Residential financing for non-Israeli citizens is limited to 50% LTV (loan-to-value) + up to 15% as an unsecured loan (at higher rates). Israeli citizens are able to borrow up to 75% conditional upon it being their only property in Israel. Residential financing products provide for the lowest rates as well as providing for fixed interest rate options.
How much can you borrow for residential borrowing?
Published March 22, 2023 by Travis
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