The Dubai Land Department (DLD) has announced the significant expansion of its Dubai Real Estate Broker Programme, aimed at increasing Emirati participation in the property sector. The initiative has already exceeded 180% of its annual qualification target, with over AED 500 million in transaction value recorded through licensed Emirati brokers. Since its inception, the programme has helped license 231...
Dubai: As the UAE gears up for a record-breaking summer in real estate—with total transactions expected to exceed $40 billion—six high-potential areas have emerged as top picks for property investment in 2025. According to global luxury agency Whitewill, these hotspots are spread across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Ras Al Khaimah, combining established neighborhoods with fast-growing emerging...
Beeah Steps into Real Estate with First Residential Project in Sharjah Sharjah is gearing up for a major addition to its freehold real estate market as Beeah — traditionally known for its work in energy, healthcare, and sustainability — makes its debut as a property developer. The company, famous for its futuristic HQ designed by the late Zaha Hadid, will unveil its first residential and...
The UAE’s property market is booming in 2025 — and it's not just about off-plan homes anymore. From offices and warehouses to malls and hotels, nearly every real estate sector is seeing major growth. Commercial Office Space in High Demand According to JLL’s Q1 2025 Market Dynamics report, office vacancy rates have dropped to historic lows — 8.6% in Dubai and just 2.3% in Abu Dhabi. Prime...
Dubai: Fitch Ratings forecasts a moderate correction in Dubai’s property market starting in H2 2025, with price drops capped at around 15%. Despite the cooling trend, the outlook remains stable, with UAE banks and developers deemed well-prepared to handle the shift. Why the Dip?Following a nearly 60% surge in residential prices from 2022 to early 2025—fueled by immigration and investor...
Dubai has opened the landmark AA Tower on Sheikh Zayed Road for freehold ownership — a major step in expanding the city's real estate opportunities. Owned by Ahmed Mostafa Ahli Investment Group, the tower comprises residential apartments and office spaces. This move supports Dubai’s broader strategy of allowing private developers to repurpose existing projects, further energizing the property...
Dubai’s first IPO of 2025, Dubai Residential REIT, has seen strong investor interest and will now offer more shares. The offering has been raised from 1.625 billion to 1.95 billion units, mainly increasing allocations for institutional investors. This bumps the IPO from 12.5% to 15% of the REIT’s total issued units. The price per unit stays between AED 0.70 and AED 1.10, aiming to raise between...
The UAE’s Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has released new guidelines explaining how corporate tax will apply to investors in Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) that are considered “qualified funds” (i.e., exempt from corporate tax). Starting from January 1, 2025, both UAE-based and international investors in these REITs will be taxed on 80% of the income earned from real estate owned by the...
Dubai is set to host a groundbreaking real estate exhibition, 'Rise', launched by the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). Unlike traditional property expos, 'Rise' aims to serve as a comprehensive platform for urban planners, infrastructure developers, and real estate professionals to collaborate on shaping the cities of tomorrow. Mahir Abdulkarim Julfar, Executive Vice-President at DWTC,...
Dubai's real estate market is stabilizing as property developers prioritize deliveries over new launches. With residential stock set to exceed 760,000 units by 2024, major and smaller developers alike are focusing on quality and timely handovers. Learn how this shift impacts the market and drives growth in our latest blog post.