In this episode of “On the House,” we dive into the taxes related to selling real estate in Israel with guest expert Josh Portman. The discussion covers critical aspects of capital gains tax, including when it applies, its calculation, including the Linear Tax Rate, and the various available exemptions. We examine the threshold for capital gains tax exemption, explore the differences between residential and non-residential real estate, and highlight the additional expenses that can be deducted when calculating the tax, such as legal fees, depreciation, interest, and property improvements.

Further, we break down the often misunderstood Betterment Levy (Hetel Hashbacha), which applies when property value increases due to zoning or construction improvements, and discuss how it impacts property transactions.

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