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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
Short-Term Rentals in Dubai: DET Licence, Airbnb Rules & ROI Guide 2026
Short-term rentals in Dubai can deliver 30-50% higher returns than long-term leases — but only if you navigate the licen...
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Relocation
From London Flat to Dubai Villa: How One Family Made the Move
When the Harpers decided to swap their two-bedroom Clapham flat for a four-bedroom villa in Arabian Ranches, they expect...
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Buying Guide
SPA Signing Checklist: 10 Documents Every Dubai Property Buyer Needs
The Sale and Purchase Agreement is the most important document in your Dubai property transaction. Missing even one supp...
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Dubai Life
Dubai Healthcare Guide for Expats: Insurance, Costs & Best Hospitals
A 2026 guide to healthcare in Dubai for expats: mandatory insurance rules, the DHA Essential Benefits Plan, documented c...
Real Estate Club Dubai
Investment
5 Dubai Real Estate Myths That Cost Investors Real Money
Dubai real estate attracts more myths than most markets. Some are harmless. Others have cost investors serious money. He...
RECD Editorial
Dubai Life
7 Things Nobody Tells You Before Moving to Dubai
Everyone talks about tax-free salaries and year-round sunshine. Nobody mentions the DEWA deposit, the 45°C school runs,...
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Investment
Dubai Property Flipping Guide 2026: Can You Still Make Money?
Flipping Dubai property is still possible in 2026 but much harder — the honest cost math, assignment rules, and conflict...
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Investment
Why Dubai Marina Might Not Be the Best Choice for First-Time Investors
Dubai Marina is the most recognized address in Dubai real estate. But recognition doesn't always equal returns. Here's w...
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Relocation
Best Family-Friendly Communities in Dubai 2026: Schools, Parks & Safety
The family communities Dubai parents shortlist for 2026, compared on schools, green space, safety and verified rents. Fr...
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Golden Visa
Dubai Golden Visa 2026 Updates: New Rules, Costs & Processing Times
A precise 2026 guide to the Dubai Golden Visa: the AED 2M property threshold, what the February and April 2026 reforms a...
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Buying Guide
First-Time Buyer Mistakes in Dubai: 10 Costly Errors to Avoid
The 10 most costly mistakes first-time property buyers make in Dubai and how to avoid them. Real-world examples, financi...
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Market Analysis
Dubai Real Estate Q1 2026 Market Report: Prices, Transactions & Trends
Q1 2026 began with a record AED 72.4bn January, then a regional conflict triggered Dubai's first quarterly residential p...
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