Read Doug’s articles originally printed in The Jerusalem Post.
Profile Perspectives
Proper financial planning can change your relationship with money.
Retirees Fired by Their Brokers in America
How to Win the “Client of the Month Award”
Today’s “Client of the Month Award” goes to Mrs. S. because of how she stepped out of her comfort zone and decided to understand her investments.
Who handles the money?
For convenience, many couples select one partner to handle the investment decisions. It’s OK to do that if that person has more expertise or enjoys dealing with the family’s finances…. Read more
How to Discuss Money Matters With Your Parents
How to Diversify a Million Dollar Portfolio
The Truth about Corona and Successful Investing
Some successful investors figured out ways of making money from the corona pandemic. But when you hear their stories, are you really getting the truth?
Black swans
Economists often talk about “black swans” in the world of investing, meaning events that seem obvious in hindsight but aren’t evident at the time…. Read more
Should You Have Bonds in Your Investment Portfolio?
Click here to read the piece “Should You Have Bonds in Your Investment Portfolio?”.
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Do the Opposite of the Politicians
In the run up to the election, politicians lead the way in demonstrating how NOT to plan for the long term. Looking at their methods can be instructive for investors… as long as we do the opposite of what they do.
Another new party?
When I made aliya, I was amazed at how fractured Israel’s political arena was…. Read more
How to Overcome the Challenges of Receiving an Inheritance
Click here to read the piece “How to Overcome the Challenges of Receiving an Inheritance”.
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Who Benefits from Your Investments
People struggle to find a good birthday gift for their parents, but my children know the trick. They can always buy me a book by Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks, z”l. From their most recent present, Lessons in Leadership, I discovered that Rabbi Sacks’ conclusion, “Seven Principles of Jewish Leadership,” corresponds to some of the most important financial planning lessons. … Read more
The Most Important Number in Your Investment Statement
Here’s a valuable idea that could provide a real breakthrough in the way you look at your brokerage statement. Even if you feel overwhelmed with all the details in your brokerage statement, there’s a simple way to find the most important numbers.
No sense focusing on the cents
One of my clients appreciated that I had spent a lot of time teaching her how all of her investments worked,… Read more