First purchase in Israel: step-by-step guide
The complete guide for first-time buyers in Israel.
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Your first purchase in Israel
Buying your first property in Israel is exciting but complex. This guide walks you through every step, from budget to keys.
Step 1: Define your budget
Minimum down payment: 25%. Additional costs: 5-8% (taxes, lawyer, agency). Max mortgage: 75% of price.
Step 2: Search
Use AllBatim to search by region, city, neighborhood, property type and budget. Visit at least 10 properties.
Step 3: Make an offer
Verbal offer → lawyer verification → negotiation → contract signing → payments → mortgage → tax → Tabou registration → keys.
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