Book Review by Myra Salzer This relatively thick book caught my attention because, in my experience, nobody ever looked at the Rothschild dynasty from the women’s perspective. Mayer Amschel Rothchild (1744-1812), commonly referred to as the founder of the dynasty, could not have accomplished what he did without his wife, Gutle Schnapper (1753-1849). Together they […]
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Last Minute Meal Planning? The Wall Street Journal Has Your Back (Even If You Aren’t a Subscriber).
According to experts, the best time to book your catering is four to six weeks in advance of your event date. With the holidays just around the corner, you might be strapped for time if you haven’t already picked a caterer. Thankfully, for those of us who are less than savvy in the kitchen, the […]
Read MoreBook Review: “Adrift – America in 100 Charts” by Scott Galloway
Book Review by Myra Salzer Adrift is my kind of book, and it will probably resonate with inheritors, wealth coaches, philanthropists, and family office personnel as well. Why? Because this book includes graphs that slice and dice American culture, politics, economics, healthcare, etc., etc. Each graph is a chapter in and of itself, clearly and […]
Read MoreThree Mistakes Inheritors Make
By: Myra Salzer Heirs of windfall wealth have a lot on their plates – from endless meetings with lawyers and attorneys to dealing with familial turmoil and estate settlement. The burden of inheritance can weigh heavily on those who don’t yet have a wealth coach on their team. At The Wealth Conservancy, our goal is […]
Read MoreBook Review: “From Strength to Strength: Finding Success, Happiness, and Purpose in the Second Half of Life.” By Arthur C. Brooks
Book Review by Myra Salzer This book was recommended to me by a friend and colleague who is older, wiser, and more at peace with his life than I am. The book was intended for people who want to feel better about themselves and their lives after their years of maximum earning and physical vitality are […]
Read MoreThe Windfall of I-Bonds
In August 2022, the year-over-year inflation rate came in at 8.3% – a small move away from the reported 9.1% rate in June, the highest it’s been in more than four decades. Given the current inflationary market cycle, you may be wondering if there are any places left for middle-income investors (or maybe a secure […]
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