20/04 The new Ramla: How the city became the hottest real estate hub in the Gush Dan region
-While prices soar in central Israel, Ramla emerges as a real estate hotspot with the TEO project, future metro, new IDF base, medical campus, and major urban renewal reshaping the historic city.
- Jerusalem Post17/04 The awakening phase: How real estate developers should prepare for the new era
-Real estate developers must face new risks and adopt smart strategies for today's reality. Insight from Poli Tetro, Co-Founder of Leader Top Capital.
- Jerusalem Post17/04 Rent. Relax. Repeat: The future of mid-term apartment living in Israel is here
-Denis Brodetzky, CEO of Blueground Israel, is revolutionizing rentals with fully furnished, all-inclusive apartments available at the click of a button.
- Jerusalem Post10/04 Air builds as clear as wine
-Jerusalem is undergoing a transformation, with new high-rise construction, a light rail system – and public debate about preserving its heritage amidst modernization.
- Jerusalem Post06/04 New street and rental apartments for service members in Beersheba
-The Beersheba local committee recommends the Taubel plan in Neighborhood G, including 450 rental apartments, commercial spaces, public institutions, and a new street for students and service members.
- Jerusalem Post03/04 30 years in tower construction: Nachmias Group conquers Tel Aviv
-With prestigious projects in Tel Aviv, Ramat Hasharon, and beyond, the group, which started its journey in Ashdod, will market hundreds of apartments in the coming year.
- Jerusalem Post03/04 From suburbs to towers: Kiryat Bialik's old neighborhood transforms
-1,000 apartments, commercial spaces, and an urban renewal project by Arie Prashkovsky Group and Landco Real Estate aim to transform Kiryat Bialik’s Tzur Shalom into a leading neighborhood.
- Jerusalem Post03/04 Israel ranks among top 10 global real estate investors in Europe, US
-The report highlights a 78% surge in Israeli investments across the European property market.
- Jerusalem Post02/04 First permit granted: Ambitious project on Kinneret shores begins
-Av-Gad Ltd. received the first permit for Phase A of a NIS 4 billion project, including an open-air theater, two hotels, commercial areas, and future residential units.
- Jerusalem Post01/04 Israel's new center: The Sharon cities are renewing – and young people are flocking
-New construction and urban renewal are transforming the Sharon cities, attracting young people and offering real estate opportunities. Mayors and developers gathered in Tel Aviv to discuss challenges
- Jerusalem Post24/03 Southern Israel real estate surges as investors eye economic and Zionist opportunity
-Southern Israel's real estate market surged in 2024, driven by low prices, high demand, and government development.
- Jerusalem Post24/03 It's already a tradition: Mizrahi Tefahot's leading women in real estate conference
-Building the future: hundreds of women leading in the real estate field in Israel gathered for a morning of inspiration at the annual conference of Mizrahi Tefahot Bank. Who spoke at the conference?
- Jerusalem Post20/03 7 projects in 1 month: The company driving northern renewal
-Av-Gad announces seven tenant tenders in one month in the Krayot and northern Israel, totaling about 4,000 new housing units. CEO Re’em Ratzon:"Northern Israel is a key growth engine for the future."
- Jerusalem Post17/03 The market today is hot. Many investors want in, maybe too many
-2025 is shaping up to be pivotal for the Israeli real estate market. The construction industry is awakening, urban renewal is gaining momentum, and non-bank financing is challenging the big banks.
- Jerusalem Post10/03 Surprising city: 80+ long-term rental contracts signed quickly
-In just six weeks, 81 contracts were signed in Yavne's Rent 2 Stay long-term rental project by Almog Group and Harel Insurance & Finance. What’s the rent for a four-room apartment?
- Jerusalem Post04/03 A major step toward advancing urban renewal in the periphery
-The Israel Land Authority approved a decision to promote urban renewal projects requiring state support. The first site for implementation is the "Tirosh Complex" in Nof Hagalil.
- Jerusalem Post03/03 Surprising data: 70% of apartments in Israel are built by small firms
-A Ruby Capital review shows that medium and small real estate firms build over three-fourths of Israel's housing. By September 2024, around 178,100 apartments were under construction.
- Jerusalem Post02/03 Sacred real estate: Resolving the church land saga in Jerusalem - opinion
-If every time someone purchases land from a Christian denomination, the state will rush in and expropriate that land, no one will want to purchase land from the various churches anymore.
- Jerusalem Post10/02 Carmei Gat: A growing hub with exceptional potential
-A thriving neighborhood in Kiryat Gat offers modern living, great value, and a strong sense of community.
- Jerusalem Post21/01 Tel Aviv Municipality unveils real estate plans on Carlebach Street
-The rents that tenants will be required to pay will differ depending on the building, the floor, and whether the building is for demolition or renovation.
- Jerusalem Post15/01 Record mortgage taking in Israel in December
-December's figure was double the monthly average of mortgages taken in the rest of 2024.
- Jerusalem Post02/12 Abu Tor: Bridging divides in the heart of Jerusalem
-Abu Tor is more than a neighborhood; it’s a microcosm of Jerusalem itself – a place where history, religion, and modern life intersect in complex and fascinating ways.
- Jerusalem Post28/11 Beersheba: Cultural and tourism hubs as economic growth accelerators
-Beersheba's cultural, tourism, and leisure growth attracts entrepreneurs and real estate investors while encouraging homebuyers to choose the city as their ideal place to live.
- Jerusalem Post28/11 Tender completed for 2,000 protected rooms in northern border communities
-Amigur's tender includes over 2,000 protected rooms in 21 northern border communities, with Oron Infrastructure building 40% for NIS 80 million.
- Jerusalem Post25/11 4,300 apartments: The new neighborhood in Lod, Nofei Ben Shemen, officially inaugurated
-Minister Yitzhak Goldknopf and Lod Mayor Yair Revivo inaugurated the Nofei Ben Shemen neighborhood, featuring 4,300 housing units and 20,000 square meters of public, commercial, and leisure spaces.
- Jerusalem Post20/11 CEO of Bank of Jerusalem: "Mortgage terms should be extended to 35 years"
-At a conference marking 30 years of Bank of Jerusalem's real estate sector, CEO Yair Kaplan urged the Bank of Israel to extend mortgage terms to 35 years to ease high costs for young couples.
- Jerusalem Post18/11 Planning Administration CEO: 'Periphery no longer exists in modern planning terms'
-At a conference marking 30 years of Bank Jerusalem’s real estate sector, CEO Rafi Elmaliach declared that modern planning aims to permanently eliminate the term 'periphery' from Israeli discourse.
- Jerusalem Post17/11 Soho Jerusalem – Welcome to your future in Jerusalem
- Jerusalem Post07/11 Discounted apartments: Over 90,000 applicants compete for less than 5,000 units
-Slim chances: Around 90,000 applicants registered for the “Discounted Apartment” lottery, competing for only 4,741 spots. Eligibility applications for the next lottery are now open.
- Jerusalem Post06/11 Will Google play a role in rebuilding the North after the war?
-A new mixed-use project combining jobs, commerce, and housing is planned for Rosh Pina post-war. In talks today, it was revealed Google may join the initiative, signaling its promising potential.
- Jerusalem Post04/11 How much do Mossad employees earn? The monstrous sum Yossi Cohen paid for an apartment
-Former Mossad Chief Yossi Cohen bought a 134 m² luxury apartment with a 14 m² sea-view balcony in Tel Aviv's Rainbow project for NIS 14 million, in the upscale Sde Dov neighborhood.
- Jerusalem Post31/10 New Netanya neighborhood: 1,650 apartments, park, and regional hospital
-Israel's Land Authority approves "Golf Complex" in Netanya, featuring 1,656 housing units, commercial space, a metropolitan park, and a designated site for a regional hospital.
- Jerusalem Post30/10 The grand project is underway: 4,280 new apartments to be built in this city
-The Israel Land Authority and Ashdod’s plan for the Southern CBD District adds 2,530 apartments, commercial areas, a government complex, public buildings, green spaces, and diverse housing.
- Jerusalem Post29/10 Economic Crisis? The mortgage market in September – activity over the past two years
-Bank of Israel data shows mortgages totaling NIS 8.53 billion were taken in September, the second-highest in two years, with a noted drop in contractor loan volumes compared to previous months.
- Jerusalem Post28/10 Preparing for TAMA 38? Key clarification issued by the tax authority
-The Tax Authority clarifies: homeowners in TAMA 38 projects can purchase construction services from developers for unsold building rights without it being considered a taxable real estate transaction
- Jerusalem Post28/10 Theatron Jerusalem: A fusion of history, hospitality, and heart
- Jerusalem Post27/10 1,300 apartments in four neighborhoods: Jerusalem’s urban renewal revolution continues
-The Jerusalem Municipality recommends the regional committee approve major urban renewal plans, adding about 1,300 residential units, public buildings, commercial spaces, and open public areas.
- Jerusalem Post23/10 How much does an apartment with a shared bomb shelter cost in Tel Aviv?
-If a private bomb shelter is out of your budget, a northern Tel Aviv apartment with a shared atomic shelter offers an option. What’s the cost?
- Jerusalem Post16/10 100 Million Shekels: Will a new bypass end traffic jams in Netanya's east?
-The Netanya Municipality has begun an NIS 100 million project for a new bypass road, aimed at easing severe traffic jams in the eastern part of the city that impact residents' quality of life.
- Jerusalem Post14/10 The "Israeli Tuscany": New wine park in Zikhron Ya'akov to boost tourism
-A new tender offers land for 265 guest rooms in two hotels at Zikhron Ya'akov's Wine Park. The city, home to many wineries, aims to become a top attraction for both domestic and international tourism
- Jerusalem Post13/10 Solel Boneh to restore another historic building in Sderot
-One year after the destruction, the police station in Sderot will be rebuilt. The station, which became a symbol on October 7, will now be reconstructed by Solel Boneh.
- Jerusalem Post09/10 The state slaughters its cash cow: Where will the money come from for the war?
-The tax authority continues to plan sanctions to push real estate investors out, claiming this will help young buyers. But when taxes rise to cover war deficits, young people will pay the price.
- Jerusalem Post30/09 Registration opens for discounted apartment lottery: Here is the full list of cities
-4,700 apartments in 14 cities: The discounted apartment lottery is open for five weeks. 20% of apartments will be reserved for active reserve soldiers. Cities include Rishon LeZion and Kfar Saba
- Jerusalem Post25/09 Top municipalities awarded for excellence in building law enforcement
-The Land Enforcement Authority awarded seven local committees for excellence in enforcing building laws, based on criteria like indictments, court rulings, demolition orders, and violation surveys.
- Jerusalem Post24/09 Urban renewal: Potential for 16,000 new apartments in this city
-The Central District Committee will discuss replacing TAMA 38 in Rishon LeZion, allowing for 16,000 new apartments citywide. The plan includes earthquake reinforcements and gradual urban renewal.
- Jerusalem Post22/09 And how is it related to Trump? A new skyscraper will be added to the city skyline
- Jerusalem Post19/09 The new opportunity: Tel Aviv's prestigious heart expands towards Florentin
-What connects Florentin to Tel Aviv’s heart, old Jaffa, and the beach? Introducing MOMA TEL AVIV by Hagag Group—just minutes from the Red Line and a 10-minute scooter ride from Rothschild Boulevard.
- Jerusalem Post18/09 Rising demand: Approximately 70,000 unsold apartments remain on the supply shelf
-Between May-July 2024, around 25,000 apartments were sold, a 32% increase from last year. Despite the surge in demand, unsold units rose by 19%, leaving around 70,000 apartments still on the market.
- Jerusalem Post17/09 Aliyah made easy: Meet the real estate org making Israeli real estate easy for Diaspora Jews
-Alberto Shemaria's real estate ventures modernize Aliyah by offering tailored housing solutions for new immigrants, creating a gradual transition to life in Israel.
- Jerusalem Post17/09 A year later: Sharp increase in apartment sales last July
-A Ministry of Finance review shows a 29% rise in July 2024 apartment sales vs. July 2023, with new sales up 51%. Investor activity and first-time buyer purchases also saw strong growth.
- Jerusalem Post15/09 A major step towards shortening Israel's housing construction process
-New guidelines to streamline Israel's housing construction process, potentially cutting building permit approval times by 1 to 4 years, reducing delays and confusion in the current licensing process.
- Jerusalem Post12/09 Maybe also in your city: 4,000 new apartments approved in Gush Dan
-The Tel Aviv District Committee approved submitting several urban renewal projects, including about 4,000 new housing units in two major cities in the Gush Dan. Which cities are involved?
- Jerusalem Post11/09 Major step towards establishing a new hospital in Beersheba
-Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich and Health Minister Uriel Buso signed the permits for the new Beersheba hospital, which will include 600 beds and offer services integrated with hospitalization.
- Jerusalem Post09/09 As expected: Municipality leaders strongly oppose the cancellation of development levies
-Municipality leaders warn that canceling development levies, promoted by the Ministry of Justice and Planning Administration without local authority input, could severely impact public services.
- Jerusalem Post09/09 Affordable housing for young adults will be built at Ashdod's old stadium site
-The Israel Land Authority issued a tender for 453 apartments in Ashdod under the "Target Price" program. The site will later include 1,000 units, towers up to 24 stories, commercial areas, and more.
- Jerusalem Post05/09 Under rocket fire: The work on a promenade along the Jordan River is complete
-An eastern Jordan Canal promenade path was recently paved in the Kinneret Drainage and Streams Authority's NIS 100 million project to restore and develop 12 kilometers along the Jordan River.
- Jerusalem Post05/09 Tens of thousands of immigrants to Israel: How will this impact the housing market?
-A Real Estate Media event, in collaboration with Leumi Mortgages, brought together ministers and industry leaders to discuss whether Israel is prepared for the influx of Jews expected to immigrate.
- Jerusalem Post02/09 No easier solution: This is what you'll pay organizers in urban renewal projects
-For the first time: The Government Authority for Urban Renewal publishes recommended salaries for project organizers, which can impact project feasibility and homeowners' returns.
- Jerusalem Post02/09 Can you guess? These are the 10 most in demand cities for rentals in Israel
-As Israel's rental market heats up for the new school year, 2024's summer sees surging demand in major cities amid the ongoing conflict, with dramatic spikes in rental interest across the country.
- Jerusalem Post01/09 Curious? Check out Tel Aviv's urban renewal plan for the coming years!
-At a special event attended by lawyers, the leaders of Tel Aviv's urban renewal efforts presented the city’s plan for the upcoming years, which is expected to add around 6,000 housing units annually.
- Jerusalem Post29/08 Thousands of northern investors left without compensation as property values plummet
-Northern real estate investors face losses as the state ignores their rights, leaving them with empty properties for 10 months. The state's response is due by September 4th.
- Jerusalem Post29/08 Real estate emerges from the hurricane - opinion
-While equities and bonds have shown signs of recovery, European real estate remains at cyclical lows, offering a rare entry point.
- Jerusalem Post25/08 For the citizens: Giv'atayim building dedicated to comfort and rescue
-An Entire Building for Israel's Citizens: The National Headquarters of "Nechama and Rescue for Israel" Opens in Giv'atayim, Mobilizing Life-Saving Donations During the War
- Jerusalem Post21/08 Tax benefits and grants: Major companies eye these industrial zones?
-Industrial zones in Upper Tiberias and Macabim are now designated as Development Area A, making factories and businesses eligible for reduced corporate taxes and substantial investment grants.
- Jerusalem Post21/08 JNF and Greek Orthodox Church to pay betterment levy on Jerusalem lands
-Following a decision by the Jerusalem District Planning and Building Appeals Committee, The Jewish National Fund (JNF) and the Greek Orthodox Church must pay betterment levies on Jerusalem land.
- Jerusalem Post19/08 Revolution in public housing: Eligible families to choose their own apartment
-Amid the ongoing conflict and growing housing waitlist, a new program lets eligible families choose their own apartments - a major policy shift. Inbar Mazuz-Shor from the Housing Ministry explains.
- Jerusalem Post15/08 53% of northern residents who bought a home this year chose to leave the North
-A new analysis shows that less than half of northern evacuees who bought homes in the first half of the year chose to stay in the area, while the situation in the South appears more optimistic.
- Jerusalem Post14/08 The end for "machers" who have stalled urban renewal projects for years?
-Power shifts to homeowners: New Justice Ministry rules fix developer payouts for canceled deals, aiming to unblock stalled urban renewal projects.
- Jerusalem Post13/08 Paving the sky: How Jerusalem is rising along the light rail routes
-Jerusalem rises with new policies, adding thousands of homes and millions of square meters of commercial space along 75 km of planned light rail tracks, fueling urban growth and renewal.
- Jerusalem Post11/08 Residents fought and the state approved: TAMA 38 extended until year-end in these cities
-The National Council decided: TAMA 38 ends on August 29, 2024. In Tel Aviv, Bnei Brak, and Bat Yam, projects in the permit application process can be completed by year-end, within four months.
- Jerusalem Post09/08 4,470 requests during the war: Planning to build a safe room? We have news for you
-The National Council for Planning and Building has extended the fast-track process for safe rooms by another year. Since 17.10.23, 4,470 requests have been submitted under the permit exemption.
- Jerusalem Post08/08 Alongside the restoration of the ruins: New residential neighborhood approved in Kibbutz Be'eri
-The first Gaza border restoration plan begins: Approval for a new residential area and restoring a damaged one in Kibbutz Be'eri: "By summer 2026, Be'eri members will return."
- Jerusalem Post06/08 After the disaster: The state plans a more optimistic future for Majdal Shams
-The Druze community that suffered a severe blow two weeks ago dreams of a better future. The state has also planned a different future by approving a construction plan to double its population.
- Jerusalem Post04/08 Due to media pressure: A rehearing on the extension of TAMA 38
-Following complaints, the National Council will hold a hearing next Tuesday to consider extending TAMA 38 until the end of 2024 in Tel Aviv, Bat Yam, Bnei Brak, and other cities.
- Jerusalem Post02/08 Significant tax benefits approved for Olim purchasing a home
-The Knesset Finance Committee approved an amendment providing significant tax benefits for new immigrants buying homes in Israel, reducing purchase tax rates for properties up to 6 million shekels.
- Jerusalem Post29/07 Approved: New settlement to integrate people with disabilities into the community
-The Northern District Committee: Shibolet settlement in Lower Galilee to integrate people with disabilities. About 350 housing units will be built, with 70 for disabled individuals and their families
- Jerusalem Post24/07 Rakafot Neighborhood in Be'er Sheva flourishes: 682 apartments successfully marketed
-Be'er Sheva Municipality celebrates a major success in marketing lands in the new Rakafot neighborhood. Mayor Ruvik Danilovich: "The success of the plots proves the trust of developers in the city."
- Jerusalem Post22/07 Will Kiryat Ono, Ganei Tikva, and Givat Shmuel merge into a single municipality?
-The Interior Ministry appointed a committee to examine merging Kiryat Ono, Ganei Tikva, and Givat Shmuel into one municipality. Local leaders: "Outrageous decision detached from reality."
- Jerusalem Post21/07 Exciting: Wrote his research proposal inside a tank – and won an honors scholarship
-Shai Ben-Ami from Bar-Ilan University studied in a tank while serving in Gaza and earned a scholarship. "Your win is impressive given the circumstances," noted the professor at the award ceremony.
- Jerusalem Post14/07 Anti-Israel groups set to protest real estate event at Queens synagogue
-The Kew Gardens Hills synagogue is reportedly set to remain open for use during the protest, and the congregation is in contact with the New York Police Department and local politicians.
- Jerusalem Post10/07 Demolition of homes damaged in Be'eri massacre begins
-After public buildings in Kibbutz Be'eri were demolished, residences where residents were murdered and kidnapped are now being torn down in the second phase of Gaza settlements' rehabilitation.
- Jerusalem Post04/07 "Within three years, we will turn the ruins into paradise, just give us manpower"
-Responding to warnings from northern authorities about contractor shortages, the chairman of the Renovation Contractors Association urges the government: "Help us recruit manpower to start the work."
- Jerusalem Post03/07 Likud members disinterested: Solutions for landlords and tenants in evacuated areas
-The finance committee deliberates on the challenges landlords and tenants face in evacuated areas • despite state grants, complexities persist.
- Jerusalem Post01/07 War's influence: Record high demand for luxury apartments in Jerusalem
-How is the boom in Jerusalem's real estate market linked to rising global antisemitism? Oren Cohen, a key broker, shares insights on high-end property trends and foreign buyers' increasing interest.
- Jerusalem Post26/06 40% of apartment owners fear renovations amid northern war threat
-According to an investigation conducted by the Association of Renovation Contractors, 40% of apartment owners are delaying renovations because of war concerns.
- Jerusalem Post24/06 Don't trust realtors? New ethics regulations will restore confidence
-The Interior Committee is discussing new broker ethics regulations, banning incorrect property info and unauthorized payments, which could save the economy NIS 196 million annually.
- Jerusalem Post19/06 The Tax Authority vs. Ishay Ribo: Three luxury apartments in the crosshairs
-Singer Ishay Ribo battles the Tax Authority at the Jerusalem District Court over his NIS 6.5M apartment purchase. The key question: what were they bought for?
- Jerusalem Post16/06 Excessively expensive, yet first-time home buyers have doubled over the past year
-Despite soaring living costs, April saw 4,254 first-time home purchases—a 97% increase from last year. Which city tops the list for first-time buyers? The Chief Economist's report reveals all.
- Jerusalem Post13/06 April sees a 78% surge in apartment sales, surprising amid wartime
-Central Bureau of Statistics report shows a remarkable 78% increase in apartment sales in April 2024 compared to April 2023. Which cities saw the most sales during February-April 2024?
- Jerusalem Post10/06 New Netanya neighborhood to feature huge park, medical center, employment hub
-The Israel Land Authority's plan in Netanya includes 1,606 housing units, an employment district, a new medical center, and a vast metropolitan park spanning 180 dunams along the Ilanot stream.
- Jerusalem Post10/06 With a penthouse like this, the sky is not the limit – the sky is home
- Jerusalem Post06/06 Residents to gain new marina: Prestigious Sde Dov project approved
-The local committee in Tel Aviv has approved a plan to restore the historic Riding anchorage and construct a new recreation and marine education complex, complete with a green boardwalk and more.
- Jerusalem Post06/06 Israel’s housing market: A unique phenomenon, both challenging and optimistic
-Rising home prices and increasing transactions amidst war reflect strength in Israel's real estate sector.
- Jerusalem Post03/06 Ready? Registration open for discounted apartment raffle
-Registration for discounted apartments opens, with priority for reservists and a quarter allocated for the ultra-Orthodox community. Details in the article.
- Jerusalem Post30/05 Undoubtedly the cheapest apartment sold in Israel in recent years
-A 2.5-room apartment in Dimona, ground floor, 54 sqm, was sold for a remarkably low price, far below current market rates in Israel and significantly less than the average per square meter in Dimona.
- Jerusalem Post27/05 In your city? 10 new urban renewal projects announced
-Government Authority for Urban Renewal announces 10 new evacuation-construction complexes across five cities, replacing 1,169 existing apartments with 3,931 new units.
- Jerusalem Post26/05 For approximately NIS 145 Million: Companies to Build 94 Apartments in Herzliya Studios
-The Israel Land Authority reports tender for 94 Herzliya Studios apartments is complete, planning a 350-housing neighborhood. Offer: NIS 20M above minimum but the appraised value.
- Jerusalem Post21/05 The restoration begins: Plan approved to transform Ofakim from end to end
-Significant boost to the South: Israel Land Authority approves expansion of 'Afikei Nahal' neighborhood with 5,800 new apartments and extensive commercial and public spaces.
- Jerusalem Post12/01 The Excerpt podcast: U.S. military launches strikes on Houthis in Yemen
-U.S. warplanes, ships, and submarines, along with British fighters, attacked sites in Yemen yesterday associated with Iranian-backed Houthi rebels.
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