Real Estate & Property Law
Canceling a Rental Agreement During the Coronavirus Pandemic
Due to the measures undertaken by the Health Ministry of Israel to stop the spread of the Coronavirus, tens of thousands of Israelis have suddenly lost their jobs, some of them permanently. In light of these events, many of them found themselves unable to pay the rent. In this uneasy situation, it is very important…
Read MoreIs it Easy to Start a Business in Israel
Is it Easy to Start a Business in Israel? Israel is a small country but one with a strong and stable economy. Starting a business in Israel, even as a foreign national, is easy in comparison to more than 190 other countries in the world, according to the Doing Business report of 2020 – Economy…
Read MoreTerminating a Rental Agreement Due to the Corona Epidemic
What legal solutions exist for apartment and business tenants during the Corona epidemic? When and how can one terminate a lease or rental agreement? And why is it so important to exercise good judgment and avoid reckless steps? This article will explain the matter of terminating a rental agreement under unexpected circumstances in Israeli law.…
Read MoreThe Cost of Arnona
It can be challenging to try and understand the cost of arnona due to the fact that there are complicated measurements and rules that go into the calculation. For those of you who do not know what arnona means, it is essentially a property tax, and more specifically, a municipal tax. This article addresses how…
Read MoreWhen to Pay Arnona
This article addresses when to pay arnona according to Israel’s rules and specifications. Arnona refers to property/municipal tax in Israel. When to Pay Arnona Arnona is charged once a year for fees from January 1 until December 31. The date of the annual payment is technically January 1, although the bill usually arrives in residents’…
Read MoreSubmitting an Objection on Arnona Taxes
This article discusses how to submit an objection on arnona taxes and the criteria for submitting this objection. Conditions to Submit an Objection on Arnona Taxes In order to appeal or submit an objection on arnona taxes, the situation must meet one of the following: 1) the property area taxed does not match the…
Read MoreHow to Get an Arnona Exemption
This article addresses how to get an arnona exemption. This is applicable to “volunteer institutions for public service.” In other words, to apply for an arnona exemption, an institution must serve the public in some capacity. Arnona is a property or municipal tax in Israel. Criteria to Apply for an Arnona Exemption In order to…
Read MoreArnona Lawyer in Israel
If you are looking for an arnona lawyer in Israel, then you’ve come to the right place! Our Specialization in Arnona Law At Cohen, Decker, Pex & Brosh law offices, we have a variety of legal specializations, including administrative and property law, under which arnona issues often fall. Several of our legal partners have…
Read MoreFour Types of Property Taxes in Israel
This article addresses the four types of property taxes in Israel including arnona. Types of Property Taxes in Israel There are four primary types of property taxes in Israel. The first type of tax is a purchase tax (mas rechisha), which the person who purchases the property is required to pay when purchasing a residential…
Read MoreThe Subject of Arnona Tax
This article addresses the subject of arnona tax — property. We discuss the types of property that are subject to the arnona tax. (Arnona refers to the municipal property tax in Israel.) Property that Is the Subject of Arnona Tax There are five broad categories that are included under the general term “property.” First to…
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