Living the life of an Orthodox Jew in the 21st Century often necessitates a very significant income. Unfortunately, many are struggling to keep up. The Problem Is Bigger Than We Realize The cost of life for an Orthodox family with children can range from $150,000 to $350,000 or more, depending on city and schools of choice, lifestyle choices and number of children. The median income in America is $68,000 per family. This means that a family would potentially need to be in the top 5% of all i ...
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Financial expert Jonathan Shenkman shares practical insights on building and preserving wealth in 2025 and beyond. Whether you're just starting out, approaching retirement, or simply want to refine your investment approach, this conversation is for you. Email: Jonathan@ParkBridgeWealth.com To listen to his podcast: https://www.parkbridgewealth.com/…
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Will Money Exist in the Messianic Era? Rabbi Reveals Eye-Opening Teachings
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Rabbi Lawrence Hajioff is one of the world’s most knowledgeable rabbis on the coming of the Messiah, the End of Days and the Resurrection of the Dead. He shared fascinating teachings on the role of money after Moshiach’s arrival, the significance of bitcoin, and what happens after we die. Mind-blowing. Rabbi Hajioff’s book is a must-have and is cur…
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I'm Headed to Prison Tomorrow Morning - My Honest Money Confession
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Eli Tilson, a real estate professional and father of four facing a prison sentence, joins us to share his story—how things went wrong, what he’s learned, and why he’s choosing to speak out. He hopes his experience can be a wake-up call for others. Learn more about the organizations supporting him: The Aleph Institute can be found at https://aleph-i…
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7 Commodities More Valuable Than Money
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If you're new to the Kosher Money Podcast, it's a show about money—the things they don't teach you in school—explored from a Jewish perspective. While we often discuss investing and managing finances, today's episode takes a different approach. Join us as Rabbi Daniel Glatstein, who has quickly amassed over 100,000 YouTube subscribers, shares insig…
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In this episode, Dr. John Delony explores the hidden challenges of success, focusing on the loneliness and mental health struggles many high achievers face. But it's more than that: more than half of the U.S. are said to be living paycheck to paycheck, so how does one find joy in the stress of all of that? Dr. Delony also offers practical advice on…
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Why Is Jewish Tuition So Expensive?! A School Director Opens Up
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I'm nervous to do an episode on tuition at Jewish schools and Yeshivos. It's always a loaded topic with questions and voice notes flying into my phone from passionate parents and school reps. Hopefully, this conversation with Mrs. Ahuvah Heyman, a school director of a girls' school with over 500 students, is helpful and enlightening. Mrs. Heyman ca…
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Dave Ramsey’s Step-By-Step Instructions to Building Wealth (and the Mistakes to Avoid)
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Psst, do you want to build wealth? Who doesn’t? But what steps do you need to take to accumulate money? What common mistakes do people make that cause them to fall behind? We visited Dave Ramsey in his studio in Franklin, Tennessee to explore his famous Baby Steps and how millionaires are made. We hit him with some awesome questions throughout our …
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Buying vs. Leasing Cars in 2024 | What No One Tells You
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Yossi Levi, aka Car Dealership Guy, knows more about cars and the auto market than anyone I know. He shared insider secrets and guidance if you're thinking about purchasing, leasing or selling a car. There's even goodies in here on maintenance. Which car to go after? Which car to stay away from? Are electric vehicles the way to go? What practical a…
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90% of People Can Make More Money Using Her Advice
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It's not every day you hear from someone helping people make thousands... no, tens of thousands... maybe even hundreds of thousands of dollars more per year. This is that episode. Its potential to impact families and multiple generations is immense with 90% of workers in the U.S. being employed by someone else. A few days before October 7th, 2023, …
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Money Expert Brilliantly Exposes The American Finance Trap
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Meet Igor Meystelman, a debt specialist who gives us an inside look into the world of debt. He uncovers the real truth behind credit cards like you've never heard before and shares eye-opening stories about the debt people are facing behind closed doors. He was so eloquent and quite a few of the things he shares will really open your mind. To conta…
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How Are People Affording Homes in 2024?! [Breaking Down The Real Numbers]
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Have you ever wondered how many people get financial help from their parents when purchasing a home? What mistakes do people make when it comes to buying or selling a home? What should people know about interest rates? What are strategies for building wealth through real estate? We spoke with Yael Ishakis, a loan officer with FM Home Loans, who dro…
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I Was a Teenage Drug Lord Getting Rich and Making Enemies: The Yankel Meislin Story
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Our newest Kosher Money episode is the incredible, gripping story of Yankel Meislin, a boy from Long Island whose past involves drug dealing, gangs and hundreds of thousands of dollars of hidden cash. Yankel's jaw-dropping tale is a powerful reminder that true success isn't just about money but living a life with real values. His transition into a …
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A Jewish Therapist Shares What She Sees Behind Closed Doors | KOSHER MONEY
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How can the Jewish community live with wealth without the addiction of consumption jeopardizing our mental health? Meet Dr. Debra Alper who wrote a fantastic article on the topic here: https://18forty.org/articles/affluence-money-mental-health/ We had an enlightening conversation with Dr. Alper, a seasoned clinical psychologist, who dives deep into…
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Don't Make These Mistakes | Brutally Honest Money Advice from One of the World's Wealthiest Jews
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If you started from $0 today and wanted to get wealthy, what would you do? What money mistakes prevent people from making money? What is a smart approach to investing? What should you do if three people approach you in a dark alley? Who's gonna win the presidency in 2024? Meet Dr. Rich Roberts, an entrepreneur and philanthropist from Lakewood, NJ w…
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The Man Who Left Wall Street to Find Meaning and Millions | KOSHER MONEY
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Join us as we delve into the fascinating journey of Mort Fertel, a visionary entrepreneur and relationship expert, whose path from a small town outside Philadelphia to the pinnacle of success is a testament to innovation, resilience, and the transformative power of faith. His encounter with Orthodox Judaism marked a pivotal turn, deepening his ques…
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The Hasidic Man Who Created Millions Out of Nothing | KOSHER MONEY
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Embark on an extraordinary journey with us as we unfold the remarkable tale of a Hasidic man who arrived on American shores with nothing but ambition. Witness his transformation from being penniless to becoming a prosperous icon of success, crafting a multi-million dollar empire from the ground up with the help of Hashem. His story is not just one …
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How the Rich Avoid Paying Taxes (and How You Can, Too)
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According to a 2021 study, the wealthiest 400 billionaire families in the United States paid an average federal individual tax rate of just 8.2 percent. For comparison, the average American taxpayer in the same year paid 13 percent. So, what do the rich know that you don't? For one, the rich are proactive tax planners. Me? You? We're reactive when …
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How Jews View Money Differently Than Everyone Else
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What is money? How does Judaism view money? Does it view it differently than the rest of the world? Rabbi Simon Jacobson has enlightened millions of people across the world with his genius insights and eloquent words on practically everything Judaism has to offer. We had the privilege of sitting down with Rabbi Jacobson (yes, he is Rabbi YY’s broth…
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A Successful Businessman Shares his Playbook on How to Give Back
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What would you do if you woke up and suddenly had hundreds of millions of dollars in the bank? Meet Bentzion Heitner, a hard-working Canadian businessman and philanthropist who sold his business for many hundreds of millions of dollars not too long ago. Since then, he’s given millions away to charities across the world. He’s lived in New Zealand, A…
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I Asked a Rabbi for Life Gems and Monetary Guidance — His Answers Blew Me Away (feat. R' Aryeh Lebowitz)
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Take a peek inside the inbox and mind of Rabbi Aryeh Lebowitz who has fielded thousands of questions from across the world. To reach Rabbi Lebowitz, you can email BKNWrabbi@gmail.com ✬ SPONSORS OF EPISODE 64 ✬ ► COLEL CHABAD: Please help Israel as they need all the help they can get! Visit https://www.ColelChabad.org/KosherMoney to make a much-need…
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Spending is Slowly Destroying Jewish Communities from Within
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The cost of an Orthodox Jewish living isn't low. But do we make the challenge harder on ourselves? Put another way, if I come to the Rabbi and say "Good news! I just received a 5% raise and I'm now making $175,000! I've made it! Finally, time to breathe." How would he respond? We went through that and more with Rabbi Eliezer Gewirtzman who eloquent…
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What Successful People Know That Most People Don't (Featuring Jason Feifer)
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So you're looking to be successful? There's no shortcut, but there's something you should know, says Jason Feifer, editor-in-chief of Entrepreneur magazine. Change is inevitable. How you prepare for it and react to it will separate you from the pack. Jason shares stories throughout history that brings this point home. Heed his advice and control th…
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Answering Age-Old Money Questions with Rav Yitzchak Breitowitz
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Meet one of the smartest Jews in the world. Rabbi Yitzchak Breitowitz is a distinguished figure known for his contributions in both Jewish scholarship and law. He was born in April 1954 in New York to Holocaust survivor parents. Rabbi Breitowitz's educational background includes graduating magna cum laude from Harvard Law School and receiving his R…
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He is a Jewish Millionaire Sharing His Top Money Advice for The First Time
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Steve Goodman went bankrupt, got cancer and faced all sorts of adversity. Shmuel Goodman built himself anew and says he is the luckiest guy in the world. His life story is transformative, captivating and full of lessons and wisdom. Enjoy! ✬ SPONSORS OF EPISODE 60 ✬ ► COLEL CHABAD: Please help Israel as they need all the help they can get! Visit htt…
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Inside the Mind of a Jewish Hedge Fund Manager (with Jason Lieber)
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Oh, this episode is a really, really good episode. Incorporate what hedge fund manager Jason Lieber has to say and you'll be in a much better financial frame of mind. Contact Jason Lieber at Jason@mydacapital.com ✬ SPONSORS OF EPISODE 59 ✬ ► COLEL CHABAD: Please help Israel's neediest! Visit https://www.ColelChabad.org/KosherMoney to make a much-ne…
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