About First Israel Mortgage | Israel's leading Mortagage broker

Welcome To First Israel Mortgages

First Israel’s mission is to help people obtain the right mortgage, get preferred rates and realize their dream of owning a home in Israel.

There are numerous ways to structure a mortgage in Israel. We make it our business to understand your needs when considering how to structure your mortgage. At First Israel, your financial security is paramount.

Knowing which lending institution to turn for the lowest rates on a particular loan product is only half the battle. At First Israel our clients get preferred pricing – every time.

Why First Israel

A Name You Can Trust
With over 12 years of experience, First Israel’s team combines an in-depth knowledge of the industry and key partnerships within Israel’s banking community to assist you in getting the right loans at the lowest rates. We pride ourselves in our premium customer service and our track record of making the mortgage process as hassle free as possible.

Service
Mortgage products in Israel can vary greatly from those found in other countries. Therefore, we put an emphasis on simplifying the mortgage process and educating our clients so they can feel confident that they are making the right financial decision.

International Accreditation
First Israel’s loan officers are also United States licensed mortgage bankers, enabling us to provide mortgage solutions for those who have equity in real estate in America in addition to the Israeli mortgage products we offer.

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US: 845-694-7148
Israel: 02-567-1349

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Meet Our Team

Chaim FriedmanCo-founder

Chaim, originally from Monsey, NY, received his B.A. in Economics from Yeshiva University and has spent the entirety of his professional career in the mortgage industry. Prior to co-founding First Israel Mortgage, Chaim served as a senior mortgage banker and operations manager at one of the leading mortgage lenders in the tri-state area for over 7 years.

Tzvi ShapiroCo-founder

Tzvi first came to Israel in 1995 from Passaic, NJ. He completed his B.S. in New York at the Sy Syms School of Business at Yeshiva University before returning to Israel. Prior to co-founding First Israel Mortgage, Tzvi served in numerous managerial and operational roles spanning the banking and financial industries.

Dani SchecterSenior Mortgage Broker

Born in Baltimore, MD and raised in Jerusalem, completed 3 years of service in the IDF before receiving his BA from the City University of New York, and then his MBA from Bar Ilan University. Since 2003, first in the US and then in Israel, Dani has successfully negotiated the most competitive loan terms for hundreds of clients and has been know to provide professionalism, thoroughness, a high level of customer service and always thinking for optimal “outside the box” solutions. Dani is also the proud father of 4 kids and the veteran Tight End/Offensive Coordinator for the 3 time Israeli Tackle Football Champions Jerusalem Lions . Visit my page

Yitz WeinerSenior Mortgage Broker

Originally from Woodmere, N.Y. Yitz grew up in Jerusalem and moved back to NY after completing his army service. Yitz received his B.A in Business Management from the City University of New York and spent the entirety of his professional career in the mortgage industry. Prior to joining First Israel Yitz worked as a Mortgage Banker for First Meridian in New York for 6 years after which he joined Bank of Jerusalem where he served as a credit officer in the mortgage department for 4 years.

Moises ZackSenior Mortgage Broker

Moises moved to Jerusalem over 25 years ago, from Riverdale, New York, following his older siblings who made the decision to make Israel their home. After graduating from the Israel Torah Research Institute and the MIR Yeshiva Jerusalem Graduate Program, Moises studied economics and business administration at Boston University. He’s been a broker for 14 years, first in diamonds, and later in the mortgage industry. Moises is passionate about helping people in the quest to save money while realizing their goals of home ownership in Israel. Visit my page

Norman ShapiroSenior Mortgage Broker

Originally from Scranton, PA, Norman moved to Israel in 1995, and is fortunate to live here with much of his extended family. A graduate of Yeshiva University, Norman has been in the financial sector his entire career – starting with the commodity trading giant, Philipp Brothers in New York. He brings a creative viewpoint to the mortgage business, with the unique ability to find the best solution for his clients.

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