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Arthur Yakubovich

Your local guide to real estate in Israel

Jul 2, 2023, 1:23 PM

Buying property in Israel: Cash vs. mortgage

When it comes to purchasing property in Israel, the high real estate prices often prompt the question of whether it is better to buy in cash or opt for a mortgage to expand your budget. This dilemma applies not...

Mar 21, 2022, 2:15 PM

Tama 38 (NOP 38)

Tama 38 stands for National Outline Plan in Hebrew. Tama 38 involves renovating, revamping, and strengthening old buildings in Israel against earthquakes and the addition of new features such as balconies, elevators, etc. The rationale for doing so was to...

Feb 22, 2022, 12:16 PM

Real Estate Terms in Israel

Planning to purchase property in Israel? Interested in local real estate? Looking to improve your professional Hebrew? This glossary will help you understand some of the basic terms of real estate in Israel. Let’s go. Arnona – Land tax (municipality tax...

Feb 11, 2022, 7:59 AM

[Guide] Buying Property in Israel

Most new olim, especially Americans, find the real estate in Israel somewhat strange. While shopping for their dream house, they can’t get used to what they see – messy places, broken parts, and “too much to renovate.” One of...

About Me

Arthur Yakubovich is a real estate expert in Israel, specializing in serving English and Russian-speaking clients. His rich experience in the local market inspired him to write about Israeli real estate and thus guide and educate many who are interested in purchasing, selling, and investing in local real estate.

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