Common Mistakes in Family Wealth Management – and How to Avoid Them
Family wealth management in Israel rests on a delicate legal mix: inheritance law, marital property laws, legal capacity and guardianship (including enduring powers of attorney), corporate law, real estate taxation, and trusts. When details are overlooked, the price can be high. Below is a classic “minefield map,” together with the safest way to avoid each […]
Inheritance by Law vs. a Will: What Really Happens When You Don’t Decide — and Is It Worth It for Your Family?
You’ve planned everything: the mortgage, the investments, the insurance. But there’s one thing most people postpone — writing a will. “We’ll figure it out,” “We’re all family,” “It’s too early.” Until the day comes when the law decides for you. In Israel, when a person passes away without a will, an automatic mechanism of inheritance […]
Real Estate Tax Planning in Intergenerational Transfer of Property: How to Save Taxes Smartly
Families in Israel who own significant real estate assets — residential apartments, commercial properties, plots of land, or income-producing real estate — face complex legal and tax challenges when transferring these assets to the next generation. Early and precise real estate tax planning can save hundreds of thousands of shekels (and often much more), ensuring […]
Prenuptial Agreements as Part of Holistic Family Wealth Planning
Effective family wealth management involves more than drafting wills or setting up intergenerational transfer mechanisms. As part of a comprehensive and holistic family wealth plan, one additional legal tool plays a vital role — the prenuptial agreement. A prenuptial agreement is not merely a technical legal document. It is a strategic and preventive instrument designed […]
Enduring (Lasting) Power of Attorney – What It Is, Why It’s Essential, and How to Prepare Properly
In recent years, the Enduring Power of Attorney (EPOA) has become one of the most important legal instruments in the fields of family wealth management and intergenerational planning. As awareness of proactive legal and financial planning grows, many families in Israel now recognize the need to prepare for periods of uncertainty that may affect a […]
Practical Tips for Buying a Second-Hand Apartment in Israel – How to Ensure a Safe and Beneficial Real Estate Transaction
Buying a second-hand apartment in Israel can be an excellent investment or the beginning of a new chapter for your family. Yet it’s also a complex legal and financial transaction — one that requires careful attention and professional guidance. To help you navigate the process safely, here are essential tips from an experienced real estate […]
The Importance of Accurate Real Estate Registration in Israel – How to Protect Your Property Rights and Prevent Legal Disputes
Buying real estate in Israel — whether for living or investment — is one of the most significant financial and legal decisions a person can make. But the purchase itself does not automatically guarantee ownership. Only a precise and properly updated registration of property rights in the Land Registry (Tabu), the Israel Land Authority (ILA), […]
Commercial Real Estate in Israel: Why Professional Legal Guidance Is Essential for Every Transaction
The commercial real estate market in Israel presents unique challenges for buyers, investors, developers, and property owners. It is a complex and dynamic business environment that demands strategic planning, legal precision, and continuous professional guidance. Our law firm specializes in comprehensive legal services for commercial real estate transactions — from acquisition and leasing, through partnership […]
Registering a Condominium in Israel – Why It’s Essential and How to Do It Properly
Condominium registration is the legal process by which a building is registered in the Israeli Land Registry (Tabu) as a condominium, formally regulating the ownership of each part of the property. During this process, each apartment within the building is registered as a separate unit (sub-parcel) with individual ownership rights, ensuring that the legal rights […]
Tips for Buying a New Apartment from a Contractor in Israel
Why You Need a Lawyer When Buying a New Apartment from a Developer Purchasing a new apartment “off-plan” from a developer is very different from buying a second-hand property. While such deals offer clear advantages under Israel’s Sales (Apartments) Law, they also involve higher risk — since the apartment usually does not yet exist in […]