Dubai Real Estate Blog
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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.
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Investment
Dubai vs Abu Dhabi Real Estate: Where Should You Invest Your First AED 2 Million in 2026?
A data-driven comparison of Dubai and Abu Dhabi property markets for first-time investors with an AED 2 million budget.
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Investment
Dubai Marina vs JBR vs Palm Jumeirah: Which Waterfront Investment Delivers the Best Returns?
A data-driven comparison of Dubai Marina, JBR, and Palm Jumeirah — covering rental yields, capital appreciation, service...
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Investment
How to Calculate Real Rental Yield in Dubai: The Formula Most Investors Get Wrong
Most Dubai rental yield figures are inflated. Learn the gross, net, and cash-on-cash formulas with worked examples using...
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Area Guide
Dubai Hills vs Arabian Ranches vs Damac Hills: The Ultimate Family Community Comparison (2026)
Comparing Dubai Hills Estate, Arabian Ranches, and Damac Hills across prices, schools, amenities, service charges, and f...
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Legal
Can You Get a Dubai Golden Visa With a Mortgaged Property? The 50% Equity Rule
Yes, you can get a Dubai Golden Visa with a mortgaged property — but only if your paid-up equity is at least 50%.
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Legal
Why Every Expat Property Owner in Dubai Needs a DIFC Will
Without a DIFC Will, your Dubai property could be distributed under UAE inheritance law — regardless of your nationality...
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Investment
Emaar vs Sobha vs DAMAC: An Honest Developer Comparison for Dubai Investors
An unbiased comparison of Emaar, Sobha, and DAMAC — covering build quality, pricing, payment plans, delivery timelines,...
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Property Management
RERA Dubai Guide 2026: Tenant and Landlord Rights Explained
Everything you need to know about RERA Dubai in 2026. This comprehensive guide covers tenant rights, landlord rights, Ej...
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Investment
Dubai vs London: How Much Tax Do You Really Save as a UK Property Investor?
A detailed tax comparison for UK property investors weighing Dubai against London — covering stamp duty, income tax, cap...
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Investment
Dubai Developer Payment Plans Explained: 60/40, Post-Handover & More
Dubai developer payment plans make off-plan property accessible to a wide range of investors. From 60/40 and 70/30 split...
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Buying Guide
Dubai Off-Plan Payment Plans Explained: A Buyer's Guide
Everything you need to know about off-plan payment plans in Dubai — from construction-linked 80/20 plans to post-handove...
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Buying Guide
Freehold vs Leasehold in Dubai: Where Foreigners Can Buy Property
Understanding the difference between freehold and leasehold property in Dubai is essential for any foreign buyer. This c...
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