A recent district court ruling broadened the interpretation of the statutory provisions governing exemptions from land appreciation tax and ruled that transfers of shares of a real estate association as a gift between...more
7/21/2025
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Value Appreciation
The Israel Tax Authority (ITA) recently published an addendum to the 1987 circular  with the goal of minimizing disputes with sellers of residential apartments. The addendum contains procedures addressing instances when...more
The new year is already heralding significant tax innovations in Israel in general, and in real estate taxation in particular. Following are highlights of the legislative amendments that were approved by January 2025....more
New immigrants to Israel who purchase a first residence will pay significantly lower purchase tax rates than the tax payable according to the current benefit, after the Knesset Finance Committee recently approved an amendment...more
The Tel Aviv Administrative Court recently ruled that the Israel Tax Authority (ITA) acted unlawfully and without authority when it deducted depreciation from the value of apartment purchases. This ruling applies to instances...more