Mortgage

The Hidden Momentum Driving Israel’s Housing Boom

The mortgage market continues to advance, supported by strong demand, limited supply, and eager developers

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A Bank Hapoalim branch. Saving the customer from struggling with language barriers or bureaucracy.

Fulfilling a Dream

Young family dreaming about moving into new house.

The dream persists: New survey shows Israelis’ confidence in the housing market

Buildings in Tel Aviv.

Construction time lengthens, rent rises, and young people pay the price


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Bank of Israel allows mortgage increase of NIS 200,000 for various purposes

The BOI offers temporary relief to borrowers, allowing them to increase their mortgage for debt relief or Merkhav Mugan (protected space) construction in old apartments.


Wave of insolvency could severely impact the Israeli economy in 2024

The future projected difficult economic situation is due to slowdown, an increase in interest rates, and difficulties in repaying mortgages.

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How to manage your inheritance and make sure you buck the trend

Those who buy property or other financial assets like stocks and bonds keep and grow their money over time.

 A WORKER walks next to a pipe at the launch of the construction of an interconnector gas pipeline to link the gas networks of Bulgaria and Serbia, near Golyanovtsi, Bulgaria, February 1, 2023. Start investing. Keep it simple: Stick to stocks, bonds, and real estate, says the writer.

What goes up, must come down, even housing prices

On June 11, it was announced that a two-decade low was recorded in the number of real estate transactions throughout Israel.

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Getting a mortgage in a changing reality - comment

Apartment buyers, borrowers, mortgage consulting companies and banks are learning the new reality to properly deal with a different and challenging market situation.

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Israeli banks strong but high Q1 profits not sustainable - regulator

The central bank noted that an average return on equity of 16.4% was the highest since 2006, with some banks reaching 20%.

 The Bank of Israel building is seen in Jerusalem June 16, 2020. Picture taken June 16, 2020.

Israeli citizens will pay the price for judicial reform - analysis

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich can keep claiming that the reform strengthens the economy, but it's very difficult to dispute current financial figures.

 Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich holds a press conference with bereaved families at the Israeli Finance Ministry in Jerusalem on January 8, 2023.

Cause for concern? Over half of Israelis struggle to meet mortgage repayments

For young couples, the goal of buying an apartment is getting further and further away, and some are considering investing in real estate abroad.

 A newly built residential neighborhood in Herzliya Oct 30, 2020.

SixtyFive partners with key mortgage industry players to provide seniors access home equity

The early-stage company is laying the foundation to broaden its reach throughout the US in the coming year.

 (Left to right) Tali Gross, CEO, Eyal Stern, COO, Ron Likvornik, CTO.