Posts by Meir Shua

Few potential home owners can purchase an asset without making use of a mortgage for Israeli real estate. In this article, an Israeli real estate attorney will explain what you should pay attention to when applying for such a mortgage. Mitigating the Risks of Inflation Banks have created a variety of options to help their…

When purchasing land or real estate in Israel, you must make sure the purchase is duly listed in the Israeli Real Estate Registry – the Land Registry Bureau. In this article, we will explain the process and required documents. The Final Step in the Sale Transaction The last step in securing your new home is…

Our law office specializes in helping Israeli and foreign clients make land and real estate purchases in Israel. In this article, we will explain the role of an Israeli Real Estate Lawyer in helping you facilitate any real estate investments in the Holy Land. Why do you need a real estate lawyer? Between pricing, negotiation,…

Are you a foreign citizen interested in purchasing real estate in Israel? This series of articles will explain the ins and outs of Israeli land ownership and legal terms, starting with the history of Israeli Land Law. Historical Overview: Land Reform Program Toward the end of the 19th century, Jewish settlement groups, like the Jewish…

Foreign Citizen Bank Accounts Currently, foreign citizens have the ability to open Israeli bank accounts, with no substantial restrictions in the initial process. Although there are no immediate setbacks, there are restrictions that come into play during the next steps of using this account. There are many obstacles that you may face when financing Israeli…

Whenever you intend to purchase an apartment, it is suggested that you review it on you assess the asset before purchasing it, rather than rely on the words of the seller realtor. Whatever time and effort you invest are miniscule compared to the problems you may avoid. The law office recommends the use of these…

The Legal Framework Governing Israeli Tax Law The Israel Tax Authority regularly updates the Israeli real estate tax rates and regulations, which generally apply to all Israeli real estate “users” (tenants and owners). There are different factors that determine the rate at which you end up paying. The most important factor tends to be whether…

The most common question asked when purchasing real estate is: How long does it take to buy an apartment in Israel? Although not every buyer wants to purchase an apartment as quickly as possible, the process could potentially be completed in four months or less. On the other hand, if difficulties are encountered regarding the…

The internet is a great tool to find a plethora of information: including sales listings for tens of thousands of Israeli apartments. It could be extremely useful to spend some time online researching different databases and websites, finding info on the internet for Israeli Real Estate to educate yourself on what is the best and…