Frozen Bank Accounts in Israel: How to Release the Estate’s Funds

Israeli banks freeze a deceased client’s account. The documents required, the role of the estate administrator (Menahel Izavon) and how it differs abroad.

Selling several properties in Israel: when the tax authority reclassifies you as a trader

Reselling several properties in Israel can get you reclassified as a trader: income tax, 18% VAT and loss of reliefs. The tests the courts apply.