With just 6,912 units sold, Finance Ministry review determines total lowest for July since economic recession during 2002 intifada; first-time home purchases recover slightly

With residential houses accounting for 30% of country's electricity use, government says system will help buyers anticipate heating, air conditioning costs, save up to 30% on bills

GreenVibe says its hardware and software system can provide real-time insights about on-site construction material and offer data-driven predictions about quality and readiness

Renting a home in Israel can be a painful experience, and with rising housing costs putting ownership out of reach for many, officials will need to provide solutions

New plans propose huge expansion of population for city on Tel Aviv outskirts

Legislation could transform worlds of people with special needs and their families, providing boosts for housing, transportation, care, community services

Government office hopes to streamline process of rebuilding by requiring a consultant for each project, who will keep confused or disenchanted homeowners informed and involved

Small but significant amendments aim to help urban renewal and deliver greater transparency for homebuyers

Finance Ministry says changes would provide tenants with security and a more economically viable rental market for entrepreneurs