How To

A title deed is one of the most important documents in a completed-property transaction. It identifies the registered property and records the ownership interest recognised by Dubai Land Department. However, receiving a photograph or PDF copy of a deed from a seller does not complete the verification process. Before signing a contract or paying a deposit, buyers should independently verify the Dubai...

Dubai attracts property buyers with its modern infrastructure, international population, tax environment and wide selection of apartments, villas, townhouses and off-plan developments. However, buying property involves more than choosing a development and paying a deposit. Buyers must understand ownership rules, calculate the complete acquisition cost, verify the property, review the contract and...

Non-residents can legally buy apartments, villas, commercial units and off-plan properties in Dubai’s designated freehold areas. A UAE residence visa is not normally required, and qualifying property can be registered using the buyer’s valid passport. Overseas buyers may complete certain transactions remotely, act through a legally authorised representative or travel to Dubai for the final...

A Dubai apartment advertised with an "8% ROI" does not necessarily put 8% of your invested capital back into your bank account every year. That percentage may represent gross rental yield before service charges, maintenance, vacancy, management, financing and acquisition costs. Another advertiser might calculate return against the property price alone, while an investor using a mortgage may be more...