Public Transportation – Online Resources
For many Israelis, public transportation is the preferred way to get around, as it helps you avoid the hassles [...]
Setting Up a Home – Glossary of Terms
Agra אגרה Television Tax Bayit בית House Bituach ביטוח Insurance Chashmal חשמל Electricity Cheshbon חשבון Bill Chimum Merkazi חימום [...]
Opening a Bank Account in Israel
A few days after making Aliyah you will be asked to schedule a meeting with Misrad Haklita to discuss [...]
Phones, Internet and TV
The following is an overview of how to set up phone, cell phone, internet and television service in your new [...]
Electricity, Gas and Water
The following is an overview of how to set up basic utilities in your new home in Israel. For [...]
Tips for Setting Up a Home
If you're setting up your first home in Israel, here are a few helpful tips to guide you through [...]
“Hidden Costs” Involved in Home Purchases
The following article appeared in Haaretz online on July 13, 2009. For the full article, please see: http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/spages/1099727.html The Real [...]
