Read Doug’s articles originally printed in The Jerusalem Post.

The Power of Viktor E. Frankl’s Teachings for Financial Success

As a financial planner, I have heard countless stories from clients who are in financial turmoil. People tell me about making bad choices with their money, about dreams put on hold, and about money lost. Yet, here is one story that stands out: a client who found financial success through Viktor Frankl’s teachings…. Read more

Can a Brokered CD be Considered the Key to Financial Success?

When it comes to investing in CDs (bank certificates of deposit), brokered CDs are gaining more and more attention. With the recent increase in interest rates, clients can now get between 4% and 5% on insured bank deposits (as of January 2023). Brokered CDs are an attractive option because they allow clients to diversify their holdings in many banks through one U.S…. Read more

Is an Image of a Black Dot Worth a Thousand Dollars?

One of the biggest obstacles to becoming wealthy is seeing the image of a black dot in the above picture. Although it only represents a small percentage of the graphic, if that is what you see first, it reveals an important insight into how you view the world.  As Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks explains in Celebrating Life,… Read more