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The expansion of Al Maktoum Airport is the catalyst for the entire Dubai South region turning it into a future city center. The government is investing billions to create an aerotropolis th…
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An Expression of Interest or EOI is a pre launch booking procedure used by developers to gauge demand. By paying a refundable token amount usually between 20000 to 50000 dirhams you get pri…
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To calculate ROI you must look at both rental yield and capital appreciation. The net rental yield is the annual rent minus service charges and maintenance costs divided by the total purcha…
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When the official news about the construction of Dubai Square Mall and the Icon Tower was released many sellers immediately withdrew their listings. They realized that their properties were…
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Locations within the Dubai Land corridor have seen unprecedented growth with some communities witnessing 80 percent to 100 percent capital appreciation since 2021. Given that most future to…
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The secondary market in Creek Harbour is currently trading at a discount compared to new launches which creates a value gap. Sellers who bought years ago at lower prices are sometimes willi…
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Absolutely managing property remotely is very common. You can receive rental payments directly to your bank account anywhere in the world. Communication with tenants and property managers c…
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The new Blue Line Metro expansion is a game changer for connectivity in areas like Dubai Creek Harbour and International City. Properties located within walking distance of a metro station…
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Occupancy rates for townhouses in the Dubai Land and southern corridor are currently extremely high often exceeding 95 percent. The shortage of family housing combined with the affordabilit…
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It depends on your goals. The secondary market offers immediate rental income and you can see exactly what you are buying especially with larger layouts in older buildings. However new laun…
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For buying property directly from a developer in the primary off plan market you typically do not pay any agent commission as the developer pays the agency. However if you are buying a resa…
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The RERA Rental Index Calculator determines the maximum percentage by which a landlord can increase the rent for an existing tenant upon renewal. It uses average market data for specific ar…
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