News & Articles
11/11/2026Urban Renewal in Israel: How Americans Can Buy Into Older Buildings Slated for TAMA 38 or Pinui-BinuiLearn how Americans can evaluate older Israeli apartments earmarked for urban renewal: the difference between TAMA 38 and Pinui-Bi…Read more →
11/11/2026Renting Before You Buy in Israel: A Guide for Americans Testing Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Ra'anana and Modi'inThinking of buying in Israel? Rent first. Learn how 12-month leases, bank guarantees and arnona work in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Ra'an…Read more →
11/11/2026Buying Israeli Property Through a U.S. Self-Directed IRA or LLC: What's Allowed, What's Risky, and How Israeli Lawyers and Banks View These StructuresConsidering a U.S. self-directed IRA or LLC to buy property in Israel? Learn the basics of what is generally possible, the main ri…Read more →
11/11/2026Israeli Mortgage Options for Americans: Qualifying with U.S. Income and Choosing the Right TracksHow Americans can qualify for an Israeli mortgage with U.S. income and credit history, compare bank offers, and choose between Pri…Read more →
11/11/2026Buying Off-Plan in Israel as an American: How the Madad-Linked Payment Schedule Works and How to Protect Yourself From Construction DelaysBuying a new apartment from a developer in Israel? Learn how index-linked payments work, what currency risks Americans face, and w…Read more →
11/11/2026How U.S. Tax Rules Affect Your Israeli Property Purchase: FBAR, FATCA and Form 8938 ExplainedBuying a home in Israel as a U.S. citizen or green card holder? Learn how FBAR, FATCA and Form 8938 apply, what to report, and how…Read more →