Goldstein on Gelt: Is it a Disaster to Sell Your Investment Portfolio Now?
Even though now isn’t the first time the stock market has fallen by more than 20%, this newest wave of volatility has panicked many investors.
Goldstein on Gelt: Great News!… If you Take Distributions from your IRA
You may not have to sell your stocks at historic lows in order to raise cash to withdraw and pay taxes. Listen to this podcast for an explanation.
When Giving Charity Enables Bad Habits
Sometimes, you need to be the recipient of your own tzedakah because the bottom line is that you are the only person who can really help yourself.
Goldstein on Gelt: The Real Reason Americans in Israel Make Costly Investment Mistakes
Discover how to avoid falling for hype and manage market noise like a pro
Goldstein on Gelt: An Investment Strategy That Offers the Best of Both Worlds
Discussing the various investment strategies an investor can use during financial planning.
Are Your Investment Decisions Rational?
As a financial planner, I often ask new clients why a particular investment is included in their portfolio. One answer that I find somewhat worrying is: “I don’t really know how to explain it, but I just had a gut feeling that this stock was going to be a winner!”
How Schools Prepare Kids to Fail in Business
I am a big believer in math. I studied many complex topics in college, and I think others should, too. But first teach kids practical math in school, and then if they decide to study further, only then start with the abstruse topics.
Goldstein on Gelt: How U.S. Expats in Israel Can Minimize Tax and Maximize Impact
Discover how to make your money work harder for you—whether you're optimizing cross-border portfolios or aligning your financial goals with your generosity.
Goldstein on Gelt: Do You Know Your Retirement Income?
How much will it cost you to live during retirement?
This is What You Need to Know When Filing Taxes From Israel
Veteran U.S. accountant and tax advisor Philip Stein explains what your tax obligations are to the IRS as a U.S. citizen living abroad. Find out what you need to report.
Goldstein on Gelt: Beware of the Implications of a Changing Signature
What does handwriting have to do with investing?
How to Navigate America’s Failing Education System
Find out how the decline in standards may ultimately affect the economy.
Goldstein on Gelt: Wells Fargo Ending Relationship with Overseas Clients
If you received a letter from Wells Fargo (or any other American brokerage firm) informing you that you must move your account elsewhere, don’t panic. There is a simple solution.
The Cyprus Effect
In the second part of this week's Goldstein on Gelt podcast, Doug meets Jonathan Eley, personal finance editor of the Financial Times to discuss...
Goldstein on Gelt: Start Investing in Bonds
Why are bonds a popular investment and not just for retirees?
Goldstein on Gelt: What to Do When Your Broker Wants to Close Your Account
Living in Israel but investing in the United States?
Learning to Love Life After 50
Life after 50? You better believe it! Tips on how to prepare and enjoy life after retirement.
Goldstein on Gelt: Measures You Can Take to Protect Your Investment Portfolio
Should you implement precautionary measures that can help minimize the impact of a market crisis on an investment portfolio?
Goldstein on Gelt: The Gender Gap: Why Men and Women Invest Differently
Invested money isn’t the same as a bank account and that not all brokerage firms offer the same services. Learn how to make the most out of your relationship with your brokerage firm
Goldstein on Gelt: Smart Investing Under Stress
How to keep cool, even when markets aren't.
Goldstein on Gelt: Longer Lives Mean Big Changes to Retirement
Is it possible to lower risk in your portfolio? Does using professional money managers lower risk in your investment portfolio?
The Fine Art of Optimism (Podcast)
An interview with Benjamin Zander, conductor of the Boston Philharmonic Orchestra, and author of The Art of Possibility.
How to Be a Successful Mother and Entrepreneur
Author Gail Reynolds offers great advice for Mom's wanting to build a business around their families
Goldstein on Gelt: How Good Communication Skills Can Improve Your Finances
The2 things that can have a direct impact on your family’s financial success...
Goldstein on Gelt: How to Use a Monte Carlo Simulation
How Monte Carlo simulations work and how they can effectively be used for financial planning.
Goldstein on Gelt: Could You Retire Early?
Ever wonder how the rich stay rich?
Why Chess is Important in Everyday Life
In the second part of this week's Goldstein on Gelt podcast, Doug meets chess grandmaster Boris Gelfand, who is currently Israel’s top chess player....
What is the Most Important Part of a Good Investment Strategy?
A discussion on why objectivity should be an important component of your investment strategy and the five emotional triggers that cause the most damage,
Goldstein on Gelt: High Risk, High Reward: Why Smart Investors Look Beyond the Numbers
Are your investments calling the shots in your life?
What Can You Expect From Social Security When You Retire?
Discussion on recent changes to Social Security benefits and how it will effect you.