Family Balances Renting, Music, and Dreams in Givatayim
Translated & summarized from Ynet by baba
Alex and Hila Vintrob of Givatayim are renting their long-term home while pursuing their careers and family passions. Alex is CEO of the Man and the Living Museum and completing curatorial studies, while Hila is a cellist and conservatory teacher. Their sons are also musically inclined, studying and creating music. The family maintains a careful financial approach, prioritizing spending on enjoyable experiences.
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- Alex and Hila Vintrob rent their Givatayim home and have improved finances after children finished school.
- Alex Vintrob is CEO of the Man and the Living Museum and pursuing curatorial studies.
- Hila Vintrob is a professional cellist, teacher, and performer in various musical genres.
- Both sons, Itamar and Omri Vintrob, are actively involved in music creation and study.
- The Vintrob family prioritizes spending on experiences like concerts and travel.
Alex and Hila Vintrob, residents of Givatayim, shared insights into their lives, particularly their financial situation and aspirations, in the context of the ongoing conflict. They have been renting their four-room apartment for 23 years, paying below market rate, a decision made after purchasing a property they now rent out. With their children no longer requiring expensive schooling or childcare, their financial situation has improved, allowing for travel and pursuing hobbies. Alex, who previously managed marketing for Dizengoff Center and felt the pressure was impacting his health, is now the CEO and curator of the Man and the Living Museum in Ramat Gan, a role he describes as a dream come true. He is also completing curatorial studies at Shenkar.
Hila, a cellist since age 10, found inspiration in a TV show and excelled in the Air Force band. Despite the challenges and competitive nature of classical music, she teaches at a conservatory and also explores other genres. She has performed with musicians like Bari Sakharof and Dani Robas, an experience that revealed the liberating energy of live performance outside the classical realm. However, she notes the difficulty of returning to a "musical home" filled with constant music, contrasting with her desire for quiet.
Their sons are also deeply involved in music. Itamar is studying music at Rimon School, playing bass guitar, and dreams of a career in the industry. His brother Omri, currently in the army, is also a musician who has released hip-hop music and an album with a friend. The family enjoys spending hours discussing and listening to music together. The Vintrob family emphasizes financial prudence, with Alex being particularly averse to debt, and they prioritize spending on experiences they enjoy, such as concerts and cycling trips abroad.