilot Has an LLC… But Should You?
- May 22, 2026
- LEFP
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h9CDq_mYCbE In this episode, Kevin Gormley, CFP®, CPA, PFS, dives into the common aviation industry belief that every high-earning pilot needs an LLC. While you
Pre‑Flight Planning for Parenthood: Financial Thoughts for New Parents
- May 8, 2026
- LEFP
https://youtu.be/uk8L4B9QHLY In this episode, Nolan Clark, CFP® and Zack Payne, CFP® dive into “Pre-Flight Planning for Parenthood,” sharing their experience researching financial steps for new
We’re Expecting! Planning Beyond the Nursery
- May 1, 2026
- LEFP
My wife and I recently found out that we’re expecting our first child—a moment we’ve dreamed about for years. It’s an incredibly exciting season, but
I Just Got Hired at SWA… Now What?
- April 17, 2026
- LEFP
In this episode, Charlie Mattingly, CFP® and Jon Schultz, BS (Aeronautics) break down the critical benefits decisions new Southwest Airlines pilots face during Indoc and
2026 Q1 LEFP Quarterly Market Update
- April 11, 2026
- LEFP
$SPXTR: S&P 500 Total Return Beyond the S&P-500/US Large Cap Growth, US Large Cap Value and US Small Cap rallied to start the quarter:[iv] $SPXTR:
Got a Side Gig? Let’s Talk Solo 401(k)s
- April 3, 2026
- LEFP
In this episode, Charlie Mattingly, CFP®, MBA and Zack Payne, CFP® break down how professional pilots with side businesses may successfully take their secondary income
Should You Open a Trump Account?
- April 1, 2026
- LEFP
A Look at Your Options and Why Saving Early Wins Saving for Your Child’s Future Doesn’t Have to Be Complicated Did you ever find yourself
401(k) and Roth Catch‑Up Updates – Explained in Plain English
- March 1, 2026
- LEFP
401(k) and Roth Catch‑Up Updates – Explained in Plain English This week I came across an unusual video that stopped my scrolling and was able
Race to 72
- February 27, 2026
- LEFP
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fNI920TeInc In this episode, Kevin Gormley, CFP®, CPA, PFS, breaks down the “Race to 72” and why mastering the sequence of your 401(k) contributions is
Roth Catchup Rule Change
- February 13, 2026
- LEFP
In this episode, Charlie Mattingly, CFP®, MBA, and Andrew Christopher, CFA®, MSF, break down the new Roth Catch-Up Rule Change and why it may have
Benefits and Health Insurance Options for Early Retirees
- February 1, 2026
- LEFP
For those who follow the NFL, now out-of-retirement NFL quarterback Philip Rivers made a comeback to the sports world by returning to the Indianapolis Colts