Episode
When a Wire Request Triggers Alarm Bells
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- 4-Minute Money Ideas
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- Aug 7, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 332
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Summary
Your U.S. bank processed a fraudulent wire and then closed YOUR account? Yep, it happens. Americans living in Israel face unique risks when managing money from overseas, and big institutions don't always have your back the way you'd expect. Doug Goldstein breaks down why a personal relationship with your financial firm isn't just nice to have, it's a safeguard. Plus, the one question you should ask your brokerage this week to find out if they'd actually catch a problem before it costs you.