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To run a business is no mean task. One has to be aware of the market trends at all times and be proactive in his or her strategies. Since the advent of industrial revolution, competition has increased manifold. In this day and age of cut throat marketing, one cannot afford to loose focus. To reap the benefits of lofty productivity, we need to put in a certain amount of financial resources and hard work.All market sectors need an initial investment be it manufacturing, retail, leisure, farming, professional practice or service sector. Today, one doesn’t need to be distraught due to lack of funds. There are several lenders in the United Kingdom offering tion in the area? Who are your neighbors? Recommended schools in the neighborhood? Access to major highways and means of transportation? What is the potential for a value increase in the neighborhood? Check the proximity to the sea, major cities, tourist attractions and other places of interest. This will have an impact on your property value for the long term. How far is the nearest shopping center, family attractions, sports club? What activRule #1 – Define Your Investment Goals

A clear definition (preferably in writing) of your investment goals would help you focus your efforts in the right direction and optimize your thinking process. When it comes to real estate investment in Israel, there are usually three main categories you should consider: Residential Property: when you purchase the property for yourself or your family to live in. Vacation Property: when you purchase the property for vacation purposes. That means that the property might be used only a few weeks or months per year, and remains vacant the rest of the time. In such case, maintenance aspects should be considered as well. Investment Property: when you regard the property as a money-generating asset, usually used as a rental property or fixer-upper projects.

Rule #2 – What Is Your Budget?

This may sound like a trivial thing to do but you will be surprised how many people skip this fundamental step. It is important to clearly define your budget and be well aware of your financial limits before you get emotionally tied to a certain property. That alone can save you loads of money! There are two aspects to consider: Property purchase price (including purchase tax, attorney’s fees, currency conversion fees, real estate agent’s fees, and miscellaneous costs.). Annual maintenance costs (taxes, bills, etc.).

Rule #3 – Do Your Own Research

Before buying the property it is recommended that you talk to the local people and learn as much as you can about the area. The more you ask the more you know and the less surprises you will have along the way. Here are some questions you should bear in mind: What is the condition of the property? How much work and effort is required to meet your goals? What are the social-economic characteristics of the population in the area? Who are your neighbors? Recommended schools in the neighborhood? Access to major highways and means of transportation? What is the potential for a value increase in the neighborhood? Check the proximity to the sea, major cities, tourist attractions and other places of interest. This will have an impact on your property value for the long term. How far is the nearest shopping center, family attractions, sports club? What activi

erty for vacation purposes. That means that the property might be used only a few weeks or months per year, and remains vacant the rest of the time. In such case, maintenance aspects should be considered as well. Investment Property: when you regard the property as a money-generating asset, usually used as a rental property or fixer-upper projects.

Rule #2 – What Is Your Budget?

This may sound like a trivial thing to do but you will be surprised how many people skip this fundamental step. It is important to clearly define your budget and be well aware of your financial limits before you get emotionally tied to a certain property. That alone can save you loads of money! There are two aspects to consider: Property purchase price (including purchase tax, attorney’s fees, currency conversion fees, real estate agent’s fees, and miscellaneous costs.). Annual maintenance costs (taxes, bills, etc.).

Rule #3 – Do Your Own Research

Before buying the property it is recommended that you talk to the local people and learn as much as you can about the area. The more you ask the more you know and the less surprises you will have along the way. Here are some questions you should bear in mind: What is the condition of the property? How much work and effort is required to meet your goals? What are the social-economic characteristics of the population in the area? Who are your neighbors? Recommended schools in the neighborhood? Access to major highways and means of transportation? What is the potential for a value increase in the neighborhood? Check the proximity to the sea, major cities, tourist attractions and other places of interest. This will have an impact on your property value for the long term. How far is the nearest shopping center, family attractions, sports club? What activ

d how many people skip this fundamental step. It is important to clearly define your budget and be well aware of your financial limits before you get emotionally tied to a certain property. That alone can save you loads of money! There are two aspects to consider: Property purchase price (including purchase tax, attorney’s fees, currency conversion fees, real estate agent’s fees, and miscellaneous costs.). Annual maintenance costs (taxes, bills, etc.).

Rule #3 – Do Your Own Research

Before buying the property it is recommended that you talk to the local people and learn as much as you can about the area. The more you ask the more you know and the less surprises you will have along the way. Here are some questions you should bear in mind: What is the condition of the property? How much work and effort is required to meet your goals? What are the social-economic characteristics of the population in the area? Who are your neighbors? Recommended schools in the neighborhood? Access to major highways and means of transportation? What is the potential for a value increase in the neighborhood? Check the proximity to the sea, major cities, tourist attractions and other places of interest. This will have an impact on your property value for the long term. How far is the nearest shopping center, family attractions, sports club? What activ

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Rule #3 – Do Your Own Research

Before buying the property it is recommended that you talk to the local people and learn as much as you can about the area. The more you ask the more you know and the less surprises you will have along the way. Here are some questions you should bear in mind: What is the condition of the property? How much work and effort is required to meet your goals? What are the social-economic characteristics of the population in the area? Who are your neighbors? Recommended schools in the neighborhood? Access to major highways and means of transportation? What is the potential for a value increase in the neighborhood? Check the proximity to the sea, major cities, tourist attractions and other places of interest. This will have an impact on your property value for the long term. How far is the nearest shopping center, family attractions, sports club? What activ

tion in the area? Who are your neighbors? Recommended schools in the neighborhood? Access to major highways and means of transportation? What is the potential for a value increase in the neighborhood? Check the proximity to the sea, major cities, tourist attractions and other places of interest. This will have an impact on your property value for the long term. How far is the nearest shopping center, family attractions, sports club? What activities and organizations are available in the area? What are the annual taxes you should expect to pay? Are there any hidden costs associated with the property or the neighborhood that you did not take into account? Examine the rentals in the area; learn about the tenants profile and the average monthly rental payment for a similar property. If Hebrew is not your mother tongue, see if there are English speakers in the neighborhood. If you are a religious person, see if there are houses of god nearby (synagogues, churches, mosques). Think outside the box, address your questions to people who are not trying to sell you anything, so you can get the most honest answers. Listen to your gut feelings – if it doesn’t feel right, there must be a good reason for that – don’t rush.

Rule #4 – Understand Your Financing

The next step is to decide how we are going to finance the purchase of the property. You can either pay the full amount in cash or, as most people do, take a mortgage. Nowadays there are mortgage counselors, and it is worth consulting with them prior to making a decision. All mortgages in Israel are linked to a particular index or to a foreign currency. The three principle types of mortgages are: A mortgage linked to the consumer price index. A mortgage linked to the prime rate. A mortgage linked to a foreign currency (Dollar, Pound, Euro, etc.). At this time the average interest for the various types of mortgages is around 5%-6%. If you wish to receive a mortgage above 60%-70% of the property value, it is necessary to purchase insurance for payments above 60%, generally known as EMI. The cost of EMI is very high, about 4% of the value of the loan. Due to its high cost, it is not recommended. There are a few other financing costs, which should be taken into account: The bank char