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Legal & ProcessWhen purchasing property off plan you will not be issued a title deed at the time of agreement but instead will be issued an Oqood. This page will explain what an Oqood is, how to check an Oqood, the cost of an Oqood and what happens to your Oqood upon completion of the building.
23 October 202610 min
BuyingRent to own could be the ideal solution. You take up residence, pay close to rent and at a later date own the property. Rent to own does exist in Dubai but operates in a slightly different way to that advertised. Below is the information on how rent to own actually operates, the fees involved and tips on how to make sure you are protected.
20 October 20269 min
BuyingIf you are looking to buy property in Dubai then you are most likely to be purchasing via a mortgage. However there are regulations in place which are more defined than first time buyers may be aware of.
16 October 202613 min
BuyingIf you ask five people for the price of a house in Dubai you will get five different responses, most likely from prices they have viewed on the internet. Registered sales represent the actual amount the buyer paid and are a more useful metric.
11 October 202615 min
Legal & ProcessWhen purchasing property in Dubai the title deed is one of the most important documents you will acquire. The title deed shows you are the owner of the property and many subsequent transactions are conditional on the presence of a title deed (such as a mortgage, letting or a sale).
7 October 202611 min
RentingThe benefits of registering through Ejari are clear but the great news is that registration can be relatively low cost and fast once you follow the correct process. In this article we will cover how to register through Ejari, the cost in 2026, required documents and how to cancel and renew your registration when your tenancy changes.
4 October 20269 min
Legal & ProcessDubai's Law No. 4 of 2026 has changed how shared housing works. Here is what the new permits, subletting rules, fines and compliance deadlines mean if you rent a room, own a property or invest in one.
15 September 20268 min
InvestingAre distressed property deals in Dubai real or just marketing? Find out how to spot a genuine distressed property and avoid one that costs you a lot later on.
15 July 20269 min
Market InsightFrom the cheapest areas to live in Dubai to its most exclusive posh addresses, this guide compares 15 communities honestly: who each one suits, what it costs, and what to check before you sign.
11 July 202622 min
Legal & ProcessRenting a retail shop in Dubai is about far more than location and rent. Use this 15-point checklist to verify activity approval, Ejari, VAT, DEWA load, fit-out permits and hidden costs before you sign.
30 June 202617 min
RentingDubai's Flexi Rent initiative could finally let tenants pay rent monthly instead of in large upfront cheques. Here is how it works, what it really costs, and what tenants and landlords should check before they sign.
25 June 202618 min
Market InsightThe Dubai Metro Blue Line opens in September 2029, but the property market has been moving since the route was announced in late 2023. Academic City rents up 43%, International City projected to gain 20-25%. Here's the off-plan opportunity right now.
30 May 20268 min
CareersFrom RERA broker card to first commission: a practical guide to starting and growing a real estate career in Dubai.
18 April 20268 min
SellingPlanning to sell this year? A clear, step-by-step guide to pricing, paperwork, fees and the strategies that maximise your final sale price.
8 April 20268 min
InfrastructureStations, growth zones, and the emerging investment hotspots near the new UAE intercity rail backbone.
2 April 20266 min
Market InsightA safe-haven case for Dubai property: what's driving capital flows and why the market continues to outperform.
18 March 20267 min
Market InsightPrices, rental yields, infrastructure and lifestyle: an area guide to Al Furjan and the case for investing.
12 March 20267 min
RentingCosts, contracts, Ejari, deposits and tips to secure the right rental property in Dubai's competitive market.
4 March 20267 min
BuyingHow crypto-funded property purchases work in Dubai: legal framework, accepted assets, and the practical steps from offer to title deed.
26 February 202610 min
Market InsightGrowth corridors, lifestyle districts, mobility and the parts of the city likely to benefit most from the 2040 vision.
20 February 20269 min
BuyingA step-by-step walkthrough of buying property in Dubai: eligibility, fees, financing, paperwork and what to watch out for.
14 February 20269 min
Market InsightVirtual tours, smart homes, blockchain title deeds and the technologies transforming how Dubai property is bought, sold and lived in.
8 February 20266 min
Off-PlanEverything you need to know about Palm Jebel Ali: villas, timeline, masterplan and the investment thesis behind Nakheel's revival of the project.
30 January 20266 min
InvestingROI, top growth areas, off-plan vs ready property, and how to start investing in Dubai real estate with confidence.
22 January 202612 min
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