By Rahav D. Aharoni, Adv
In the US, rental applications often go through management companies. You provide credit and income details and rarely interact directly with the property owner. In Israel, you'll rent directly from the apartment owner.
Ensure the person you're negotiating with is the legal owner by checking with the Israel Land Registry (The Tabu).
Know what comes with the apartment and ensure these details are in the rental agreement.
Clarify who pays for repairs. This should be explicitly agreed upon in the rental agreement.
Most rentals are for one year. Try to secure an option to extend beyond this period.
The tenant usually pays for utilities and municipal taxes. Ensure the rental agreement reflects this.
Landlords may require various forms of security, such as a bank guarantee or a promissory note.
Understand your rights if the owner sells the apartment during your lease.
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