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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 the complex relationship between financial stress and mental health.She sheds light on how societal pressures and personal financial management can significantly impact our psychological well-being. She offers practical advice for families on educating young adults about finances without instilling fear.She explores the concept of self-worth beyond financial success, providing valuable insights into living a more fulfilled and balanced life.Whether you're dealing with financial anxiety or looking to understand the broader societal impacts of wealth, this discussion is a must-watch!Contact: dalper@kadimapsyc.com and https://www.kadimapsyc.com/✬ SPONSORS OF EPISODE 71 ✬► COLEL CHABAD: Please help Israel as the country and its people need all the help they can get! Visit https://www.ColelChabad.org/KosherMoney to make a much-needed donation!► TWILLORY: Get $18 OFF your first purchase of absolutely comfortable clothing for today's casual professional look. Use code CHAI at https://Twillory.com/KosherMoney► THE DONOR'S FUND: More people are using this banklike system for charity. With a sleek mobile app or desktop solution, you can keep all your charity giving in a single place, plus there are about a dozen additional perks. Get your account here: https://thedonorsfund.org/koshermoneyCHAPTERS:0:00 Intro1:02 Meet Dr. Alper1:47 Finance and Mental Health3:49 Finance Education for Children7:38 Financial Rat Race10:38 Communal Effect on Finances13:44 Colel Chabad14:55 Financial Transparency17:22 Shame and Finance 19:25 Reasons for Overspending 20:50 Social Comparisons23:10 Social Standards27:46 Twillory28:48 Self Worth & Net Worth30:27 Writing 18Forty Article 31:37 Tech, Social Media, Finance, & Mental Health36:12 Tech Education for Children39:04 The Donors Fund41:08 Spendings and Values46:07 The Field of Psychology  50:21 Attitude Towards Money Over Time52:41 Thank You, Dr. Alper52:54 Outro✬ Donate and Inspire Millions (Tax-Deductible) ✬Your generous donation enables us at Living Lchaim to share uplifting & insightful content! https://www.livinglchaim.com/donateFollow Kosher Money for Bonus Shorts:TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@koshermoneypodInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/koshermoneypodFollow Living Lchaim for More Goodies:TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@livinglchaimInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/livinglchaim/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/livinglchaimLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/living-lchaimFree Call-In-To-Listen Hotline:USA: 605-477-2100UK: 0333-366-0154ISRAEL: 079-579-5088Need financial guidance? Get help from our friends at https://LivingSmarterJewish.org/WhatsApp feedback to 1-914-222-5513All investment strategies and investments involve risk of loss. Nothing contained in our content, ads and videos should be construed as investment or actual life advice.#KosherMoney #KosherMoneyPod #Money #JewishMoney #MentalHealth

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 who sold his pharmaceutical business in 2012 for $800 million.We asked him those questions and more at a sit-down in his home.You can find Dr. Rich Roberts' YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRichardRoberts✬ SPONSORS OF EPISODE 70 ✬► TWILLORY: Stock up on polos, button-downs, blazers, pants and more by Friday, March 29th, 2024 with code Pesach18 ($18 off $250+) or Pesach36 ($36 off $350+). If it's after that date, get $18 OFF your first purchase of absolutely comfortable clothing for today's casual professional look. Use code CHAI (which means 18 in Hebrew) at https://Twillory.com/KosherMoney► THE DONOR'S FUND: More and more people are using this banklike system for charity. With a sleek mobile app or desktop solution, you can keep all your charity giving in a single place, plus there are about a dozen or more additional perks. Legit. Get your account here: https://thedonorsfund.org/koshermoney► COLEL CHABAD: Please help Israel as the country and its people need all the help they can get! Visit https://www.ColelChabad.org/KosherMoney to make a much-needed donation! They're counting on us.✬ Donate and Inspire Millions (Tax-Deductible) ✬Your generous donation enables us at Living Lchaim to share uplifting messages globally, enrich lives, and foster positive change worldwide! Thank you! 🙏 ➡️ https://www.livinglchaim.com/donate__________________________________Follow Kosher Money on Social Media for Bonus Shorts:TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@koshermoneypodInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/koshermoneypodFollow Living Lchaim for More Goodies:TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@livinglchaimInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/livinglchaim/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/livinglchaimLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/living-lchaim____________________________________Free Call-In-To-Listen Hotline:USA: (605) 477-2100UK: 0333-366-0154ISRAEL: 079-579-5088Need financial guidance? Get help from our friends at https://LivingSmarterJewish.org/WhatsApp us at 1-914-222-5513 - we love feedback, legit!Subscribe to our YouTube channel for more great content! :)Oh, and all investment strategies and investments involve risk of loss. Nothing contained in this episode or any of our episodes, ads and videos should be construed as investment or actual life advice.#KosherMoney #KosherMoneyPod #Money #JewishMoney #LakewoodNJ[If you listened to the end of the outro, here's my new favorite song from the Thank You Hashem team » https://youtu.be/mACVOoUCkXM]

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 quest for meaning and guiding his entrepreneurial spirit toward ventures that not only seek profit but also enrich lives.Mort reveals how adversity fueled his passion for creating real change, leading to the birth of Marriage Fitness and the revolutionary laundry service app, Poplin.His journey is a vivid illustration of how one can harness the power of faith and entrepreneurial acumen to transform challenges into opportunities for success and service.Tune in to uncover Mort Fertel's unique insights into building a multi-faceted empire grounded in Jewish values, and learn how dedication, faith, and a desire to make a difference can turn the boldest visions into a stunning reality.To contact Mort Fertel, visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/mortfertel/Mort's Book Recommendations:The Psychology of Money » https://amzn.to/49IuqOW The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People » https://amzn.to/48KUlEs ✬ SPONSORS OF EPISODE 69 ✬ ► TWILLORY: Get $18 OFF your first purchase of absolutely comfortable clothing for today's casual professional look. Use code CHAI (which means 18 in Hebrew) at https://Twillory.com/KosherMoney - Limited Time Offer, On a $139 Purchase. ENJOY! ► THE DONOR'S FUND: More and more people are using this banklike system for charity. With a sleek mobile app or desktop solution, you can keep all your charity giving in a single place, plus there are about a dozen or more additional perks. Legit. Get your account here: https://thedonorsfund.org/koshermoney ► COLEL CHABAD: Please help Israel as the country and its people need all the help they can get! Visit https://www.ColelChabad.org/KosherMoney to make a much-needed donation! They're counting on us. CHAPTERS: 00:00:00 - Early Beginnings00:02:30 - Sports to Success00:05:45 - Wall Street and Beyond00:08:10 - Quest for Meaning00:11:20 - Embracing Judaism00:14:00 - Marriage Fitness Creation00:17:25 - Launching Poppin00:20:40 - Impact and Philosophy00:33:00 - Network Effect and Scaling00:36:15 - Raising Capital00:39:30 - Strategic Investments00:42:45 - Global Vision00:45:55 - Entrepreneurial Mindset00:49:10 - Legacy and Lessons00:52:25 - Financial Wisdom00:55:40 - Looking Ahead Follow Kosher Money on Social Media for Bonus Shorts: TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@koshermoneypod Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/koshermoneypod Follow Living Lchaim for More Goodies: TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@livinglchaim Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/livinglchaim/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/livinglchaim LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/living-lchaim Free Call-In-To-Listen Hotline: USA: (605) 477-2100 UK: 0333-366-0154 ISRAEL: 079-579-5088 Need financial guidance? Get help from our friends at https://LivingSmarterJewish.org/ WhatsApp us at 1-914-222-5513 - we love feedback, legit! Subscribe to our YouTube channel for more great content! :) Oh, and all investment strategies and investments involve risk of loss. Nothing contained in this episode or any of our episodes, ads and videos should be construed as investment advice. #podcast #poplin #koshermoney #laundry #money #laundrypros

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 of accumulating wealth but also of unwavering faith, relentless perseverance, and a steadfast commitment to Jewish values. He was kind enough to visit the Living Lchaim studio and share the lessons he learned along the way.Watch now and discover the secrets behind turning bold visions into breathtaking reality.To contact R' Yonasan Schwartz with your follow up questions, comments and more, email him at 2328655@gmail.com CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro00:47 - Rav Yonasan Schwartz’s Background05:47 - Exploring Passions07:17 - Why Toys?08:18 - Embracing Risks in Business Beginnings10:23 - Small Strides, Great Success: The Power of Incremental Growth13:06 - Hasidic Jews in Business15:46 - The Donors’ Fund17:35 - Don’t Play the Victim Card20:46 - The Hasidic Mentality in Business22:43 - Rethinking the Role of Formal Education in Business"26:37 - Digital Compassion: The Ripple Effect of Kindness on WhatsApp28:49 - Balancing Tradition: Navigating Modern Excess in Jewish Celebrations38:49 - Twillory40:00 - Continuing to Navigate Modern Excess in Jewish Celebrations49:51- Building Tomorrow: The Importance of Educating the Future Generations51:52 - Navigating Business Success in the Digital Age53:43 - Colel Chabad55:16 - The Tranquility of the Sabbath57:08 - Additional Thoughts From Rav Yonasan1:01:48 - How You Can Reach Rav Yonasan1:02:24 - LivingSmarterJewish.org1:03:34 - Outro✬ SPONSORS OF EPISODE 68 ✬ ► THE DONOR'S FUND: More and more people are using this banklike system for charity. With a sleek mobile app or desktop solution, you can keep all your charity giving in a single place, plus there are about a dozen or more additional perks. Legit. Get your account here: https://thedonorsfund.org/koshermoney► TWILLORY: Get $18 OFF your first purchase of absolutely comfortable clothing for today's casual professional look. Use code CHAI (which means 18 in Hebrew) at https://Twillory.com/KosherMoney - Limited Time Offer, On a $139 Purchase. ENJOY!► COLEL CHABAD: Please help Israel as the country and its people need all the help they can get! Visit https://www.ColelChabad.org/KosherMoney to make a much-needed donation! They're counting on us.Follow Kosher Money on Social Media for Bonus Shorts:TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@koshermoneypod Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/koshermoneypod Follow Living Lchaim for More Goodies:TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@livinglchaim Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/livinglchaim/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/livinglchaim LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/living-lchaim Free Call-In-To-Listen Hotline:USA: (605) 477-2100UK: 0333-366-0154ISRAEL: 079-579-5088Need financial guidance? Get help from our friends at https://LivingSmarterJewish.org/WhatsApp us at 1-914-222-5513 - we love feedback, legit!Subscribe to our YouTube channel for more great content! :)Oh, and all investment strategies and investments involve risk of loss. Nothing contained in this episode or any of our episodes, ads and videos should be construed as investment advice.#podcast #yonasanschwartz #koshermoney #millionaire #money

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 it comes to our taxes.We pay AFTER the fact when there's so much we could've done ahead of time to help us keep more of the money we make.We sat with Elliot Pepper who has got a heck of a lot of initials after his name. He helps people plan their financial futures through ACTIONABLE and PROACTIVE tax planning and preparation. This episode of Kosher Money is anything but boring. It's informative and fun. To contact Elliot with your follow up questions, comments and more, visit https://www.northbrookfinancial.com/CHAPTERS:0:00 Intro1:29 Meet Elliot Pepper2:47 There's a Tax Game4:50 Strategy Encouraged by the Government6:13 The Proactive Tax Approach9:54 Wealth Raises the Stakes12:01 Finding the Right Accountant 18:01 W2 vs. W9 Form19:42 Twillory21.59 W9 Form23:09 LLC Benefits30:09 Filling Out a W433:13 Pay Taxes Now or Later35:26 Standard Deduction & Itemized Deductions39:09 An Interesting Strategy 42:29 The Donors Fund44.51 Write-Offs47:35 401k and IRA Retirement Plans51:17 Roth Retirement Plan52:48 Setting Up Retirement Plan56:25 IRA Contributions57:25 Start a Plan Now 59:56 Scammer Risks 1:02:22 HSA - Health Savings Account1:05:59 Dependant Care Credit1:08:27 Colel Chabad1:10:15 529 Education Account1:14:41 Life Events & Saving Strategies1:17:46 Business Organizational Tips1:19:44 Tax Audits1:23:44 Elliot Pepper’s Work1:24:47 Book Recommendation1:26:01 Contact Info & Thank You1:27:06 Outro & Bonus Tip✬ SPONSORS ✬► TWILLORY: Get $18 OFF your first purchase of absolutely comfortable clothing for today's casual professional look. Use code CHAI (which means 18 in Hebrew) at https://Twillory.com/KosherMoney - Limited Time Offer, On a $139 Purchase. ENJOY!► THE DONOR'S FUND: More and more people are using this banklike system for charity. With a sleek mobile app or desktop solution, you can keep all your charity giving in a single place, plus there are about a dozen or more additional perks. Legit. Get your account here: https://thedonorsfund.org/koshermoney► COLEL CHABAD: Please help Israel as the country and its people need all the help they can get! Visit https://www.ColelChabad.org/KosherMoney to make a much-needed donation! They're counting on us.  __________________________________Follow Kosher Money on Social Media for Bonus Shorts:TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@koshermoneypodInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/koshermoneypodFree Call-In-To-Listen Hotline:USA: (605) 477-2100UK: 0333-366-0154ISRAEL: 079-579-5088Need financial guidance? Need a resource? Get help from our friends at https://LivingSmarterJewish.org/WhatsApp us at 1-914-222-5513 - we love feedback, legit!Subscribe to our YouTube channel for more great content! :)Oh, and all investment strategies and investments involve risk of loss. Nothing contained in this episode or any of our episodes, ads and videos should be construed as investment advice.#podcast #money #taxes #writeoffs #accountant #koshermoney

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 brother) to discuss Eli’s burning money questions.To learn more about Rabbi Simon Jacobson’s work and reach out, visit https://www.meaningfullife.com/Be sure to subscribe to his YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/user/Meaningfullife  ✬ SPONSORS OF EPISODE 66 ✬  ► COLEL CHABAD: Please help Israel as the country and its people need all the help they can get! Visit https://www.ColelChabad.org/KosherMoney to make a much-needed donation! They're counting on us.  ► TWILLORY: Get $18 OFF your first purchase of absolutely comfortable clothing for today's casual professional look. Use code CHAI (which means 18 in Hebrew) at https://Twillory.com/KosherMoney - Limited Time Offer, On a $139 Purchase. ENJOY!  ► THE DONOR'S FUND: More and more people are using this banklike system for charity, especially for year-end tax deductions. Takes less than 60 seconds to create a free account, deposit money and immediately receive a receipt. The best part? You can then allocate that money to charities NEXT YEAR (and beyond). Sleek mobile app. Sign up here: https://thedonorsfund.org/koshermoney Follow Kosher Money on social media: TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@koshermoneypod Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/koshermoneypod Free call-in-to-listen feature:  🇺🇸 USA: (605) 477-2100  🇬🇧 UK: 0333-366-0154  🇮🇱 ISRAEL: 079-579-5088 Need financial guidance? Get help from our awesome friends at https://LivingSmarterJewish.org/WhatsApp us at 1-914-222-5513 - we love feedback, legit! Subscribe to our YouTube channel for more great content! :) Oh, and again: all investment strategies and investments involve risk of loss. Nothing contained in this episode or any of our episodes, ads and videos should be construed as investment advice.BONUS: The Jewish Entrepreneur (TJE) provides business professionals and start-up companies with free mentorship and guidance necessary to establish a successful, thriving business. Get or Become a Mentor Here: https://tjenetwork.com/#podcast #money #rabbi #chabad #koshermoney

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, Australia, London and has been in Toronto since 1981. Oh, and he married a girl from Austria for good measure. You’ll notice his unique accent as a world traveler.Mr. Heitner shared what inspires him, as well as the challenges he faces in the relatively unique position he is in. He gives so much of his money away, which makes him the perfect person to speak to about how to give charity, the connections he makes along the way, why he gives and where.He also dropped valuable advice for those who want to create a SUCCESSFUL business.If you have comments, you can reach his team at info@heitnergroup.com.A special shoutout to Motty Meijer who helped make this episode a reality. If you're in the market for promotional items or uniforms for your business or organization, consider Motty's Head to Toe Promos and Head to Toe Uniforms:• https://www.headtotoeuniforms.com• https://www.headtotoepromos.com/✬ SPONSORS OF EPISODE 65 ✬ ► TWILLORY: Get $18 OFF your first purchase of absolutely comfortable clothing for today's casual professional look. Use code CHAI (which means 18 in Hebrew) at https://Twillory.com/KosherMoney - Limited Time Offer, On a $139 Purchase. ENJOY!    ► THE DONOR'S FUND: More and more people are using this banklike system for charity, especially for year-end tax deductions. Takes less than 60 seconds to create a free account, deposit money and immediately receive a receipt. The best part? You can then allocate that money to charities NEXT YEAR (and beyond). Sleek mobile app. Get a free account: https://thedonorsfund.org/koshermoney► COLEL CHABAD: Please help Israel as they need all the help they can get! Visit https://www.ColelChabad.org/KosherMoney to make a much-needed donation! They're counting on you.    Free call-in-to-listen feature: • USA: 605-477-2100 • UK: 0333-366-0154 • ISRAEL: 079-579-5088 Need financial guidance? Get help at https://LivingSmarterJewish.org/ WhatsApp us feedback at 1-914-222-5513!Subscribe to our YouTube channel for more great content! :) We got other shows here: https://www.livinglchaim.com/ BONUS: Listen to Rabbi Naftali Horowitz's fire speech at the Toronto Jewish Network conference - https://www.torahanytime.com/#/lectures?v=276060 #podcast #money #business #charity #koshermoney

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-needed donation! They're counting on you. ► THE DONOR'S FUND: More and more people are using this banklike system for charity, especially for year-end tax deductions. Takes less than 60 seconds to create a free account, deposit money and immediately receive a receipt. The best part? You can then allocate that money to charities NEXT YEAR (and beyond). Sleek mobile app. Sign up here: https://thedonorsfund.org/koshermoney ► TWILLORY: Get $18 OFF your first purchase of absolutely comfortable clothing for today's casual professional look. Use code CHAI (which means 18 in Hebrew) at https://Twillory.com/KosherMoney - Limited Time Offer, On a $139 Purchase. ENJOY! Need financial guidance? Get help from our awesome friends at https://LivingSmarterJewish.org/ For bonus content on our episodes, visit http://Mishpacha.com or pick up a mag!Subscribe to our YouTube channel for more great content! :) #podcast #money #halacha #finance #ponzi

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 eloquently shared his research, insights and guidance to everyone looking to live within their means (and a happier life as a result).To reach Rabbi Gewirtzman, you can email RabbiGewirtzman@gmail.com✬ SPONSORS OF EPISODE 63 ✬► THE DONOR'S FUND: More and more people are using this banklike system for charity, especially for year-end tax deductions. Takes less than 60 seconds to create a free account, deposit money and immediately receive a receipt. The best part? You can then allocate that money to charities NEXT YEAR (and beyond). Sleek mobile app. Sign up here: https://thedonorsfund.org/koshermoney► TWILLORY: Get $18 OFF your first purchase of absolutely comfortable clothing for today's casual professional look. Use code CHAI (which means 18 in Hebrew) at https://Twillory.com/KosherMoney - Limited Time Offer, On a $139 Purchase. ENJOY!► COLEL CHABAD: Please help Israel as they need all the help they can get! Visit https://www.ColelChabad.org/KosherMoney to make a much-needed donation! They're counting on you.Rabbi Gewirtzman's other classes are available on...Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/r-eliezer-gewirtzman/id1716606746Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reliezergewirtzmanFollow Kosher Money on social media:TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@koshermoneypodInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/koshermoneypodFollow Living Lchaim on social media:TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@livinglchaimInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/livinglchaim/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/livinglchaimLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/living-lchaimFree call-in-to-listen feature:• USA: 605-477-2100• UK: 0333-366-0154• ISRAEL: 079-579-5088Need financial guidance? Get help from our friends at https://LivingSmarterJewish.org/WhatsApp us at 1-914-222-5513 - we love feedback, legit!For bonus content on our episodes, visit http://Mishpacha.com or pick up a new Mishpacha magazine weekly!Subscribe to our YouTube channel for more awesome content! :)More shows here: https://www.livinglchaim.com/BONUS: Enjoy our favorite books here - https://tinyurl.com/FavKMbooks#podcast #money #jewishmoney #finance #jewish