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The Tribunal has the authority to cancel a dishonoured cheque if it is proven that the developer is not legally entitled to the amount. It can also order a debtor to write a new cheque with…
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If a tenant makes changes to the property that endanger its safety in a way that prevents restoration to its original state, the landlord can seek eviction. This also applies if the tenant…
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A broker is entitled to their fees once a contract is concluded, which usually means the sale contract is signed and registered. However, if the sale contract is made conditional upon a spe…
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The area of a unit recorded in the Real Property Register is generally deemed correct. If a shortage is discovered that exceeds five percent (5%) of the net area, the developer is legally r…
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Once a developer obtains a completion certificate from the Competent Authority, they must follow strict filing timelines. They are required to file the Master Community Declaration, Statute…
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When a tenant fails to comply with any legal or contractual obligations, the landlord must first serve a formal Notice. The tenant is then granted a thirty (30) day grace period from the da…
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According to Article (30), a Management Entity must open a dedicated Service Charges account with a RERA-recognised bank. All collected charges must be deposited into this account within se…
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Article (7) of Law No. (13) of 2008 strictly prohibits developers from charging fees for the sale, resale, or any other legal disposition of off-plan units. The only exception is for admini…
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When the RDSC needs to decide on a fair rent amount, the Tribunal is responsible for determining the rental value of similar real property. This determination is based on criteria and rent…
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Each unit's folio in the Real Property Register must contain a complete legal history of that specific unit. Beyond ownership details, it must record all conditions, covenants, or restricti…
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According to Article (23), a multi-apartment or multi-storey building is legally treated as a single Real Property Unit. It is assigned one main Real Property folio in the register. This ma…
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According to Article (15), if an emergency prevents the completion of a project, the Escrow Agent must consult with the DLD to take protective measures. Their primary goal is to preserve th…
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