In this episode of Definitely Uncertain, Darren Rockman and David Chester discuss what international buyers and new olim need to know before purchasing property in Israel. They explore how a buyer’s representative differs from a traditional real estate agent, why Israeli purchase contracts are not conditional on financing, and why opening a bank account and securing mortgage pre-approval should begin long before the right property is found. David also explains the key protections to insist on when buying off-plan, the substantial purchase tax benefits available to olim, including their often-overlooked use for commercial property, and why he believes today’s slower market offers a real opportunity for buyers.

IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS:
• Buyer’s representatives vs. agents
• Financing and bank preparation
• Off-plan purchase protections
• Oleh purchase tax benefits
• Israel’s current buyers’ market