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Every Management Entity must provide RERA with a periodic report every six (6) months concerning the management and maintenance of the property. These reports must detail all works performe…
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An Off-plan Sale is the sale of a real property unit that is designated on a plan but is not yet constructed or is incomplete. For such a sale to be legal, the developer must take possessio…
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The Appellate Division consists of several tribunals, each formed of two (2) judges and one person recognised for their experience and expertise in real property. Every appellate tribunal m…
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A beneficiary is authorised to mortgage Granted Land in favour of licensed banks or financing institutions in the Emirate. However, specific conditions must be met for the mortgage to be va…
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A Notice is a formal written notification sent by one party of a lease contract to the other. To be legally effective, it must be served through a Notary Public or delivered via registered…
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Properties with unique features like water lagoons or beaches command a significant premium in the resale market. In a desert environment water is a luxury. The Crystal Lagoon concept in Da…
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Meydan District 11 is emerging as a niche luxury pocket for villas and townhouses. With the launch of high end projects like Elie Saab and other luxury clusters it attracts investors lookin…
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Dubai has matured significantly since 2008 implementing strong regulations to prevent bubbles. The strict mortgage caps requiring higher down payments prevent over leveraging. The escrow ac…
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The payment plan for Damac Islands is designed to be investor friendly by spreading the cost over the construction period. Typically you pay 20 percent upfront and then 1 percent monthly or…
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Rashid Yachts and Marina is transforming into a prime end user destination because of its low rise luxury buildings and waterfront lifestyle. A major factor is its location near traditional…
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The Dubai Land Department provides a transparent system for tracking project progress. You can use the Dubai REST app to view the official completion percentage of any registered project in…
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There is a shortage of quality 3 bedroom units in prime locations. Many developers focused on studios and 1 bedrooms for investors leaving a gap in the market for larger family units. As mo…
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