From the monthly archives:

December 2010

Take Charge of Your Retirement

by Aaron Katsman on December 19, 2010

So you have worked hard all your life, studiously put money into your Israeli pension on a monthly basis and what do you have to show for it?

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Is Now The Time To Invest in Real Estate?

by Aaron Katsman on December 9, 2010

Global real estate markets have been crushed. With prices in some markets 50% lower than they were a few years ago, real estate seems to be cheap. Owning property is part of most asset allocation models, meaning that it serves as a good diversification tool. Even the Talmud is ‘pro’ real estate.

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Hanukkah: What to do With Your Gelt?

by Aaron Katsman on December 7, 2010

With the holiday of Hanukkah upon us, ‘gelt’ or money plays a central role. As both children and some parents (especially those with generous in-laws!) receive cash, the question is what to do with the newfound bonanza.

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Stock Dividend Yields Versus Bond Yields

by Aaron Katsman on December 2, 2010

With global financial markets continuing their volatile ways, many investors have thrown in the towel regarding investing in stocks and have moved all their money into bonds.

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