Miscellaneous
Stand your ground and choose the right floor
Posted on 11. Apr, 2010 by buyitinisrael.
One of the most important elements in the home, both functionally and visually, is the flooring. The two primary groups of flooring types are stone-based and wood-based. Most homes in Israel have traditionally been built with stone-based rather than wood-based flooring for a number of reasons: stone is more readily available here than wood; most homes are constructed with stone rather than wood-based material; and stone keeps the home cooler which is an advantage in a warm climate.
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Private swimming pools – not only for the very wealthy
Posted on 08. Apr, 2010 by Buy-It In Israel Staff.
Private swimming pools, are a status symbol in Israel, as in the rest of the world, but in recent years having a pool in your backyard has become a luxury pleasure not only for the very wealthy. Technological innovation and the entry of new products and competition into the Israeli market means that the variety in prices and options make it possible for other than only millionaires, to build backyard private swimming pools and enjoy a refreshing swim on hot summer days.
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Air conditioners – indispensable for every home in Israel
Posted on 25. Mar, 2010 by Buy-It In Israel Staff.
As the summer approaches, temperatures are climbing and humidity levels are reaching a high that make even shade uncomfortable, the time has come to think about investment into new or additional air conditioning systems. The summers in Israel have in recent years been hotter than past ones, and as new apartments in Israel are now bigger, more machines are needed to keep them cool.
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How to prepare for a trip to Israel to buy an apartment
Posted on 18. Mar, 2010 by buyitinisrael.
Preparing for a trip to Israel is always exciting. But it’s even more exciting when one of the reasons for the trip is to buy an apartment here. And as with every important venture, planning for a purchase is vitally important if you want to complete the mission efficiently and successfully. The following is a list of factors to consider, actions to take and arrangements to make, in some case even before the trip, in order to optimize the chances of success on your apartment-hunting trip…
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Why is this article different from all other articles?
Posted on 13. Mar, 2010 by buyitinisrael.
I find it fascinating that Jewish tradition and customs have such an effect on home design. Aside from the obvious: the impact that keeping Shabbat has; the location and size of the succa and its distance from the kitchen; planning a dining room to accommodate major shabbat and holiday meals, sheva brachot, etc., the event that really takes the cake is Pesach (Passover).
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The need for household water filter systems due to the hardness of water in Israel
Posted on 05. Mar, 2010 by Buy-It In Israel Staff.
The hardness of the water supplied in many locations in Israel is undesirable both in home usage and in industrial water usage. Water in Israel has been classified as hard to very hard water. Water classified as “hard” water contains large quantities of the minerals calcium and magnesium. Thus when building or moving into a new home it might be advisable to find water filter or water softener solutions, which prevents scaling damage without reducing the quality of drinking water…..
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The importance of hiring an engineer to inspect your new home in Israel
Posted on 15. Feb, 2010 by buyitinisrael.
Purchasing real estate in Israel can be a wonderful event and a fulfilling experience, but can also cause tremendous aggravation if there are problems or defects in the property. Having a survey of a new home will prevent serious regrets later on. A professional inspection can identify problems in advance, and thus fixing the defects and solving the problems found early on, can save a lot of expense and aggravation.
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Paying municipal taxes on your home in Israel
Posted on 11. Feb, 2010 by Buy-It In Israel Staff.
When living in a home in Israel or owning real estate in Israel, anywhere around the country, municipal taxes must be paid on the property. The so-called ‘Arnona’ municipal tax is collected on the basis of the size of dwellings, whether residential or commercial levied by the local authority. However the tax is not uniform but differs from city to city and even within the same city, property owners or tenants could get charged differential rates depending on the neighborhood and type of property and apartment size.
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Overseas buyers of property in Israel: What to expect from your property management company
Posted on 31. Jan, 2010 by buyitinisrael.
For many foreign resident buyers of Israel real estate, a pivotal part in their investment decision is the question of who will look after the property in Israel once purchased. The easiest and most convenient solution is to employ a professional property manager to take care of all matters pertaining to the rental and/or maintenance of the property.
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Keeping in Touch: Internet Access and Telephone Options in Homes in Israel
Posted on 19. Jan, 2010 by DebbieG.
One of the questions many people ask when viewing a property in Israel relates to the telephone and Internet access in the home. Generally, the Kablan prepares the infrastructure for a telephone line and cable service, and the owner or renter of the house has to handle contracting and connecting to the provider/s of his [...]
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