2025

Dubai’s tenancy framework aims to balance landlord rights with tenant protection. Key updates effective **January 1 , 2025**: 1. **Rental Index Revision Frequency** – RERA to update the Rental Index quarterly (was bi‑annual) for more responsive caps. 2. **Deposit Caps** – Security deposit standardised at 5 % for unfurnished, 7 % for furnished units (previously negotiable). 3....

Cash buyers can lock in pricing before the next interest‑rate cycle and enjoy average gross rental yields around seven per cent—well above many global hubs. If you have funds on hand and plan to hold the property for five years or more, buying secures both capital appreciation and steady passive income. Expats expecting to stay fewer than three years may lean toward renting. Up‑front purchase...

Whether you’re launching a startup or relocating regional HQ, leasing in the Mainland (onshore) zone demands a structured approach. ## 1. Zone Selection * **Central Business Districts:** DIFC (finance), Business Bay (mixed use), Sheikh Zayed Road (showrooms). * **Secondary Hubs:** Al Barsha, Al Quoz – cost‑effective for SMEs. ## 2. Legal Structure & Licensing * Mainland companies...

Buying directly from a developer before construction completes can deliver compelling returns – but only if you navigate the process correctly. ## Pros 1. **Lower entry price** – 10‑20 % below comparable ready units. 2. **Flexible payment plans** – staged installments tied to construction milestones. 3. **Capital appreciation during build** – average 15‑25 % uplift by...

Dubai’s property scene continues to surge thanks to visionary infrastructure projects, population growth, and a pro‑investor regulatory climate. For 2025, five districts in particular promise a compelling blend of capital appreciation and healthy rental yields: 1. Dubai Creek Harbour – Emaar’s waterfront megaproject is evolving into a self‑contained city with the forthcoming Creek Tower,...