Dubai Municipality has carried out more than 16,000 inspections across residential areas in the emirate since the beginning of 2026, identifying 2,395 violations involving property use, occupancy and …
Abu Dhabi extends occupancy certificate deadline for property owners
Property owners across Abu Dhabi have been given an extension to obtain mandatory occupancy certificates. The deadline has now been pushed out to November 30. Abu Dhabi housing authorities requirement …
Dubai and Abu Dhabi’s Trophy-Home Developers Are Doubling Down on Waterfront Living
Luxury hotel branded residences are thriving, and the exciting Ritz-Carlton Residences Al Maryah Island development is a great example of why. Residents can expect hotel-style amenities and services …
Hong Kong catching up with Dubai in super-prime property sales amid Iran war
Dubai remains the world’s top market for luxury homes worth at least US$10 million, but Hong Kong has closed the gap fast, according to Knight Frank Hong Kong has significantly narrowed Dubai’s lead …
Dubai offers homebuyers strong value even as bubble risks remain, says UBS
Emirate remains among more affordable markets despite years of rapid property price growth …
Exclusive Links Hosts Ghadeer Open House at Expo City Dubai with Exclusive Payment Plan and Private Tours
Exclusive Links is hosting a Ghadeer Open House at Expo City Dubai from 21-30 September 2026, offering private tours, show apartment viewings and a limited-time exclusive payment plan. The event …
Mother-in-law of ex-prosecutor Ruslan Kravchenko buys $670k villa in Dubai
The property in question is a townhouse measuring over 143 square meters in Damac Lagoons, an upscale gated community in Dubai. Leaked data from the Dubai property registry shows that Alina …
Dubai court: Property gifted to wife during Dh34 million debt dispute declared unenforceable
Dubai Civil Court rules property gifted to wife amid Dh34 million debt dispute is unenforceable, saying the transfer harmed the creditor’s recovery rights under UAE law, even if the recipient acted in …
Emaar’s Alabbar sees 5% Dubai home-price drop after Iran conflict
DUBAI: Dubai real estate developer Emaar’s Dubai hotels are currently seeing an occupancy rate of around 60%, its founder and chair told Reuters on Monday, adding that the company expects a return to …
Dubai property prices could ‘fall 5 per cent’ as Emaar hotels rebound to 60 per cent and backlog tops $50bn
Dubai property prices are forecast to fall 5 per cent in 2026, while Emaar hotel occupancy rebounds to 60 per cent and its revenue backlog exceeds $50bn …
Dubai, Abu Dhabi Property Firms Eye $12 Billion Maldives Project
Abu Dhabi-based Eagle Hills is planning a $12 billion mixed-use development in the Maldives, eyeing a 5.2 million square meter island that’s about 20 minutes from capital Male.
Dubai real estate sector recorded $3.8bn of transactions last week, including premium Business Bay offices
Dubai real estate sector saw $1.8bn of transactions and 2,454 sales last week, including $15.3m Business Bay office …
Dubai property market shows signs of recovery as home sales jump 25%
Dubai secondary property transactions rose 24.6 per cent in July and August as established communities showed early signs of recovery, new Espace Real Estate analysis reveals …
MERED: Al Reem Island Captures 49% of Abu Dhabi Off-Plan Apartment Deals
United Arab Emirates, September 18, 2026 — Al Reem Island accounted for 49% of all off-plan apartment transactions in Abu Dhabi during Summer 2026, highlighting the district’s growing importance …
Power of Attorney in the UAE: How It Works
How a UAE power of attorney is drafted and notarised, general versus special authority, legalising a foreign POA, translation, expiry and revocation.
Rental Disputes in Dubai: How the Process Works
The Rental Disputes Centre, what it hears, filing and evidence, common disputes, the 12-month eviction notice, and appeal rights and deadlines.
UAE Golden Visa: Mortgaged property can qualify under AED 2m rule
Dubai property investors can use mortgaged real estate to support a UAE Golden Visa application when ownership and payment conditions meet current requirements. Dubai Land Department (DLD) accepts …