Updates and summaries on the Israeli real estate market.
The "Affordable Price" program aims to facilitate the purchase of discounted apartments for young couples and singles over 35, but at the end of the program, many apartments remained unsold. These apartments are currently offered for sale w…
Buyers of 32 apartments in a project by Avnei Derech in Jerusalem are claiming compensation amounting to 14.7 million shekels due to a delay of over four years in the delivery of the apartments. The plaintiffs point out that the delay force…
In the past year, a 7% decline in construction starts was recorded in Israel, with about 76,000 apartments built between June 2025 and July 2026, compared to nearly 82,000 apartments the previous year. This marks the first decline in three …
The Council of Property Appraisers at the Ministry of Justice has approved Standard 9.1, aimed at uniformly defining the term "apartment area". The new standard seeks to reduce discrepancies in area measurements that have been practiced unt…
A reverse mortgage is a financial solution aimed at retirees over the age of 60, allowing them to obtain a loan based on their assets without selling the property or making monthly repayments. It is a flexible loan that can be used for vari…
The transfer without consideration of real estate assets in Israel is mainly carried out between family members, such as parents and children or spouses. Israeli law provides significant tax benefits in these transactions, including exempti…
The Real Estate Taxation Law in Israel regulates taxation on real estate transactions, including capital gains tax on property sales and purchase tax on acquisitions. The law, which has undergone many changes since its enactment, aims to en…
Capital gains tax is a tax imposed on profits from the sale of real estate assets in Israel, such as residential apartments. The standard tax rate is 25% of the net profit, defined as the difference between the sale price and the purchase p…
The betterment tax is a mandatory payment imposed on property owners or tenants when they make improvements to a property, such as building additions or changing its designation. The tax, amounting to 50% of the value of the improvement, is…
Purchasing an investment apartment in Israel in 2023 offers many advantages, including rental income and returns from rising property prices. However, several factors must be considered before making a decision. The annual yield ranges from…
Following the refusal of 10 residents in a redevelopment project in the Katamon neighborhood of Jerusalem, a lawsuit has been filed in the district court. The plaintiffs, representing the 109 residents who agreed to the project, seek to rec…
In the housing market in Israel, a growing crisis is being recorded, as developers receive building permits but do not implement them. Data from the planning administration shows a significant increase in the number of permits issued, peaki…
The Israeli real estate market is experiencing high concentration, with only eight companies responsible for about 20% of the cash flow of contractors. Data from the Chief Economist's Office at the Ministry of Finance indicates that in July…
The Evacuation and Reconstruction Law, enacted in 1965, aims to rehabilitate old neighborhoods in Israel, but initially did not require residents' consent for evacuation. Over time, changes to the law, such as the establishment of the Eiges…
The "Target Price" program, which began in 2022, has cost the state approximately 27.2 billion shekels at least until the end of 2025. This cost mainly arises from lost revenue related to land subsidies, commitments to development subsidies…
In the real estate market in Israel, a decline in prices is being recorded, with developers trying to maintain price levels through various tactics, while second-hand apartment sellers are forced to compromise more. The current situation re…
The Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS) launched a new index for second-hand apartment prices, indicating a 1.2% decrease in prices in the second quarter of 2026 compared to the first quarter. The declines were particularly notable in the Je…
Calculating yield on a real estate asset in Israel is a complex process required for any investor looking to invest in rental real estate. Yield is typically measured by dividing annual rent by the property's value, but additional expenses …
The tabou, or Land Registration Office, is a central body for property registration in Israel, and obtaining a tabou extract is a crucial step in buying an apartment. This extract provides essential information about the property, including…
A new expansion plan for the Dizengoff Center in Tel Aviv is expected to upgrade the commercial complex and add a variety of uses. The local planning and building committee will discuss the recommendation to approve the plan, which proposes…
