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Dubai Just Removed the AED 750,000 Property Visa Minimum (April 2026): What Actually Changed
Dubai Land Department quietly removed the AED 750,000 minimum property value for the 2-year investor residency visa for sole owners — but only for sole-owned, fully-paid completed property. Joint owners get a new AED 400,000 per-share floor. The Golden Visa AED 2M threshold is unchanged. Here's what the new rules actually say, who benefits, and what is still unclear.
Legal
Dubai Rental Index 2026: How RERA Calculates Your Rent Increase
Everything you need to know about the RERA Rental Index in Dubai. Learn how rent increases are calculated, the tier syst...
Buying Guide
Renting vs Buying Property in Dubai 2026: Complete 10-Year Cost Comparison
Should you rent or buy property in Dubai in 2026? This comprehensive cost comparison breaks down every fee, compares mon...
Property Management
Dubai Service Charges by Building 2026: Complete Database & Rankings
Complete database of Dubai service charges ranked by building. Compare the most expensive and affordable buildings, area...
Market Analysis
Dubai Property Market Mid-2026 Outlook: What the Data Says After Q1
A comprehensive mid-year review of Dubai's property market using Q1 2026 transaction data from DLD, price movements acro...
Market Analysis
How Middle East Geopolitics Affect Dubai Property Prices: A Historical Data Analysis
From the 2014 oil crash to the Russia-Ukraine war and Iran tensions, we analyse how every major geopolitical event in th...
Dubai Life
Best Dubai Areas for Families 2026: Schools, Parks, Safety & Community Rankings
We ranked the 10 best Dubai areas for families in 2026 across schools, parks, safety, healthcare and value for money — c...
Investment
Dubai Holiday Home License: DTCM Permit, Costs & Short-Term Rental Compliance (2026)
Everything you need to know about obtaining a Dubai holiday home license through the DET/DTCM portal. Covers application...
Investment
Dubai Mortgage Rates 2026: Best Banks Compared for Expats & Residents
A verified May 2026 comparison of Dubai mortgage rates across major banks — fixed rates from 3.79%, current EIBOR, LTV c...
Legal
Dubai Escrow Account Explained: How Your Off-Plan Payment Is Protected (2026)
Dubai's escrow system is one of the strongest buyer-protection mechanisms in global real estate. Learn exactly how your...
Legal
Oqood vs Title Deed in Dubai: What's the Difference & Why It Matters (2026)
Oqood and title deeds serve different purposes in Dubai real estate. Learn what each document means, when Oqood converts...
Legal
Power of Attorney for Dubai Property: How to Buy, Sell or Manage Remotely (2026)
Everything non-resident owners need to know about using a power of attorney for Dubai property transactions — from creat...
Buying Guide
Snagging Inspection Dubai: Complete Checklist Before Accepting Your Property (2026)
A comprehensive snagging inspection checklist for Dubai property buyers. Learn what to check room by room, whether to hi...
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