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Mortgage rejections in Israel jump from 5% to 8%, creating a new hurdle for homebuyers

Many Israelis have seen their personal credit scores deteriorate over the past two years, making mortgages harder and more expensive to secure; buyers often sign contracts before bank approval, prompting warnings: 'Do not sign without bank backing'

Hila Tsion | 02.08.26

The small details most buyers miss when purchasing property in Israel

First-time buyers often focus on price, size and location, but in dense markets like Tel Aviv it’s the small, easily overlooked details — light, layout, noise and views — that most shape how a home actually feels once you live in it

Noah Sander | 02.07.26

Buyers sue seller for hiding dangerous construction violations in Tel Aviv luxury tower

Lawsuit claims seller illegally demolished structural blast wall in YOO Towers apartment, endangering building stability and lives; buyers allege fraud and seek to void deal

Hila Tsion | 02.04.26

Home prices tick up after eight months of decline, surprising officials

Housing prices climbed 0.7% in October–November 2025, defying expectations and breaking a months-long downturn; despite slower sales, recent secondhand deals show continued activity in cities across the country

Hila Tsion | 02.01.26

הדבקת יריעות על הקירות. עיצוב: אהובה יום טוב

Selling your apartment? Five simple, low-cost upgrades that can boost its value

In a buyers’ market, selling an older apartment takes more effort; here are 5 small, affordable upgrades that can dramatically improve first impressions, speed up a sale and help you get closer to your asking price

Galit Hareli | 01.30.26

The Nvidia effect? Kiryat Tivon homeowner cancels apartment sale, betting on rising prices

After tech giant announced plans for a massive chip campus nearby, a Kiryat Tivon property owner withdrew a signed deal, saying prices could surge within a year or two as investors move quickly to secure homes in the area

Hila Tsion | 01.27.26

How a standard apartment in Rishon LeZion became a personal family home

A young couple with two daughters transformed a typical contractor-built apartment into a warm, Scandinavian-inspired home, complete with an adventure-filled playroom for the children and a professional home music studio for the father

Shir Bader | 01.25.26

פרויקט שירת הים של קבוצת נתיב בקרית ים | צילום: סנפשוט

'I stopped going to Manhattan': pressure after Mamdani’s win drives Jews to buy homes in Israel

War, anti-Israel protests and rising antisemitism are reshaping Israel’s housing market, with a surge in interest from diaspora Jews and foreign residents seeking homes to live in, not investments, especially in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Netanya and Beit Shemesh

Hila Tsion | 01.20.26

As housing prices slide, here’s what a 4-room Tel Aviv apartment costs now

And also: how much a five-room penthouse in Ramla sold for, what buyers paid for a three-room apartment in Be’er Sheva and the price of a two-room apartment in Jerusalem; a snapshot of this week’s second-hand deals

Hila Tsion | 12.07.25

Expectations vs. reality: Israeli living spaces are smaller than what you’re used to

For many foreign buyers, Israeli homes seem tight and compact compared to Western standards, but once you understand the culture, you realize: in Israel, life happens outside your walls—on the streets, in the cafés and by the sea

Noah Sander | 11.22.25

Tel Aviv real estate slump: 5-room apartments down 26% in value

Home prices fell for the seventh straight month, with Tel Aviv’s large-apartment market hit hardest while other cities defy the trend with notable gains, highlighting a fragmented housing market across the country

Hila Tsion | 11.19.25

Home sales plunge, but developers bet on big discounts to lure buyers back

As new data shows a sharp drop in real estate deals, builders offer steep discounts and financing perks; new survey finds nearly 70% of buyers would return—if the deal is right; but experts warn: the pressure may shift to the secondhand market

Hila Tsion | 11.17.25

Thinking of selling? What it takes to succeed in today’s market

You already own a property in Israel and are now thinking about selling? Over the last 12 months, I’ve spoken to countless homeowners asking me the same question: 'Is now a good time to sell?' The honest answer? It’s an extremely subjective question, and one that depends more on you than on the market; without oversimplifying, it’s a good time to sell if you’re ready to sell - at today’s prices

Noah Sander | 11.15.25

From grief to design: how a young Tel Aviv couple turned a tiny rental into a colorful sanctuary

In a small rented apartment in Tel Aviv, interior designer Aviv Wexler and her partner Nadav Ben Nun created a colorful, lively home filled with travel souvenirs, handmade touches, and greenery — all crafted on a modest budget

Noam Ron | 10.22.25

בנייה חדשה במרכז. "אתגר משמעותי הן לרוכשי הדירות והן ליזמים"

Buying property through a buyers group? 5 key facts to know

One way to lower housing costs is through buyers groups — organized property purchases; but what should you know before joining, and how do buyers groups differ from purchasing groups?

Ori Chudy | 10.17.25

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