Tax
Interior Ministry changes the rules: Are you eligible for the new property tax discount?
New Interior Ministry rules: The model calculates per capita income and excludes allowances, making many middle-class families eligible for property tax discounts.
"Taylor Swift tax" takes effect
Discussion on Goldknopf’s proposal to lower VAT postponed by two weeks
The Association for Civil Rights petitions against the tax benefits law for settlements
Your Taxes: Look before you leap out of Israeli fiscal residency
Below, we discuss tax aspects for people leaving Israel. In a subsequent article, we will discuss returning to Israel.
Israel electric corporation chairman supports competition, electricity prices among lowest globally
Doron Arbely: Opposes tax hikes, calls for lower VAT and more business certainty.
End of tax exemption: Tax Authority move will cost property owners dearly in Israel
The move was formulated by the Finance Ministry led by Budget Commissioner and Chief Economist due to rising spending and need for revenue. Next government will approve a two-year budget in 2027.
Stop blaming shoppers for fast fashion: Israel's government should fix the market - opinion
Not everyone needs a new dress for every event. Re-wearing clothes should be part of the solution. But when the wedding season brings one event after another, women want more than one option.
Gov't call center quality falls, public service scores climb, digital access rises, audit finds
In a follow-up report, Matanyahu Englman found that public service is improving across the board for Israelis, but call centers are still failing to meet specific needs.
One lucky Israeli wins NIS 40 million in highest lottery jackpot since 2024
NIS 40 million is the legal maximum in the regular Lotto draw, with the Double Lotto standing at NIS 80 million, making it one of the largest prize pools available in Israel.
Israeli businessman 'King of Slot Machines' Tony Bargig murdered in Prague
Bargig, 54, had been living and working in Prague for several years, Ynet reported, and had owned several gambling businesses.
Israel Tax Authority official questioned by Lahav 433 over alleged privacy, misconduct offenses
A few months ago, the senior official allegedly locked the door of his office while an employee was inside, confiscated the employee's mobile phone, and attempted to review recordings.
IDF indicts two soldiers for smuggling cigarettes, stealing ammo, tax offenses linked with Gaza
The IDF charged two Sergeant First Class-ranked suspects with smuggling cigarettes, stealing ammunition, and committing tax offenses, including money laundering, in connection with Gaza.
From ally to critic: Rahm Emanuel rethinks US-Israel ties - opinion
In the current political climate, a Jew with even phony or former Zionist leanings has about the same chance of being nominated by the Democratic Party as Putin receiving the Nobel Peace Prize.
