Are You Waiting for a Tragedy Before You Learn About Your Family Finances?

When I help people manage their U.S. investment accounts, I often see a familiar dynamic where one spouse has a more active role in the family’s finances… to the point where the other spouse doesn’t really know what is going on.
I recently met with an older couple where the husband had handled the family’s finances…. Read more

Will Your Investments Help You Realize Your Dreams?

What is the goal of your investment portfolio? Do your investments just serve you, or do they have a broader reach? Many investors’ ultimate goal is to create wealth that will enable them to meet personal financial goals and make a lasting impact on the world. If this describes you,… Read more

Do You Want to Avoid Extra Taxes on Your Investments?

Cross-border investment and pension planning can be very complicated, and wrong decisions can cost you extra in taxes. Recently, I participated in a meeting with a pension advisor and a shared client. The pension advisor suggested certain programs for the client that would save him Israeli tax and build up his pension in Israel…. Read more

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