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Setting rent in Dubai is relatively straightforward when a property is vacant: the owner proposes a price and negotiates with prospective tenants. The process becomes more regulated when an existing tenancy reaches renewal. The Dubai Rental Index helps determine whether an owner can increase an existing tenant’s rent and, if so, the maximum percentage permitted. It considers registered rental data,...

Dubai buyers can choose between newly launched properties purchased from developers and resale properties acquired from existing owners. Both can be good investments, but they involve different costs, risks and timelines. New property may provide contemporary design, modern amenities, staged payment plans and lower immediate maintenance. Resale property offers physical inspection, transaction evidence,...