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🔍 Buyer Beware: 10 Real Estate Myths Busted

What every buyer in Jerusalem needs to know (but no one tells you).

💥 Myth #10: The apartment looks perfect online!

Reality: Professional photos can hide all kinds of issues — construction noise, bad smells, steep walks, or street-level noise.

We do more than scroll:
✔️ Visit in person
✔️ Check time-of-day light + sound
✔️ Look beyond the lens

From Uncertainty to Aspiration: Yom Kippur’s Call to Choose Israel (Details here) - Join Rabbi Larry Rothwachs and Nefesh B’Nefesh for a Yom Kippur-inspired Zoom talk: “From Uncertainty to Aspiration: Choosing Israel.” The shiur will dive into how the soul-searching of Yom Kippur can shape real choices about identity, direction, and Aliyah, with space for honest conversation and Q&A.

New Country, New Options - Q&A on Keeping or Reinventing Your Career in Israel (Info here) - Looking to break into Israel’s job market or figure out your next career move? Join career consultant Maya Shofel for a practical webinar that goes far beyond the hi-tech bubble. You’ll get clarity on career opportunities across industries, how to position your skills, realistic salary insights, and alternative paths that fit your goals. Bring your questions and walk away with the tools to move forward with confidence.

Jerusalem Mountain Springs Hike (Sign up here) - Join Hiking the Holyland and guide Ben Zaltzman for a 12.5 km hike on the Israel Trail from Ein Lavan through the Jerusalem Mountains. Starting with coffee and a dip in the spring before heading through woodlands, vineyards, olive groves, and past ancient Battir along Nahal Refaim, Ein Kobi, the hike will finish near Tzur Hadassah with wine and snacks to celebrate the segment’s completion.

Hebrew University Online Open Day (Info here) - Ranked among the world’s top 100 universities, HebrewU is the perfect place to begin your journey too. Join theCampus Open to meet inspiring new Olim, hear their stories, learn about exclusive scholarships, and discover how you can study at a leading global institution within a welcoming community that supports you as you build your new life in Israel.

Poetry Slam (Details here) - Right after Rosh Hashanah, the Poetry Slam takes the stage to welcome Tishrei with a bang! Six poets will perform their original work, and delve into their funny, surprising, moving, and raw stories. Only one will walk away with the festive Golden Microphone, thanks to the power of the final word.

Monday Night Learning at Nitzanim (For details message 0586821626) - Enjoy an evening of learning with other Young Professionals. Whether you choose to learn on your own, b’Chevruta, or to tap into a special shiur given by Rav of Nitzanim R’ Shai Finklestein, it’s a great way tap into the holiness of the Aseret Yimei Teshuva. Meat dinner provided!

Machon Meir’s “Teshuva from Love” Conference (Register here) - The 26th Teshuva Me’ahava Conference is back. Enjoy a day to pause, reflect, and dive into the themes of Teshuva, personal growth, and spiritual renewal. Learn, connect, and take steps toward positive change with a community dedicated to Jewish learning and living.

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Are you hosting or in the know about an upcoming event in Jerusalem? Send us the details, and we’ll be sure to include it in our next newsletter to keep the community in the loop. Submit your event here and let’s make it a hit!

Have a hankering for fried chicken between all the chagim and shabbat meals? Head over to Roost Fried Chicken (Mehadrin). With a limited menu but kickin’ sauces, upgrade your usual schnitzel sandwich with something that packs a punch. 

Tucked away on Hillel Street (but with a smaller scale branch on Emek!) Nadi Café (Rabbanut) is a cozy, welcoming spot known for fresh, flavorful dishes. With indoor and outdoor seating, freshly made pastries, and gluten-free options, it’s perfect for brunch, casual meals, or coffee with friends. Pull up with some friends or sit on their bar when you’re “WFH” for a delicious meal and even better vibes.

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