Saving on Purchase tax
Is saving on Purchase tax possible? In every real estate transaction for residential real estate, the purchaser pays "Purchase tax". The tax is calculated differently depending on the status of…
Saving the Land Our Ancestors Redeemed
I have been approached many times by people who claim that they have an ancestor who bought land in Eretz Yisrael before Israel became a state. In many instances they…
Israeli Real Estate Transactions Verses English Real Estate Transactions
Israeli Real Estate Transactions Verses English Real Estate Transactions is an important area to learn if you intend to do business in either or both jurisdictions. Many people are nervous…
Betterment Tax
Betterment tax is one of the taxes a seller might need to pay when selling real estate. This being so, the purchaser needs to make sure that the issue of…
Renting Out Your Apartment
Renting Out Your Apartment You’ve finally invested in real estate in Israel and now you're ready to earn some money by renting out your apartment. The following tips can help…
Buying from Plans – Revisited
Buying from plans means that the apartment exists on paper only. It is not yet built. You don't see what you are getting unless you have the ability to envision…
The Influence of the Family Unit on Real Estate Taxation
The influence of the family unit on real estate taxation By Adv. Etgar Kedem-Kaufman, Adv. Avi Becker and Adv. Nicole Levin The influence of the family unit on real estate…
Transferable Development Rights in Israel: An Incentive to Preservation
What are Transferable Development Rights in Israel? Most cities in Israel have historical buildings, sites and neighborhoods. The law mandates that each municipality do a survey of all its historical…
Redemption of the Land of Israel
Redemption of the land of Israel began anew in the late nineteenth century with the birth of the modern Zionist movement. The idea of forming companies, raising the money and…
Tel Aviv and Ramat Gan Skyline at sunset
Due Diligence
Due diligence. Due diligence. Those two words are the key to any successful business deal. Why should it be different when buying real estate? It certainly should not be different…
Transactions in Israeli Real Estate from Abroad During Carona
Israeli real estate transactions from abroad during the Carona pandemic can be challenging. Government offices are closed in many places and it is difficult to get things done. New international…
Israeli Real Estate Deals V. U.S. Real Estate Deals
Israeli real estate deals v. U.S. real estate deals - what is the difference and why is it important to know? Many people are nervous about entering into real estate…
6 Real Estate Taxes You Need to Know About
What real estate taxes do you need to pay? If you’re involved in real estate transactions in Israel, whether buying, selling or renting, you need to know about any taxes…
