Your Destination Guide to Real Estate in the UAE

If you are thinking about buying, selling or investing in real estate in the UAE, this is your destination guide. This article will cover everything you need to know before you take the first step. From understanding the market and determining what type of property to buy, we will walk through all steps of buying real estate so that it can be a smooth process for you.

UAE is a great place to invest in real estate

The market is booming and there are many opportunities for both buyers and sellers. When it comes to choosing a property, you have a few different options: villas, apartments, townhouses or commercial properties.

The most important thing when considering any purchase is understanding the current market conditions and what your goals are for the investment. Are you looking for rental income? A long-term investment that will appreciate over time? Or maybe you are interested in purchasing a property as an offshore residence? Once you know what you are looking for, it is easier to determine which areas of the UAE offer the best opportunity.

If you are thinking about buying real estate in Dubai, we recommend checking out areas like Dubai Marina, JBR, Downtown and Palm Jumeirah. These neighborhoods are popular with expats and have a wide range of properties to choose from. If you are looking for an investment property in Abu Dhabi, the best areas to consider are Al Reem Island, Saadiyat Island and Yas Island.

Once you have found an area that interests you, it is time to start looking at specific properties. When viewing properties, there are a few things you should keep in mind:

Check the title deed to make sure the seller is the legal owner of the property and there are no outstanding mortgages or liens against it.

Make sure that all utility bills (electricity, water, etc.) are up to date and in the name of the property owner.

Get a copy of the community rules and regulations so that you know what is and is not allowed in the neighborhood (e.g. pets, renting out units, parking, etc.).

Make sure that the property is zoned for your intended use. For instance, if you are looking for an apartment to live in, make sure it is zoned as residential and not commercial.