Investment products and money-management options let you invest for the medium or long term according to the level of risk, involvement, and control that suits you. In this section, we will learn about the different options, examine how they differ in costs, taxation, flexibility, and management, and also address the special considerations of U.S. citizens living in Israel.
A liquid investment professionally managed, with potential tax benefits
A flexible investment vehicle managed by insurance companies, offering a range of tracks
A personal investment portfolio professionally managed for you by an investment manager
An investment account where you independently choose and manage your investments.
Compare management fees, taxation, flexibility, and the level of control in each product.
US citizens living in Israel: saving, investing and taxation
View all guidesThis article is intended for those who manage their own investment portfolios—for example, through an independent trading account at a bank or investment firm—and personally buy exchange-traded funds (ETFs), index-tracking funds, stocks, or bonds.
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