If you are a U.S. citizen or resident living in Israel, moving abroad doesn’t usually end your U.S. tax filing…

A particular moment catches up with almost every American in Israel who owns a rental property. Sometimes it arrives from…

Charitable giving should be simple. You give to a cause you care about, the charity benefits, and if the rules…

For years, a quiet assumption has shaped how many Israeli taxpayers approach their filings: the audit rate is low, so…

We have just finished celebrating Shavuot, the festival that, for those of us living in Eretz Yisrael, marks the wheat…

A new federal court ruling on disaster-related tax extensions has important, if quiet, implications for Americans who relied on the…

Every so often, a tax law comes along that changes the conversation. Not a small technical update. Not a minor…

In part II, Philip Stein and Yair Benjamini continue diving into the latest Israeli tax reforms, unraveling how the new…

In this podcast, Philip Stein and tax lawyer Yair Benjamini discuss significant changes in Israeli tax law affecting Olim (new…

In this conversation, Professor Dan Ben-David discusses the historical and contemporary socioeconomic challenges facing Israel, particularly focusing on the impact…

Join us for a follow-up conversation with Maya Natan, CEO of Keshet DAF IL, as we explore how Israeli giving…

History buffs, this one is for you! Join Philip and his guest, historian Shalom Lamm, founder of OperationBenjamin.org. Operation Benjamin…

Featuring Shlomo Schreibman of Turning Point by Brand Launcher, this episode explores the highly sensitive issue of working with family.

If you haven’t heard of her yet (where have you been?), here’s your chance to get to know the powerhouse…

In the first episode of 2025, Philip interviews Philippe Blumenthal, Founder and CEO of the not-for-profit Governmental Savings Institute. Philippe’s…

Many people feel that if the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), aka the Trump tax cuts, were to expire,…

As we continue our analysis of what to expect regarding your taxes, we will focus on several taxpayers’ profiles and…

What to expect regarding U.S. taxes under the Trump Administration-Part 1 I am writing this blog from Israel on Friday…

Join Philip and guest Roee Azizi. During the past year, after serving in southern Israel post-October 7th, 2023, Roee changed…

Join Philip and longtime friend David Weinberg for a brand new episode of From the Midwest to the Middle East….

Discover an oasis of raw nature in the heart of Gush Dan at Ecopark Glilot. Today’s guest, Yoav Kremer, is…

In this video episode, Philip and IDF spokesman Major (res.) Doron Spielman discuss how to combat the misinformation war against…

In our final episode of the Outlook on 2024 series, get all your burning real estate questions related to Israel…

Aaron Zucker, a friend of the show, returns for a new conversation. As the Founder and Managing Partner of Sapir…

Turn your Aliyah dream into reality with insights from the latest episode of From the Midwest to the Middle East….

To my surprise, the phrase “have a good day” may go back to Britain in the year 1205. The “have…

In today’s tumultuous world, marked by the ongoing war in Ukraine, congressional challenges in the U.S., rising interest rates, and…

Michael Granoff, founder of Maniv Mobility, joins Philip to discuss the future of Electric Vehicles in 2024 and beyond. Is…

In part III of our podcast series, Outlook on 2024, Philip speaks with Commercial Real Estate expert Jonathan Steinberg, the…

We all know the quote from Benjamin Franklin ..”.in this world, nothing is certain except death and taxes,” However, if…

Exciting News! We’re launching a brand new series of episodes of “From the Midwest to the Middle East,” and what…

As we approach the beginning of the New Year, I become a bit philosophical. In the Jewish tradition, when we…

Join host Philip Stein in an enlightening conversation with Lena Levin, a certified accountant and serial entrepreneur. Discover Lena’s incredible…

In our latest episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Aaron Zucker, the Executive Director of MassChallenge IL, part…

Two of my very favorite things in life are hearing a good story and finding a good shortcut. As we…

Did you know that around 1/3 of all food produced for human consumption goes to waste? Now you can save money…

Discover how Daika Wood is revolutionizing the wood manufacturing industry by repurposing wood waste. Join host Philip Stein as he…

The alternative food industry is expanding at a rapid pace, and in this episode, Philip chats with Noam Sharon, Co-founder,…

In this episode, Philips chats with an old friend of the show from Morocco. Amine Ayoub is a freelance consultant…

As we approach the Jewish New Year, many of us review our lives and how we’ve spent our time. We…

Join Philip as he chats with Dr. Zakhar Nudelman of the revolutionary Israeli company, Solveat, which “integrates herbal medicine directly…

Making Aliyah doesn’t have to be so intimidating anymore! With organizations like Olim Advisors available to hold your hand throughout…

There is no argument about it, no one likes bureaucracy, and no one likes paying taxes, but just like many…

After a long hiatus, we’re back with a new episode of From the Midwest to the Middle East! In this…

Numbers are a part of my everyday life. The three numbers above hold a personal connection for me.   Two…

The good, the bad, and the ugly truth for Americans in Israel There has been a lot of talk about…

This week in the Jewish calendar, we began to read the book of “Shmot” (Exodus) once again. The seventy souls…

Uncle Sam wants you even if you’re just an Accidental American! The lure of the bright lights and professional kudos…

In the past, if someone in Israel wanted to donate stock to an Israeli charity, they first had to sell…

At this time of year, I believe most people I know are focused on the coming year rather than reviewing…

Arizona is having an economic growth spurt and has become a go-to state for the high-tech world. In this episode,…

Israel-based AnD Ventures just launched with a seed fund of $50 Million! In this episode, Philip chats with their Managing…

Question: My investment advisor suggested that I invest in a SPAC; as a U.S. taxpayer, are there any obstacles to…

Tune in to Philip’s inspiring chat with Life Vest Inside founder, Orly Wahba.  “Orly is an educator, entrepreneur, author, inspirational…

For most of my contemporaries, last year’s Seder was limited to one or two people. People’s tables were set out…

Tune into this week’s episode as we talk to Yael Wissner Levy- VP of communications at Lemonade, an innovative insurance…

Have you ever learned a life hack from a video on social media? Chances are today’s guest is behind it….

Join us for a breakthrough conversation on Israeli giving as we chat with the CEO of Keshet DAF IL and…

Anyone who has ever flown on a commercial flight has heard the following announcement. “At this time, make sure your…

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Tune into episode 106 as we discuss charitable giving in the new era with Ori Ben-Shlomo of JGive. Middle man…

As we enter the 9th month of living with COVID-19 (who would have believed it would go on for so…

When I was a kid, if someone mentioned Robin Hood, my generation immediately thought of the iconic Hollywood actor Errol…

The meat alternative industry is booming and Redefine Meat is at the forefront with its revolutionary 3D printing technique that…

Learn to stay out of the red and reduce the stress of managing your expenses by tapping into the power…

Visas, Greencards and relocation procedures in the Coronavirus era got you confused? We were too until speaking with Cindy Azoulay…

Wellness. It’s on everyone’s mind these past few challenging months. Welltech1 invests in and accelerates wellness startups with the ultimate…

COVID-19 has made us look at the health industry differently and brought telemedicine to the next level with K health,…

Racism is a difficult topic to write about. Sometime last year my wife Judy and I went to see the…

Five years ago, we started on a new journey by starting our podcast. Today not only are we happy to…

When I was a kid in the mid-1960s, Whitey, Jimmy, and Joe were about 60 years old. I recall them,…

Tune in this week’s episode as we talk to VP of Philanthropic Services and CMO at JCFNY, Ellen Smith Israelson,…

If you’re thinking of selling your home in Israel, the tips in the video below will help you better understand…

(or It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like Pesach)   Ever since I can remember, I have loved music, whether…

I am writing this blog a mere two weeks after Purim, when I sat with most of my family around…

The title above is a slogan from an iconic American brand that seems to have faded away, the Greyhound Lines…

I don’t think there has been a death that has captured the world’s attention since the tragic car accident of…

Waste is ubiquitous; landfills all over the world are overflowing. UBQ Materials’ revolutionary and patented technology takes household waste and…

As we approach the close of 2019, I am reminded of the classic scene of a very old man that…

It’s hard to believe that 2020 is right around the corner. Watch the video below to learn about Philip’s important…

Tune into this week’s episode as we talk to SpaceIL’s co-founder, Kfir Damari. We loved how even though SpaceIL’s Beresheeet…

It’s been less than 2 years since the Trump Tax Reform was approved by Congress and overhauled the U.S. tax…

Until recently if someone asked me, “Have you ever known someone named Marwan?” I would have answered in the affirmative….

Join us for this week’s episode as we take a deep dive into a a hot topic with Maya Jacobs,…

In Judaism, there are several important fast days throughout the year. Normally, a question like the above might come up…

In episode 95, Shira Lahat, partner at Yigal Arnon & Co law firm, shares critical updates on social media norms,…

We loved our time with Itai Tsiddon, Co-Founder and Head of Business Development at Lightricks. We learned about their latest round…

In this week’s episode we learn about award winning start up Healthymize. We loved our time with co-founder and CTO…

That was the length of the men’s final tennis match at Wimbledon between Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic this year….

Tune into this week’s episode as we talk to our friend Mark Feldman, CEO & Founder of Ziontours. Mark tells us…

The other night I attended a lovely wedding on the beach in Netanya. After the Huppah the guests were led…

Tune is as Philip speaks with Yali Harari, Co-Founder and CEO at Innovesta, a unique digital platform for early stage…

There is a saying that ‘Life begins at 40′. For podcast episode number 90, to mark Philip Stein & Associates’…

In the famous Disney classic, The Lion King, a powerful message is delivered about tradition being passed from generation to…

THE NEW YORK TIMES:   It was reported recently that George Mendonsa, the sailor who was in the iconic photo…

…. Jolting Joe has left and gone away. The words above come from one of the most well-known songs of…

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Tune in to this week’s conversation as we talk to Hana Rado, Vice Chairwoman of McCANN Tel Aviv, an accomplished…

Israeli law limiting cash use for purchases or payment of wages has gone into effect in January 2019 and violators…