Ayyat & Co.Law Firm & NotaryHadera · Sharon · Triangle · Clients in Israel and abroad
Real Estate Tax Lawyer in Israel
Purchase tax, land appreciation tax and legal review before buying or selling Israeli property.
Ayyat & Co. assists buyers, sellers and property owners with Israeli real estate taxation, including purchase tax (Mas Rechisha), land appreciation tax (Mas Shevach), reporting and tax-assessment questions. We advise English-speaking clients in Israel and abroad.
Before signing a purchase or sale agreement, we review the property, ownership history, transaction structure and relevant personal circumstances. Our Hadera office coordinates legal tax work with accountants, valuers and overseas tax advisers where the matter requires their input.
Check the tax position before signing. Do not assume that a first purchase, inheritance, gift or foreign residence produces a particular tax result. Eligibility, supporting records and transaction dates require individual review.
Official resources and practical guidance
Do not assume that a first purchase, inheritance, gift or foreign residence produces a particular tax result. Eligibility, supporting records and transaction dates require individual review.
Official websites can help you find forms and background information, but they may describe different stages or procedures. Some linked resources are in Hebrew. The office can help you identify the relevant requirements and the next step for your circumstances.
- Real estate taxation — Israel Tax Authority
- Purchase tax calculator
- Real estate transaction information
- Tax payment or registration clearance — Form 704
- Objecting to a tax assessment — Form 7013
- Land Registry extract
Legal assistance with property transactions in Israel
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Frequently asked questions
Purchase tax and residence
How much purchase tax will I pay when buying property in Israel?
The answer depends on the transaction, property and buyer’s circumstances under the applicable rules. A review should be completed before relying on an estimated figure.
Do foreign residents automatically receive the same purchase-tax treatment as Israeli residents?
Do not assume that they do. Residence status, eligibility for a particular relief and the required evidence must be reviewed for the transaction.
Sale and inherited property
What is Mas Shevach?
Mas Shevach is Israeli land appreciation tax associated with a sale of real estate rights. Its calculation and any relief depend on the acquisition history, transaction and applicable law.
Will a sale of inherited property necessarily be tax-free?
No exemption should be assumed. The inheritance and property history, the seller’s circumstances and the conditions for any relief need individual examination.
Assessments and international coordination
Can I challenge a real estate tax assessment?
A response may be available depending on the assessment and stage of the matter. Send the assessment, previous filings and proof of receipt promptly so the route and deadline can be checked.
Does your advice cover tax in my country of residence?
Our work concerns the agreed Israeli legal tax issues. Overseas reporting, income or estate-tax questions should be coordinated with an appropriately qualified adviser in the relevant country.
Advice based on your circumstances
Discuss your matter with Ayyat & Co.
Send a short description of the matter, the relevant parties and any approaching deadline. The office will first check conflicts, suitability and the scope of assistance required.