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Transferring property to your children in Israel Give or sell?

Transferring ownership of a property during one's lifetime or through inheritance is completely free in Israel. However, depending on the parents' tax...

Where Jews from around the world settle in Israel: the 2026 map

21,900 olim in 2025, 487 foreign purchases in Q1 2026: two maps that don't overlap. Who lives where — and why it changes everything.

Ashdod Marina's very first hotel will open its doors within six months

Excellent news for Ashdod's tourism development: the Marina's very first hotel will open its doors in approximately six months.

3.75% rate: good news for some, a trap for others depending on your currency

The Bank of Israel cuts its rates to 3.75%. Good news? It depends on your passport — and your currency. The detailed analysis.

Pinouy Binouy - beware of "standard contract" traps

Pinouy Binouy is a real estate program in Israel that allows for the demolition and reconstruction of old buildings through a real estate developer wh...

Guardianship

Guardianship is an essential legal procedure when a close person is no longer able to manage their affairs alone due to age, illness or disability. It...

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...