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If RERA identifies violations by a Management Company in a Category 3 project, it must first notify the Owners Committee to get their opinion. RERA then serves a written warning to the comp…
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The DLD is responsible for maintaining the Real Property Brokers Register, which contains the names of all licensed individuals and firms. This register is used to record and update the sta…
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Eviction may be requested if a Tenant makes changes that endanger the safety of the property. Specifically, if the Tenant alters the structure in a way that makes it impossible to restore t…
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A Tenant is strictly forbidden from subleasing or assigning the use of the property to any third party without obtaining the written consent of the Landlord. This restriction applies unless…
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Snagging is a detailed inspection performed when a property is ready for handover to identify any defects or unfinished work. It is highly recommended to hire a professional snagging compan…
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Article (36) requires every management entity to provide a bank guarantee in favour of the DLD. This guarantee serves as a security deposit to remedy any damage to common parts caused by th…
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The RDSC provides a financial incentive for parties to resolve their conflicts through the Mediation and Conciliation Directorate. While a registration fee is required to file a Rent Disput…
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If multiple brokers collaborate on behalf of one party to conclude a contract, Article (31) requires them to share the fees as if they were a single broker. The distribution must follow the…
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A broker is under a legal obligation to enter every transaction they conduct into a private record. They must maintain all supporting documents and provide true copies to the contracting pa…
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Oqood is the Arabic term for the initial title deed issued by the DLD for off-plan property once you sign the SPA and pay registration fees.
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Article (35) allows RERA to serve a written notice requesting repairs if the common parts are not being duly maintained. If the Management Entity fails to act, RERA can appoint another enti…
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Unless the parties have agreed otherwise in their contract, the Fee for the sale of Real Property is shared equally between the seller and the purchaser. This 50/50 split is the default leg…
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