Buying a Second-Hand Apartment in Israel: Key Steps to Avoid Mistakes

Buying a second-hand apartment starts well before the contract. These are the key legal, financial and registration steps that help buyers complete the transaction safely.
Purchase Tax on a Second Apartment in Israel: What Will You Really Pay in 2026?

Purchase tax on a second apartment can materially affect the feasibility of a real estate transaction in Israel. These are the 2026 brackets, common mistakes and planning points to check before signing.
Bank of Israel Cuts Interest Rate: What It Means for Mortgage Borrowers and Home Buyers

The Bank of Israel’s interest rate cut may ease the burden for some mortgage borrowers, but it is not a reason to rush into a real estate transaction without proper legal and financial review.
Supreme Court Ruling: When Improvement Levy Cannot Be Charged for TAMA 38

The Israeli Supreme Court held that an improvement levy cannot be charged merely because of unrealized TAMA 38 potential. What does this mean for apartment owners, sellers and buyers?
Representing a Developer in a Combination Transaction – What to Check

Representing a developer in a combination transaction requires legal, commercial, planning and tax review. This is how to reduce risk, protect profitability and keep control of the deal.
Transfer of an Apartment Without Consideration Between Relatives

Transferring an apartment between relatives without consideration requires tax, registration and family-consent checks. Here is how to avoid costly mistakes and handle the process correctly.
A Will for Real Estate Assets in Israel – How to Prevent Disputes

A will for real estate assets in Israel requires precise planning of registered rights, heirs, taxes, mortgages, tenants, and non-resident issues in order to reduce risks and prevent future disputes.
Elder Law Attorney – When You Need One and Why

An elder law attorney can help protect assets, prepare an enduring power of attorney, draft wills and handle real estate decisions in a way that prevents mistakes and protects the family.
A Senior Housing Contract – What Must Be Checked

A Senior Housing Contract before signing helps identify problematic clauses, understand future costs, and protect the resident’s rights and financial security.
Deposit Erosion in Assisted Living – What to Check

Deposit erosion in assisted living directly affects the amount that will remain for the family. Here is how to review the erosion mechanism, risks, and key contractual clauses.