Professional articles by attorney Karin Amsalem—insights, practical guides and updates on law, business and real estate.
Selling your only apartment in Israel can be exempt from capital gains tax (mas shevach), but not automatically. How to check eligibility, how a partial exemption is calculated, and what changes for inherited, gifted and new-build apartments.
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Does the parking or storage really come with the apartment? Compare the registered records, physical spaces and use arrangements before committing.
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Did you not build on time? Did you receive a payment requirement from IMI? A professional guide on real estate fines, upgrade levies and mitigation options.
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A cautionary note is one of the most important tools in a real estate transaction, but it does not give full protection in any situation. Here is what it really does, what risks it minimizes, and where legal checks are still needed.
Attorney Karin AmsalemTransfer of rights in Israeli Land Registry after sale, inheritance or transfer between family members requires an accurate document chain. Here is what is being checked, what is serving them, and where delays are being created along the way.
Attorney Karin AmsalemPreliminary examinations in a real estate transaction are an essential step that protects the buyer from legal and planning risks. A complete guide to mandatory inspections before purchasing a property.
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Agreed damages in an Israeli apartment transaction should match the foreseeable loss from a defined breach. The clause should also address cure periods and other remedies.
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The practical guide to purchasing an apartment from a contractor: land and permit checks, sales law guarantees, index adherence, schedules and compensation for lateness.
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Many families arrive seemingly ready for the Rami tenders, but fall for small mistakes that result in disqualification. Here are the key mistakes and how to avoid them.
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You can sell a rented apartment, but you have to arrange the continuation of the lease, the visits to the apartment, the date of delivery, the deposits and the information that is passed on to the buyer.
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Before selling an apartment, a seller should give the buyer intrinsic information about the property and the transaction. This is how you check what to document, what to present and when not to settle for an oral answer.
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No receipts for overhaul? It is still possible to establish some of the expenses for the Land Appreciation Tax, but need to gather tidy evidence before reporting and not assume that any expense will be recognized.
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Buying an apartment from a contractor is not enough to check price and specifications. Before paying you need to make sure that there is a safe for the purchaser's money, a proper voucher book, bank legal guidance and contract terms that fit the sale law.
Attorney Karin AmsalemEarly entry of a buyer into the apartment before the last payment can resolve point pressure, but it may expose the seller to risk if there is no written mechanism, safety and clear conditions for the delivery of the holding.
Attorney Karin AmsalemAn apartment sale contract should regulate rights, payments, taxes, safety, delivery and violations. These are the clauses that should be checked before signing.
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You can sell an apartment with an existing mortgage, but you have to plan in advance the disposal of the mortgage, the letter of intent, the payment schedule and the documents that the buyer's bank will require before signing.
Attorney Karin AmsalemThe transfer of agricultural holding without a family agreement could create inheritance dispute, claims of deprivation, misunderstandings vis-à-vis Israel Land Authority (ILA) and the Association and financial exposure to children and parents.
Attorney Karin AmsalemWhen a seller wishes to postpone the date of delivery of the apartment, it is important to check the sale contract, the reason for the rejection, the final payment and the compensation or safety before agreeing to the change.
Attorney Karin AmsalemWhen buying an apartment late in payment, it is important to check the sale contract, the payment board, the source of the delay and the possible remedies before canceling a transaction or releasing documents.
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When the seller is not registered as the landlord, they do not sign before understanding who the actual owner of the rights is, what documents are missing and what is required to transfer the rights to the buyer.
Attorney Karin AmsalemRemembering things in an apartment transaction may create a legal obligation even before the rights, taxes and terms of the transaction are examined. Therefore, it is best to stop before signing and transfer the document for legal review.
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A funding refusal after signature calls for clarification from the bank and review of your obligations to the seller. Prepare the documents and assess your options.
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A demolition order calls for prompt review of the document, dates and evidence. What should you collect, and how does cancellation differ from a stay?
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An additional-work request does not guarantee extra payment. Check scope, approval authority, pricing and records when an Israeli public customer requests a change.
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What to include in a service agreement or partnership agreement to avoid disputes with suppliers, cooperative associations, and partners in northern Israel.
Attorney Karin AmsalemAn inherited apartment is not automatically exempt from Israeli Land Appreciation Tax. Before a sale, the heirs should examine the statutory exemption, the deceased's acquisition data, deductible expenses and each heir's share.
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Regulation of rights in agricultural holding in 2026 begins with the examination of the approval of rights, the Israel Land Authority (ILA) case, the Association documents, building permits and actual uses. Only after understanding what is registered and
Attorney Karin AmsalemWhen there is a successor child, the division of inheritance does not begin with the assumption that he necessarily receives the agricultural holding. The validity of the appointment, the rights documents, the will and the compensation arrangements are
Attorney Karin AmsalemLand Appreciation Tax, Purchase Tax, and Agreement Fees in Agricultral Holding Transactions Can Reach High Amounts. A Complete Guide to Proper Calculation and Tax Reduction.
Attorney Karin AmsalemTransmission of inherited agricultural holding among some heirs is from the most complex situations. A complete guide to solutions, risks and how to avoid conflicts.
Attorney Karin AmsalemTransfer of rights in the agricultural holding in the moshav is a complex process vis-à-vis the Israel Land Authority and the Association. A complete guide to common stages, documents, taxation and mistakes.
Attorney Karin AmsalemRami tenders offer real estate opportunities – but small mistakes lead to disqualification. A complete guide to correct submission and risk avoidance.
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Splitting agricultural holding in a moshav may produce significant economic value, but it is subject to legal, planning and taxation conditions. A complete guide to understanding the process, limitations and mistakes that should be avoided.
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Selling agricultural holding in a moshav is a complex process that includes Israel Land Authority (ILA), the Association and taxation. A complete guide to selling correctly and avoiding costly mistakes.
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Not every Rami tender is an opportunity. This way you will check if the deal really pays off – including hidden costs, taxation and risks.
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Purchasing agricultural holding in the moshav is one of the most complex transactions in Israel. A complete guide to mandatory inspections, Israel Land Authority (ILA), building rights and taxation – and how to avoid costly mistakes.
Attorney Karin AmsalemBuying a house on a kibbutz is different from a regular apartment. A complete guide to the rights, association, Israel Land Authority and the tests that must be done before signing.
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Repealing a successor child is a complex process with heavy legal consequences. This is how it is done correctly.
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Appointing a successor child in an agricultural farm is one of the most sensitive legal steps. A complete guide to the process, mandatory testing and critical mistakes.
Attorney Karin AmsalemBefore purchasing agricultural holding, one should look at what is allowed to be built according to the planning, permits and documents of Israel Land Authority (ILA), and not rely only on the existing area or on promises of building potential.
Attorney Karin AmsalemBefore selling agricultural holding with an illegal housing unit should check the permit, the actual use, the Israel Land Authority (ILA) position and the association, and build a discovery and contractual mechanism that reduces risk.
Attorney Karin AmsalemAn existing mortgage does not always prevent the transfer of agricultural holding to the child, but it does require an early check in front of the bank, Israel Land Authority (ILA), the association and the family before signing.
Attorney Karin AmsalemA child's residence in Agricultural Holding over the years can be an important figure, but they do not replace a rights record, a family agreement and an examination with Israel Land Authority (ILA) and the Association.
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Before transferring rights in agricultural holding to a child, one must collect rights documents, association credentials, Israel Land Authority (ILA), family documents, and information on duties or limitations.
Attorney Karin AmsalemDivorce of a child prospective can affect the agricultural holding in the moshav, especially when there are residential, investment or family agreements. This is how the risk is checked before signing.
Attorney Karin AmsalemWhen a successor child dies before the parents, the appointment documents, registration in the Association and in Israel Land Authority (ILA), the rights of his family members, and the possibility of resettlement should be reviewed.
Attorney Karin AmsalemThe cooperative association decision in the moshav offends you? Explain when it can be appealed, what the role of association regulations is, when the cooperative associations registrar is approached or a court of law, and how an appeal is prepared that
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A business customer has not paid an invoice? Before applying for a collection procedure, the agreement and evidence are centralized, checking for a dispute, and sending an accurate requirement that safeguards the rights.
Attorney Karin AmsalemBusiness litigation in the agricultural sector requires examination of the contracts, association regulations, partner relations, suppliers and customers, and the impact of the conflict on the operations of the agricultural holding or business before
Attorney Karin AmsalemA practical guide to reviewing contracts, evidence, risk and available options before pursuing a commercial dispute.
Attorney Karin AmsalemEvery transaction and property has its own circumstances. Tell us what you are considering, and we will get back to you to arrange a consultation.
