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Nearly 8,000 Winners Prepare for Next Steps in Israel’s Discounted Housing Lottery

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By דביר דמרי

First reported by Globes · Aug 4, 2026

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Nearly 8,000 winners of Israel’s latest discounted housing lottery are advised to prepare patiently for a lengthy process before selecting apartments, while non-winners are urged to avoid rushed purchases and consider long-term strategies.

01Nearly 8,000 of 120,000 lottery entrants won discounted apartments in Israel’s latest housing lottery.
02Winners face a 2-3 year wait before signing contracts due to development and approval processes.
03Winners should prepare multiple apartment options and consult mortgage advisors before selection.
04Bank of Israel allows financing up to 90% of market value, with additional legal and infrastructure costs.
05Non-winners are advised against hasty purchases of unsuitable properties and encouraged to explore partnerships or long-term plans.
06Developers hold brief meetings for winners to choose apartments after approvals and permits are secured.

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