Who knew that elders, especially those ages 82 to 85, score higher on happiness scales than millennials? Whether octogenarians are more active than in previous generations, or that contentment accompanies aging, Marilyn Heins, M.D., advises individuals over 65 to “say yes to opportunities.” Although Marilyn has slowed down since retiring in 1989 as vice dean…
Imagine working in an environment where you are immersed in the rich tapestry of Jewish history and culture. Now imagine having the ability to bring that history to life through 50,000 archives, oral and video histories, vibrant exhibits and myriad enlightening and informative programs. Tempe resident Mel Kessler has that rare opportunity as the current…
Beit Hatfutsot, the museum which chronicles the history of Jews throughout the Diaspora, has been one of Israel’s most visited tourist sites since it first opened in 1978 on the campus of Tel Aviv University. Not only has the museum recently undergone a name change – it’s now the Museum of the Jewish People –…
Story and photos by Jay Chatzkel Our recent travels in Spain became more meaningful – and a bit more of an adventure – when my wife, Barbara, and I included visits to Jewish heritage sites. Over the last 100 years, and especially since the 1970s, sites have been recovered and restored by private initiatives, as…
There are many telltale signs that real estate is growing in the Valley and the state. Once vacant lots are now home to new construction projects and housing prices in the Valley are seeing a steady increase. Adding to the growth is higher buyer demand and a shortage of homes for sale in the $300,000…
Toby Weinstein has been a Realtor since 1980, so she has experienced the good, the bad and even the ugly of the Valley’s dynamic real estate market. A former high school English teacher, she was searching for a career that would give her the flexibility to be a stay-at-home mom to her newborn daughter. “Real…
Jon Rosenberg, co-founder and managing partner of Levrose Commercial Real Estate, fell into his career in real estate by chance. “I was a finance majorat the University of Arizona and, by happenstance, one of the classes I took was real estate,” says Jon. He ended up with a double major and received his real estate…
From its roots in the lumber industry, the Oregon Pacific Investment and Development Company has grown into the owner/manager of multifamily housing, retail and industrial properties in three states. Despite the firm’s name, “we are no longer developers,” says Co-President Julie Saltzman Leuvrey, daughter of company founder Jack Saltzman, z”l. “We have switched our strategy…
When you buy a home, you need to consider what is most important to your happiness. “It’s a game of trade-offs,” says Matt Parker, author of three real estate books, including his 2015 book Real Estate Smart: The New Home Buying Guide. The Seattle real estate professional has contributed to regional and national print and…
Homeowner’s insurance provides financial protection in the event that your home or its contents are damaged. It also provides protection if you or a family member are held legally responsible (liable) for the injuries to others or damage to their property. There are different levels of insurance policies that cover your home. They range from…
