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The Aaron Katsman Show
In addition to hosting "The Aaron Katsman Show", Aaron Katsman( www.aaronkatsman.com) is the President and CEO of Lighthouse Capital, a boutique wealth management firm based in Jerusalem, Israel. Aaron is licensed as an investment advisor by the Israeli Securities Authority and in the United States by FINRA. Aaron Katsman is also the author of the book, ‘Retirement GPS: How to Navigate Your Way to A Secure Financial Future’, and is a licensed financial professional both in the United States and…
Episodes
- The Aaron Katsman Show
Should You Bail Out Your Adult Child’s Debt?
Should you pay off your adult child’s debt, or would that only enable the behavior that created it? When someone you love is struggling financially, the…
- The Aaron Katsman Show
Two Retirement Mistakes That Can Cost You... and Your Family
What will happen to your money when you’re gone and how much can you safely give away while you’re still here? Without a will, the distribution of your estate…
- The Aaron Katsman Show
Early Retirement: Is it an Option?
Could you afford to retire earlier than you originally planned? Many people assume that early retirement requires reaching a particular savings target. The…
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Why Chasing Hot Investments Can Ruin Your Retirement
Are you investing for retirement or gambling on the next hot trend? Consistently saving money is important, but saving without a sound investment strategy can…
- The Aaron Katsman Show
What Will You Actually Do All Day in Retirement?
How will you spend your time when work no longer structures your day? Many people carefully calculate whether they can afford to retire but devote far less…
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Why High-Income Entrepreneurs Still Struggle to Retire
Are you earning good money today without building the savings you’ll need tomorrow? Entrepreneurs and independent contractors can fall into a dangerous trap: a…
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Social Security Alone Is Not a Retirement Plan
Could you maintain your standard of living on Social Security alone? Many people expect government benefits to carry them through retirement, only to discover…
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A Financial Reset for Rosh Hashanah
Rosh Hashanah is a time for judgment and reflection. Jewish sources teach that our financial circumstances are part of that judgment, making this a fitting…
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When Saving Money Stops You From Living
Are you so focused on saving that you’re afraid to enjoy the money you have? Financial discipline matters, but there comes a point when refusing every lunch…
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Retirement Is Awesome... If You Have a Plan
What will you actually do every day once you retire? Freedom, travel, and time with family can make retirement wonderful, but they won’t necessarily give…
- The Aaron Katsman Show
What If You’re Forced to Retire Earlier Than Planned?
Could your retirement plan survive if your career ended several years earlier than expected? Most people plan around retiring at 65, 67, or even later. A…
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What to Do When You Suddenly Come Into Money
What should you do after receiving an inheritance, selling a home, or otherwise coming into a large sum of money? The excitement and anxiety that accompany a…
- The Aaron Katsman Show
The Money Problems More Wealth Won’t Solve
Why do some money problems remain even after you earn or save more? Many people assume that greater wealth will eliminate their financial problems. Yet the…
- The Aaron Katsman Show
Financial Decision Making as We Age
Could adding your child to a bank account create serious problems for your family? Giving an adult child access to your money may seem like a simple way to…
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How Social Media Comparison Can Wreck Your Finances
Are other people’s highlight reels influencing how you spend your money? Social media makes it easy to compare your ordinary life with someone else’s carefully…
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Why a Diversified Portfolio Beats Chasing Top Performers
Are you building a sound portfolio or simply investing in whatever is hot right now? It’s tempting to chase the stocks and sectors delivering the highest…
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When “Good” Financial Advice Can Do Real Harm
Could your financial advice actually hurt the people you love? Many people are quick to tell family and friends how they should invest their money. The problem…
- The Aaron Katsman Show
Should You Pay Off Your Mortgage Early or Invest?
Should you use extra money to pay off your mortgage or invest it instead? Some financial experts argue that low mortgage rates make investing the better…
- The Aaron Katsman Show
A Financial Checklist for Aging Parents
What would happen if your parents suddenly couldn’t manage their finances? Many families avoid conversations about money, aging, and future care until a crisis…
- The Aaron Katsman Show
Should Your Investment Strategy Change in Your 50s?
Should your investment strategy change as retirement gets closer? For decades, many investors focus on growth. But as retirement moves from a distant goal to a…
- The Aaron Katsman Show
Buying Stocks Is Easy, Selling Is The Hard Part
How do you know when it’s time to sell a stock? Most investors spend a lot of time thinking about what to buy, but far less time deciding when to sell. That…
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Does Your Portfolio Pass the Stress Test?
How much risk should you really be taking? Many investors build portfolios based on what they think they should do rather than what they can actually live with…
- The Aaron Katsman Show
What Actually Makes A Successful Investor
Do you actually need to understand advanced investing theory to be successful? A lot of people think investing requires complicated math, constant research…
- The Aaron Katsman Show
The Dangers Of Buying A House You Can’t Afford
Buying a home is exciting. Overbuying is not. I’m breaking down the financial and emotional dangers of buying a house you can’t really afford, why banks often…
- The Aaron Katsman Show
Can a Daily Money Manager Help Aging Parents?
Aging parents living on their own creates all kinds of financial and logistical challenges, especially when family lives far away. Today we're discussing the…
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Your Grandma’s Portfolio Is Wrong For You
You received an inheritance. Now what? For a lot of people, the instinct is to act quickly, hold onto what was given to them, or assume the portfolio they…
- The Aaron Katsman Show
Setting Up Finances For Early Retirement
Can you really retire early just because the numbers look good? A lot of people assume that once they hit a certain savings goal, they’re set. But early…
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Israel Independence Day And Your Financial Independence
Are you actually financially independent? With Israel celebrating Independence Day in the middle of everything going on, it’s a good time to think about what…
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Iranian War and Enjoying Your Money
Are you saving too much… or not enough? With everything going on right now, it’s easy to start rethinking your money, whether that means holding on tighter or…
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What Resistance Training Teaches About Building Wealth
What does resistance training have to do with building wealth? More than you think. New research analyzing over 30,000 participants found that the biggest…
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World War 3 and Your Portfolio
Should you be worried about your investments during war? With headlines warning about global conflict, oil price spikes, and worst-case scenarios, many…
- The Aaron Katsman Show
Clean Up Your Financial Life This Passover
What does Passover cleaning have to do with your financial life? As we prepare for Pesach, we spend time scrubbing, organizing, and clearing out what we don’t…
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Fear the Instagram Retirement
Is social media giving you a completely unrealistic picture of retirement? From luxury travel to “living your best life,” Instagram and other platforms are…
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Investing During War: The Biggest Mistake to Avoid
Can war and scary headlines derail your investment strategy? With markets reacting to global conflict and nonstop predictions of financial disaster, many…
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How to Break Free from Fear-Based Frugality
Can fear-based frugality actually hurt your financial health? I'm exploring the fascinating psychology behind why some people struggle to spend even when…
- The Aaron Katsman Show
Are You Saving Too Much For Retirement?
Should you actually be spending more money as you get older? Many retirement plans assume spending stays flat, but real life doesn’t work that way. I break…
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Should You Buy Israeli Real Estate as an Investment?
Is buying an investment property in Israel still a smart financial move? Prices have risen dramatically, but low rental yields, higher interest rates, taxes…
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Super Bowl Champs Seahawks and Diversification
How do you build an investment portfolio that isn’t at the mercy of a single stock or sector? Diversification is one of the most fundamental principles of…
- The Aaron Katsman Show
How Financial Scams Target Your Aging Parents
How can you protect your aging parents from becoming victims of financial fraud and scams? With Americans over 70 controlling $53 trillion in wealth, seniors…
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Is Home Equity Real Wealth?
Is your home equity making you wealthier, or are you just trapped in an expensive house? I'm breaking down why the "experts" who claim home equity isn't real…
- The Aaron Katsman Show
Financial Planning Really Works
Think goal-based investing is just financial advisor jargon that doesn't really matter? Think again. I'm sharing real conversations I'm having with clients…
- The Aaron Katsman Show
Historical Returns Show Stock Market is Tops For Investing
Wondering which investments actually win over the long term? I'm diving into nearly a century of market data that reveals the truth about stocks, real estate…
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Is the AI Bubble About to Burst?
Worried about when the AI bubble will burst? Here's the reality: you almost certainly can't time it, and trying to will likely cost you more than the bubble…
- The Aaron Katsman Show
Make a Good Stock Pick? Don't Think You Are Now an Amazing Investor
Wondering why your friend's hot stock tip might cost you serious money? I'm unpacking the data on investor overconfidence and why people who think they've…
- The Aaron Katsman Show
Spending More Early in Retirement
Is retirement a marathon or a sprint? I'm challenging the conventional wisdom that says to pace yourself in retirement and exploring why your most vibrant…
- The Aaron Katsman Show
Teaching Good Money Habits on Hanukkah
What if Hanukkah gelt is actually the antidote to a culture obsessed with instant gratification and spending money you don't have? I'm unpacking how this…
- The Aaron Katsman Show
Stock Market Surging Year End Planning
Nervous about your portfolio after the market's stellar run? I'm tackling the classic investor dilemma: why we panic when we make money and panic when we lose…
- The Aaron Katsman Show
Build Up Cash Reserves as You Near Retirement
Worried that a market drop will ruin your retirement? You’re not alone. This week, I’m walking through how one couple created a simple system that protects…
- The Aaron Katsman Show
Bank of Israel Finally Cuts Interest Rates
Did the Bank of Israel’s rate cut actually accomplish anything? I’m digging into the quarter-percent drop that has everyone talking and what this move could…
- The Aaron Katsman Show
Picking Stocks to Beat the Market
Think outperforming the stock market is as simple as picking a few superstar stocks? The data tells a very different story. I’m unpacking why most investors…
- The Aaron Katsman Show
Once a Miser Always a Miser
If you only had a year to live, would you still stress over every dollar you spend? This week, we're digging into the tension between enjoying your money today…
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Patience is a Virtue in Investing and Financial Planning
What’s the rush? Too many people inherit money or get a big payout and feel like they need to invest it yesterday. The truth is, the only thing you’ll gain…
- The Aaron Katsman Show
Real Estate Versus a Traditional Investment Portfolio
Ever wonder why financial advisors aren't all real estate tycoons? I'm pulling back the curtain on the real estate vs. traditional investment showdown. From…
- The Aaron Katsman Show
Does More Money Bring More Happiness
How much is too much when it comes to saving? I’m tackling the age-old dilemma of balancing frugality with actually enjoying your hard-earned cash. From…
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Trying to Predict Your Financial Future
Can you really predict your financial future? Spoiler: you can’t. I’m sharing some honest truths about financial planning simulators and why they often miss…
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Feast of Tabernacles and Asset Allocation
Is your portfolio working together or pulling apart? This Sukkot reminds us that unity creates strength — in families, in communities, and in finances. I’m…
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You Can Spend More in Retirement
Are you ready to retire or just ready to worry? I'm breaking down the retirement spending conundrum and why your fear of running out of money might be costing…
- The Aaron Katsman Show
Shana Tova: A New Year to Get on Solid Financial Footing
Ever wondered how to turn your financial resolutions into reality? I'm dishing out the secret sauce to transforming your money habits without losing your mind…
- The Aaron Katsman Show
How Much Money Do You Need For a Secure Retirement?
How much do we really spend in retirement? Spoiler: It's probably more than you think. I'm debunking the 70% myth and sharing why leisure equals money spent…
- The Aaron Katsman Show
What To Do If You Suddenly Came Into Millions?
Think inheriting money means instant luxury? Think again. I'm breaking down why your windfall dreams might be more fantasy than reality, and how to avoid…