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Buying in Israel without making Aliyah: the guide for non-resident foreign buyers (2026)

Yes, a foreigner can buy property in Israel without being a citizen, without being a resident and without ever making Aliyah. The process is legally o...

2026 Tax Reform: Income Exemption for New Immigrants in Israel

Since April 5, 2026, an unprecedented tax reform grants new immigrants a progressive 5-year exemption, including income generated in Israel. Everythin...

Buying a new apartment in Israel: who really defends your interests?

When buying a new apartment from a developer in Israel, the developer's lawyer does not represent you — even if you pay their fees. Discover why an in...

What is the connection between the Omer count and real estate transactions?

The Fate of Lost Properties

In Israel, when a property owner dies without identified heirs, their assets may remain unclaimed for long periods, particularly due to the absence of...

Real Estate Glossary Israel: 80+ Terms in French, Hebrew and English (2026)

Essential real estate vocabulary in Israel: property types, legal terms, taxation, financing, construction — in French, Hebrew and English with pronun...

Real Estate Taxes in Israel: mas rechisha, mas shevach, arnona (2026)

Understanding real estate taxation in Israel: purchase tax, capital gains, arnona, VAT on new properties. Tax brackets, olim exemptions, non-residents...

Real Estate Credit (Mashkanta): financing your property purchase in Israel (2026)

Understanding real estate credit or loan (mashkanta): tracks, rates, down payment, banks, broker. Everything about mortgages in Israel for residents, ...

Buying Real Estate in Israel: The 8 Steps of the Purchase Process (2026)

From property search to Tabu registration: every step of the Israeli real estate purchase process explained. Lawyer's role, contract, taxes, timelines...

Where to invest in Israel? Best cities comparison (2026)

Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Netanya, Ashdod, Haifa, Eilat... Complete comparison of Israeli cities to buy, invest or settle. Prices, profiles, potential.

Off-plan buying in Israel: new projects, Tama 38, guarantees (2026)

Everything about new property purchases in Israel: developers, bank guarantees, payment schedule, VAT, Tama 38, Pinouyi Binouyi, buying groups. Benefi...

The 10 pitfalls to avoid when buying in Israel (2026)

Preliminary contract, lawyer, illegal constructions, mashkanta, hidden budget... The 10 most costly mistakes in Israeli real estate and how to avoid t...