Working with Mortgage Banks in Israel
You've found your dream home in Israel. Now, how are you going to pay for it? What bank should you go to? What type of mortgage should you take? Will…
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Negotiating a Fair Contract– How to Navigate the Pre-Contract Stage of Your Real Estate Transaction
So you’re in the market for a new home. What do you do next? What are your obligations when you use a real estate agent? Once you find what you’re…
New Trends in Israeli Real Estate
The past few years have seen a lot of changes on the Israeli Real Estate scene. Economic catastrophes elsewhere in the world have acted as catalysts for change in the…
11 Essential Tips – Selling an Apartment in Israel
Selling a home in Israel doesn’t always go as smoothly as you might hope. The easiest way to navigate the maze of tax, legal contracts, payment schedules and more is…
The Powers That Be in Israeli Real Estate –A Historical Perspective
It is a well known fact that the majority of the land in Israel is owned by the government. Whole cities, such as Beit Shemesh and Modiin and large parts…
The Sub Prime Crisis– Its Effect on Israeli Real Estate
Two years ago, when news of the Sub Prime crisis in the United States first reached our ears, no one believed that it would have an effect on the Israeli…
Purchasing Groups – Pros and Cons
In the past few years we have been witness to a new trend in Israeli Real Estate projects - purchasing groups. It is estimated that about a third of the…
The Global Economic Crisis and Its Effect on the Israeli Real Estate Market– A Real Estate Lawyer’s Perspective
Israel is not an island unto itself although it may seem so at times. In the past few years we have seen a booming real estate market in Israel, with…
6 Critical Questions to Ask When Selling an Apartment in Israel
You have decided that the time has come for you to sell your apartment or house in Israel. Whether it's your primary home or a real estate investment, there are…
Off-the-Shelf Rental Agreements -A Landlord’s Perspective
Landlords often either use standard, store-bought rental agreements or simply copy a contract from another landlord. Sure, it's significantly cheaper than using a lawyer, but it's also penny-wise and pound-foolish.…
Do You Always Need a Lawyer -Even for a Simple Rental Contract?
Prospective tenants often choose to use off-the-shelf lease agreements. These are standard lease agreements that are provided by the real estate agent or purchased from a store or the post…
Stepping Stones to Purchasing Your Dream Home in Israel
Buying a home in Israel may be your dream come true, but if you don't take it step by step, you could find yourself tangled in red tape and ready…
10 Important Things To Know When Buying a New Home in Israel from a Construction Company
When you buy an apartment "on paper" you don't really know how the finished product will look because all you see are the pre-construction plans. You have very little idea…
