There is a growing demand for Israeli homes, particularly among American Jews who can afford to buy one. This phenomenal rise in sales from overseas buyers is attributed to Israel is seen as a haven amidst the uncertain political climate in America. According to Tzvi Shapiro, First Israel Mortgages co-founder, these buyers once regarded having […]
CALCALIST: Post-Crisis Recovery: Investors Return to Real Estate Market | April 2021 A survey of the residential real estate industry in the fourth quarter of 2020 published by the Ministry of Finance shows that after declines in the volume of transactions with the outbreak of the corona crisis, there was a 19% increase in apartment purchases […]
It is a fact that the need for office buildings has declined since COVID-19 emerged. Despite this, homes have always and will always be in demand in the country. Working from home is not a new idea, and people in the Israeli high-tech industry are already familiar with the set-up. Although, it is only now […]
Welcome news to real estate investors in Israel: the purchase tax for investment apartments has been significantly reduced. The first tax bracket will be 5% instead of the 8% it was until now – thus ending the temporary provision drafted under the previous minister of the treasury, Moshe Kahlon, that was supposed to end at […]
Following a six-month decrease of housing prices, apartment prices have risen during the past six months. During February-Match of 2019, apartment prices in Israel rose by approximately 0.1% compared to January-February of the same year, as released by the Central Bureau of Statistics. Compared to the same time-period last year (February-March 208), apartment prices have […]
Real estate is a major source of financial growth all around the world. However, the demand varies in different locations due to many factors: fluctuations in the worldwide and local economy, the balance between demand and supply of real estate lots, and even the political situation. The growth of supply in prestigious real estate in […]
It can be challenging finding the right home, especially since every country is vastly different. Researching general real estate information is not going to help you especially if you are looking to buy in a specific area. Listed below are some great tips to guide you in the right direction and help you make an […]
When most people think of Jerusalem, they usually think of Biblical, archeological, and historical sites of significance to Jews, Muslims, and Christians. But Jerusalem is much more than that. The city has a unique culture that includes incredible museums, exquisite restaurants, amazing music halls and theaters, and beautiful outdoor areas. When purchasing or renting real […]
Living in Israel has its advantages and its disadvantages, but in recent years, it has always been the case that you have plenty of options. There are areas in which you can live that are more religiously focused, and there are other areas that are more open and progressive. There are some areas that have […]
With recent turmoil in the political and economic arenas, a shrewd observer might think of the Israeli real-estate market, especially in Jerusalem, as a bubble that might soon burst. However, prices for real estate in Jerusalem are not going to drop anytime soon, and we are expecting great market stability in the near future – Let’s look […]
