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Bank of Israel Weighs New Measures as Contractor Financing Deals Surge
The Bank of Israel is considering new regulations for contractor financing deals as a temporary order restricting them nears expiration. Data shows a significant increase in these deals, with 45% of apartments sold in September including financing benefits, the highest since March 2025.
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What happened
- 0145% of apartments sold in September included contractor financing benefits, the highest since March 2025.
- 02A temporary Bank of Israel order restricting aggressive financing deals is set to expire at the end of December.
- 03The Bank of Israel is examining new measures due to the resurgence of financing incentives.
- 04Experts warn of increased risks to buyers, developers, and the banking system from these deals.
- 05Apartment sales remain stagnant despite the growing number of financing incentives.
Despite these incentives, apartment sales remain stagnant, and experts warn of growing risks to buyers, developers, and the banking system. The bank is conducting an analysis to decide whether to extend or strengthen the existing restrictions.
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