The entire process of buying property should start by some good online research. Even if ultimately the actual purchase is carried out with the help of a broker, it is essential to begin analyzing the area online so as not to “go in blind”. The two main property databases in Israel are Yad2 and Madlan. [...]
Many friends and acquaintances have asked me lately whether they should buy an apartment in Israel. The simple answer is NO. But let's talk about it! (at length…) As a rule, cold hearted economists (like myself) differentiate between two very similar concepts, which are often confused: housing and property ownership. Housing - the right to live [...]
DIY mortgage refinancing (with some professional help): The bottom line: If you're mortgage is from 2008 and earlier you can save a significant amount of money Cost - 2,000-3,000 NIS (not including early termination fee). Time investment - 2-3 days of work, mostly in shorter sessions. Total duration: about a month and a half. Important [...]
