Kosher Money

with Eli Langer

Money plays a central role in the life of an Orthodox Jew, not just practically but spiritually. From the costs of Jewish education and kosher living to the deeper meaning of earning and spending in a...

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How to Invest Wisely in 2026

We dive into one of the most important parts of personal finance: building wealth that actually lasts. • Is it possible to grow wealth quickly? • How can ordinary people invest wisely in 2026? • What does it really mean to “pay yourself first”? • Which investing mistakes do most people make? To walk us through it, we sat down with Jonathan Shenkman, a financial adviser who has spent nearly two decades helping families take control of their money. He explains how to set up savings that run automatically, how to choose the right investment accounts, and why keeping things simple often beats trying to outsmart the market. We also talk about how to organize your accounts, communicate about money with your spouse, and spend in a way that feels both responsible and enjoyable. It is a straightforward, practical conversation that gives real-world guidance (not advice, duh) on how to save, invest, and live with financial peace of mind, with God's help. 👉 ✬ SPONSORS OF EPISODE 104 ✬ ► THE BUSINESS ORGANIZER – Feeling stuck in your own business? You're not alone. Sruly Schonfeld helps overwhelmed entrepreneurs get unstuck. Whether you speak English or Yiddish, he's reportedly phenomenal. Visit ⁠https://SrulySchonfeld.com to learn more. Email ⁠I⁠nfo@SrulySchonfeld.com or call 347-939-9959 for your business therapist. You can also WhatsApp Sruly here: ⁠https://wa.link/rk1grx⁠ ► TWILLORY – Premium menswear that works hard and looks even better. Grab year-end deals and bundled savings at https://Twillory.com/KosherMoney ► BITBEAN – Turn your business ideas into custom software that scales. Learn more: bitbean.link/4edg53 ► COLEL CHABAD – Supporting families in Israel since 1788. Give today and make a real difference: https://ColelChabad.org/KosherMoney ***** • You can email Jonathan here: Jonathan@ParkBridgeWealth.com • Here's his firm's site: https://www.parkbridgewealth.com • Previous Kosher Money episode with Jonathan: https://youtu.be/b_Wlgtb1D6Y • Get Jonathan’s new book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4pNQTBR • Get his new book on his site: https://jonathanonmoney.com/ Get more @JonathanOnMoney here: • X: https://x.com/jonathanonmoney • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonathanonmoney • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JonathanOnMoney • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shenkman • Newsletter: https://tinyurl.com/NewsltrJS • Webinars: https://tinyurl.com/WbnrsJS • Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/AppleJSpods • Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/SpotifyJS26 Articles Mentioned in Episode: • Target Date Funds: https://tinyurl.com/ForbesJS • Spending on Things VS. Experiences: https://tinyurl.com/JewishPressJS • Jonathan Clements’ final blog post: https://humbledollar.com/forum/farewell-friends/ ✬ Helpful Efforts Out in the World ✬ • Kosher Debt Help offers people honest, agenda-free guidance for Jewish families struggling with debt. Get an assessment and personalized direction at ⁠https://www.kosherdebthelp.com ⁠ • Get a free Jewish financial coach from the OU: ⁠https://livingsmarterjewish.org/⁠ • Kosher ADHD helps Jewish families and educators better understand and thrive with ADHD through practical guidance and compassionate support. Learn more at ⁠https://kosher-adhd.com⁠ or order their book at ⁠https://kodeshpress.com⁠ using code ADHD25 for 25% off. The BRAND NEW Living Lchaim website: ⁠https://www.livinglchaim.com/⁠ Support Kosher Money's production: ⁠https://www.livinglchaim.com/donate⁠ Follow us for awesome, short clips: TikTok: @koshermoneypod Instagram: @koshermoneypod Call-in-to-listen Hotline: USA: 605-477-2100 | UK: 0333-366-0154 | Israel: 079-579-5088 WhatsApp feedback: +1 (914) 222-5513 All 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. #KosherMoneyPod #Investing #JewishWisdom #FinancialFuture #KosherMoney #KM

12/10/2025

1h 17m

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How Jews are Cleverly Saving Over $30,000 Every Year

We dive into one of the most stressful and expensive parts of American life: healthcare. • Why are families paying $48,000 a year just to stay insured? • Why does the system feel so broken? • Is there another way? To help us figure it out, we sat down with Moishe Katz, the CEO of United Refuah Healthshare, a Jewish healthshare that’s helping families get real medical care without drowning in costs. We talk about how it actually works, who it helps (and who it doesn’t), and what it means to take healthcare back into our hands. It’s one of those episodes that makes you say, “Wait… how did I not know about this sooner?” 👉 Explore all the links & resources in this episode below. ✬ SPONSORS OF EPISODE 103 ✬ ► TWILLORY – Premium menswear that works hard and looks even better. Grab year-end deals and bundled savings at https://Twillory.com/KosherMoney - No promo code needed! ► THE DONOR'S FUND – The Donor’s Fund gives you one place to manage all your giving, with a sleek app and smart tools that make donations strategic and seamless. 🎁 Open your free account today: https://thedonorsfund.org/koshermoney ► BITBEAN – Turn your big ideas into custom software that scales. Whether you’re in healthcare, finance, or retail, BitBean builds tools that make business smarter. Learn more: bitbean.link/4edg53 ► COLEL CHABAD – Supporting families in Israel since 1788. Give today and make a real difference: https://ColelChabad.org/KosherMoney - Oh, and grab tickets for the Nafshi concert here: https://colelchabad.events/ ✬ LINKS FROM EPISODE 103 ✬ United Refuah’s website: https://unitedrefuahhs.org/ Email: info@unitedrefuahhs.org For doctors interested in being added to United Refuah’s preferred provider network, email: preferred@unitedrefuah.org Eli referenced a video of a Dr. Potter. Here is that video: https://youtu.be/tsvAatLY5s4 CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 01:01 Americans Are Spending So Much on Health Insurance 01:48 The Stats on How Much Families Are Paying 02:43 Why Health Insurance Costs Never Go Down 04:06 What a Health Share Is 05:16 Why United Refuah Started 10:06 How the Health Share Model Works 15:30 Making Sure Everyone Gets the Care They Need 17:32 Self Pay vs Insurance 19:40 Understanding the Costs 20:20 The Many Members of United Refuah Healthshare 20:50 What Happens When More People Join 23:15 Twillory 24:28 The Donors’ Fund 26:48 Incentives for Bringing in New Members 29:05 Increasing Staffing at United Refuah 29:45 What Is the Catch? 32:46 Preexisting Conditions and Family Members 34:17 Other Downsides of Healthshares 37:19 Keeping Track of Payments 39:28 Communicating with Providor 42:18 Typical Out of Pocket Costs 45:35 Determining Fair Prices 46:35 How to Protect Yourself From Overpaying 48:28 BitBean Uses AI to Help Your Business 49:16 Colel Chabad Helps Feed Thousands 51:14 Are Contributions Tax Deductible 52:10 Health Shares and Medication Costs 55:02 Pregnancy and Growing Families 58:10 Dental and Vision Sharing 01:00:30 Doctors Joining the Referred Provider Network 01:00:41 Surveying the Members 01:01:40 Gifting Memberships 01:02:08 Know Your Plan and Deductibles 01:07:47 Never Be Afraid to Ask for Discounts 01:10:10 Member Access to Telehealth 01:10:35 Reaching Out for Medications 01:11:04 Where CPAP Machines Fall 01:12:00 How United Refuah Compares to Other Healthshares 01:14:12 “We’re All In This Together” 01:15:24 Sharing Health Messages With Members 01:16:56 Making Sure Everything Is Legal 01:18:17 Dealing With Emergencies 01:19:46 Reaching Out to United Refuah 01:20:23 How R’ Katz Got Into Health Care 01:22:22 Changing Your Mindset About Others’ Medical Costs 01:23:43 Outro ✬ RESOURCES ✬ Finally! Kosher Debt Help offers people honest, agenda-free guidance for Jewish families struggling with debt. Get an assessment and personalized direction at ⁠https://www.kosherdebthelp.com⁠ Get a free Jewish financial coach from the OU: ⁠https://livingsmarterjewish.org/⁠ Kosher ADHD helps Jewish families and educators better understand and thrive with ADHD through practical guidance and compassionate support. Learn more at ⁠https://kosher-adhd.com⁠ or order their book at ⁠https://kodeshpress.com⁠ using code ADHD25 for 25% off. New Living Lchaim website: ⁠https://www.livinglchaim.com/⁠ Support Kosher Money and help us make more inspiring episodes: ⁠https://www.livinglchaim.com/donate⁠ Follow us for awesome, short clips: TikTok: @koshermoneypod Instagram: @koshermoneypod Call-in-to-listen Hotline: USA: 605-477-2100 | UK: 0333-366-0154 | Israel: 079-579-5088 WhatsApp feedback: +1 (914) 222-5513 Reminder: This episode or description is not financial advice. Always do your own research. #KosherMoney #JewishPodcast #UnitedRefuah #Healthshare #JewishCommunity #LivingLchaim #MoneyMatters #JewishValues #KosherLiving #JewishWisdom #HealthcareCosts #AffordableHealthcare #FaithBasedHealthcare #JewishHealth #Obamacare #PersonalFinance #FinancialFreedom #CommunityCare #FaithAndFinance #CostOfLiving #KM

The Jewish Mindset That Will Change How You See Money

In our latest episode of Kosher Money, we sit down with Rabbi Shais Taub — one of the most sought-after Jewish thinkers of our time — to explore one of life’s most misunderstood topics: money. What's the deal with Jews AND money? Should we care what people say about it? Is money spiritual or material? Why does the Torah’s view of wealth differ so radically from society’s? In this eye-opening and deeply soulful conversation, Rabbi Taub reveals that money is not evil — it’s energy. It’s potential that can build worlds or burn them down. Eli said it was one of the top five conversations he's ever had in his life. You'll see why. Explore all the links and resources mentioned in this episode below. ✬ SPONSORS OF EPISODE 102 ✬ ► THE BUSINESS ORGANIZER – Feeling stuck in your own business? You're not alone. Sruly Schonfeld helps overwhelmed entrepreneurs get unstuck. Whether you speak English or Yiddish, he's reportedly phenomenal. Visit ⁠https://SrulySchonfeld.com to learn more. Email ⁠I⁠nfo@SrulySchonfeld.com or call 347-939-9959 for your business therapist. You can also WhatsApp Sruly here: ⁠https://wa.link/rk1grx⁠ ► TWILLORY – Premium menswear that works hard and looks even better. Use promo code CHAI20 at https://Twillory.com/KosherMoney for 20% off your first order. ► EVERGREEN KOSHER – Your one-stop shop for all things kosher. Now delivering to more communities than ever! Visit https://EvergreenKosher.com or email ⁠online@evergreenkosher.com⁠ ► COLEL CHABAD – Supporting families in Israel since 1788. Give today and make a real difference: https://ColelChabad.org/KosherMoney ✬ LINKS FROM EPISODE 102 ✬ Rabbi Taub’s website: ⁠https://www.soulwords.org⁠ Rabbi Taub’s YouTube: ⁠https://youtube.com/@SoulWords Shaar HaBitachon (Gate of Trust): • YouTube Playlist: ⁠https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1he-JRtnKegzLXc4NPIQhcadCJz6s4pM⁠ • Spotify Playlist: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/45LOnt0qLpbUTx2wV6OLL⁠ Items to Purchase: • Rabbi Taub's favorite: Gate of Trust Book (The Felig Edition) – ⁠https://amzn.to/483tIgG⁠ • “More Bitachon” Framed Art Print – https://HaveMoreTrust.com • One of Eli’s favorite seforim, the English Pele Yoeitz – ⁠https://amzn.to/3LtaUid⁠ CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 01:17 Money Is Energy 02:46 Critics Who Target Jews and Their Money 07:15 Respect Your Money 08:56 Dealing With Hateful Comments 10:01 Jews and Philanthropy 12:02 Why Money Gets a Bad Rap 14:50 Using Money to Impress Others 17:05 Rich Men and Beautiful Women Share the Same Struggles 19:45 Feel Stuck in Your Company? The Business Organizer Helps 23:08 Freshen Up Your Wardrobe at Twillory 24:33 Why Workaholic Behavior Does Not Work 31:03 Overworking Does Not Create a Bigger Vessel 32:31 Reverse Engineering Your Money 36:58 Cutting Unnecessary Workers and Codependent Relationships 40:34 Self Esteem Is Key 42:10 Identity Culture in America 43:32 When the Wealthy Become Poor 44:47 Evergreen Makes Kosher Easy 46:53 Colel Chabad Helps Feed Thousands of Families 48:07 What Will Exist in the Messianic Era 51:40 Money Will Mean Something Else in the Future 53:55 The Jewish Attitude Toward Money 56:16 A World Without Corruption 58:23 Rabbi Taub’s Book Recommendations 01:01:20 Rabbi Taub’s Credentials and Platform 01:03:28 Rabbi Taub Helps People Live With Clarity 01:03:35 Rabbi Taub’s Website 01:04:43 The Rebbe’s Letter 01:07:16 The More You Give the More You Get 01:09:44 The Neglected Demographic 01:11:18 Fundraising Smartly 01:14:50 Your Spiritual Sense of Self 01:16:53 Outro: Lessons to Take + Giveaway + Money Message ✬ RESOURCES ✬ Finally! Kosher Debt Help offers people honest, agenda-free guidance for Jewish families struggling with debt. Get an assessment and personalized direction at ⁠https://www.kosherdebthelp.com⁠ Get a free Jewish financial coach from the OU: ⁠https://livingsmarterjewish.org/⁠ Kosher ADHD helps Jewish families and educators better understand and thrive with ADHD through practical guidance and compassionate support. Learn more at ⁠https://kosher-adhd.com⁠ or order their book at ⁠https://kodeshpress.com⁠ using code ADHD25 for 25% off. Living Lchaim is proud to share our brand new website with loads of goodies: ⁠https://www.livinglchaim.com/⁠ Support Kosher Money and help us make more inspiring episodes: ⁠https://www.livinglchaim.com/donate⁠ Follow us for awesome, short clips: TikTok: @koshermoneypod Instagram: @koshermoneypod Call-in-to-listen Hotline: USA: 605-477-2100 | UK: 0333-366-0154 | Israel: 079-579-5088 WhatsApp feedback: +1 (914) 222-5513 Reminder: This episode or description is not financial advice. Always do your own research. #KosherMoney #JewishPodcast #FaithAndFinance #RabbiShaisTaub #JewishWisdom #SpiritualWealth #MoneyAndMeaning #JewishCommunity #LivingLchaim #MoneyMatters #TrustInGod #JewishFaith #KosherLiving #MindfulMoney #SpiritualSuccess #GivingAndGratitude #MoneyMindset #BiblicalFinance #JewishPhilanthropy #KosherBusiness #JewishValues #km

Who Said A Jewish Family Needs Over $150K Per Year?

In our 101st episode of Kosher Money, we take you out of town to Columbus, Ohio, one of America’s most surprising, affordable, and fast-growing Jewish communities. If you’ve ever wondered what out-of-town Jewish life really looks like, this episode will open your eyes. Rabbi Avi Goldstein and Meir Perlmutter share how Columbus became a thriving hub of Orthodox life, complete with kosher restaurants, strong schools, affordable homes, and a deep sense of connection. We explore: 🏡 Why housing in Columbus costs a fraction of what it does in Lakewood or the Five Towns 💰 How families are saving tens of thousands of dollars in tuition in Ohio 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 What it means to raise kids in a community where everyone knows your name 🌟 How two passionate community builders helped turn a small Midwest city into a center of Jewish growth Columbus appears to offer a calmer, more intentional Jewish lifestyle with less financial pressure and more opportunities to start something big. If you’ve ever said, “I could never leave the tri-state,” this episode might make you think again. Visit https://www.columbuspathways.org/ to learn more. You can also email Rabbi Goldstein at Rabbi@BJcolumbus.org or contact 614-448-8396. And, no, this wasn't a paid episode. We don't do paid episodes. :-) Here's our special episode with Rabbi Moshe Hauer zt"l: https://youtu.be/G2Xt_SGD5jw ✬ SPONSORS OF EPISODE 101 ✬ ► TWILLORY – Premium menswear that works hard and looks even better. Use promo code CHAI20 at Twillory.com/KosherMoney for 20% off your first order. ► BITBEAN – Turn your big ideas into custom software that scales. Whether you’re in healthcare, finance, or retail, BitBean builds tools that make business smarter. Learn more: bitbean.link/4edg53 ► EVERGREEN KOSHER – Your one-stop shop for all things kosher. Fresh, fast, and now delivering to more communities than ever before. Visit https://www.evergreenkosher.com/ or email online@evergreenkosher.com to get connected! ► COLEL CHABAD – Supporting families in Israel since 1788. Your donation makes a real difference. Give today: colelchabad.org/koshermoney CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 01:13 Who Is Rabbi Avi Goldstein? 02:32 Finding Himself in Columbus, Ohio 03:20 How Meir Ended Up in Columbus 05:26 The Facts About Columbus 06:18 The Orthodox Community That Got It All Started 08:06 What Jewish Life in Columbus Looks Like Now 11:23 The Number of Orthodox Jews in Columbus 12:10 Housing Costs in Columbus 14:03 Spreading the Word to Join the Community 17:04 Kosher Food in Columbus, Ohio 17:53 The Growth Mentality of Columbus 20:00 Kosher Food Pricing in Columbus 20:58 Twillory’s High-Quality Clothing at Affordable Prices 22:23 BitBean Brings Your Ideas to Life 23:14 What Tuition Looks Like in Columbus 26:57 Getting Resources in Schools for Special Needs 27:14 The Pace of Life in Columbus 29:54 Columbus Is Not a Cookie-Cutter Place 32:10 Emergency Services in Columbus 34:00 Why People Choose to Live Out of Town 36:29 How Can an Introvert Move Out of Town? 38:40 Columbus Is Not That Far 39:25 The Weather in Columbus, Ohio 39:35 No More State Income Tax? 40:00 Job Opportunities in Columbus 42:11 Women in the Workforce 42:54 Helping Each Other Get Jobs 44:02 Who Adapts Best to the Move 44:52 Evergreen Can Deliver to Your Community! 46:59 Colel Chabad Helps Feed Thousands of Families 48:13 Communication Between Different Jewish Communities 50:05 Spending Shabbos in Columbus 53:34 The Uniqueness of Columbus 55:30 The Community Is Invested in Education 57:07 The Switch from New York to Ohio 1:00:02 Opportunity to Live a Happy, Fulfilling Life 1:02:17 Remembering Rabbi Moshe Hauer ZT”L 1:09:36 Where You Can Learn More About Columbus, Ohio 1:10:28 Outro: Takeaways + Sponsors + Subscribe! 💬 Support Kosher Money and help us make more inspiring episodes: livinglchaim.com/donate 🎓 Get free Jewish financial education resources: LivingSmarterJewish.org 📲 Follow us for clips and updates: TikTok: @koshermoneypod Instagram: @koshermoneypod 📞 Call-in-to-listen Hotline: USA: 605-477-2100 | UK: 0333-366-0154 | Israel: 079-579-5088 📤 WhatsApp feedback: +1 (914) 222-5513 ⚠️ Reminder: This episode or description is not financial advice. Always do your own research. #KosherMoney #JewishPodcast #JewishCommunity #OutOfTownLife #AffordableLiving #JewishFamily #FinancialFreedom #OhioCommunity #KosherLiving #JewishGrowth #MidwestJews #CommunityBuilding #LivingLchaim #MoneyMatters #FaithAndFinance #OrthodoxLife #AffordableHousing #KosherFood #JewishEducation #KM