The Pilot Money Guy Podcast

Why Pilots Should Think Twice About Market-Based Cash Balance Plans

Scott Osborn

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Tax deductions sound great… until you start looking at the tradeoffs hiding underneath the surface. In this episode, Scott breaks down the hidden risks of market-based cash balance plans and why many pilots may be overvaluing short-term tax deferral while overlooking long-term consequences. He explains how these “spillover” retirement accounts work, why they often underperform broader markets, and how they can create future tax problems, liquidity issues, and less control over your money.

Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:

✈️ Spillover Plan Basics

💰 Tax Deferral vs Savings

📉 Hidden Performance Problems

🔒 Liquidity & Control Risks

📊 Building Tax Flexibility

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