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RERA, or the Real Estate Regulatory Agency, is the regulatory and supervisory arm of the Dubai Land Department (DLD). Its primary objectives include creating a safe environment for developm…
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A broker is generally entitled to their fees only if the brokerage successfully leads to the conclusion of a contract. A contract is deemed concluded when all parties agree on the condition…
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A Unit is defined as any flat, shop, office, warehouse, or whole floor that forms part of a Jointly Owned Real Property. This can also include townhouses, independent houses, or designated…
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The most powerful evidence of ownership in Dubai is the Real Property Register. All dispositions that create, transfer, or change property rights must be recorded there to be deemed effecti…
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When the ownership of a jointly owned property is transferred to a new owner, it does not affect the tenant's right to continue occupying the property. The new owner is legally required to…
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Under the Fees and Fines Schedule of Resolution No. (25) of 2009, various violations carry heavy fines. For example, conducting development without a license results in a fine of AED 500,00…
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A broker's registration is revoked if they breach the Code of Ethics or commit a gross violation of the laws in force. Revocation also occurs if the broker receives three black points. Othe…
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A Lease Contract is a written agreement where a landlord allows a tenant to use a property for a specific purpose and term in return for rent. This contract must include a clear description…
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RERA is empowered to inspect and audit the management of all jointly owned property. This includes auditing all revenue credited and expenditure debited to both the Service Charges and Usag…
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Under Law No. (6) of 2019, car parks allocated to a specific unit are deemed an integral part of that unit. This means they cannot be separated, sold independently, or disposed of without t…
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The law provides severe punishments for those who engage in fraudulent Real Property projects. Any person who knowingly offers units for sale in a project that is proven to be fraudulent or…
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Unless the Site Plan says otherwise, a Unit includes floors down to the base of the joists and plaster ceilings. It encompasses the internal area, non-support internal walls, and the surrou…
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