Question: I’m a tenant and want to pay rent directly to the owner to avoid the agent commission. Is this possible and what should I watch out for? FJ, Dubai Answer: You are not the first person to …
Dubai property sales reach Dh87.9 billion despite slowdown in transactions
Dubai recorded Dh87.9 billion in property sales in the second quarter, despite a slowdown in transaction volumes due to regional geopolitical tensions. Abu Dhabi’s residential market remained …
Dubai commercial property sales hit record H1 high, surpassing full-year 2025 total
Office market boom reflects Dubai’s evolution into a global business and investment hub Limited supply and institutional demand are strengthening the investment appeal of commercial assets Commercial …
Arabian Gulf Properties: Dubai’s global ranking as a welcoming city reinforces long-term real estate demand
Emirate’s position for newcomers ahead of world’s top cities such as Warsaw, Seoul and Hong Kong reflects its growing appeal as a destination to …
Aedas designs Rixos Al Reem Residences in Abu Dhabi for East & West Properties
Building on a successful collaboration, the project introduces a new chapter of branded waterfront living on Al Reem Island …
Abu Dhabi home prices surge in first half of 2026 despite Iran war uncertainty
Apartment rates on Yas Island and Al Reem Island increase nearly 18%, Knight Frank says …
W Capital: Dubai commercial real estate records highest-ever first-half sales, surpassing full-year total
Limited supply and institutional demand are strengthening the investment value of commercial real estate. Commercial property has become one of Dubai’s strongest long-term income-generating assets.
Rising supply and government policies reshape UAE residential market in Q2 2026: JLL
Abu Dhabi demonstrates notable resilience with positive year-on-year growth in both total sales transactions and new lease registrations …
Dubai property market stabilises as home price declines ease
Dubai’s real estate market is showing signs of stabilisation after a turbulent first half of 2026, with residential price declines slowing significantly while commercial property sectors continue to …
LE CHÂTEAU PIÉTRUS Brings Riva Dolceriva Lifestyle to Dubai Islands
Mr. Eight Branded Residences is redefining coastal living by integrating a private Riva motor yacht into its new LE CHÂTEAU PIÉTRUS ecosystem on Dubai Islands …
Indians, Britons drive Dubai property market as H1 residential transactions hit Rs 5.91 lakh crore: report
According to the survey, buyer confidence swiftly returned after a brief dip, and Dubai’s residential market held up well during the US-Iran regional crisis.
Indians, Britons lead Dubai property market as deals hit Dh225.7 billion in 2026
Indian and British expatriates continued to drive Dubai’s residential property market in the first half of 2026, helping transactions reach Dh225.7 billion despite regional geopolitical tensions, …
How can expats buy freehold property in the UAE?
Established freehold districts include Downtown Dubai, Business Bay, Dubai Marina, Jumeirah Beach Residence and Palm Jumeirah …
Mileo Group expands luxury hotel portfolio across Dubai, Mykonos and Dominica
The hospitality portfolio is building across three different travel markets as luxury demand shifts toward privacy, service quality and destination-led experiences …
Abu Dhabi property transactions surge 112% despite war to hit Dh117 billion in first half of year
FDI more than quadrupled to Dh13.8bn with sector demonstrating transparency and adaptability …
CloverLeads Expands Into Saudi Arabia After Rapid Growth in Dubai
Dubai-based lead-generation agency Cloverleads is expanding into Saudi Arabia after strong UAE growth. The firm helps contractors and property …
UAE property: ‘Should I compromise on the property and focus on the community?’
You can renovate a house, extend it or update the interiors, but what you cannot change is the location …