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Vetra Welcomes Three Top-Performing Brokers
Another Milestone for Vetra October 2026 marks another important step in Vetra’s growth. We are delighted to welcome Alexander Carpenter, Kamrun Robinson and Ash Prakash
Dubai real estate update: June 2026
June 2026 brought activity back after a very quiet May. Dubai recorded 13,933 property sales worth AED 33.21 billion across all property types, up from
Dubai Real Estate Update: May 2026
May 2026 was the quietest month of the year so far for Dubai property. The market recorded 10,279 sales worth AED 28.91 billion across all
Dubai Real Estate Update: April 2026
April 2026 was a quieter month for deal count but another strong one for prices. Dubai recorded 14,045 property sales worth AED 48.24 billion across
Vetra March 2026 Update
March 2026 was a month of fewer deals and higher prices. Dubai recorded 13,501 property sales worth AED 43.39 billion across all property types, the
Vetra Welcomes Two Exceptional Hires
Two exceptional hires. One clear message. We’re building something real at Vetra, and the best people in Dubai’s real estate market are taking notice. A
Vetra February 2026 Update
Strategic Sales at Rixos Al Reem Branded Luxury Residences February has been another remarkable month for Vetra Real Estate, with the team achieving a significant
Vetra January 2026 Update
5 Off-Plan Units Sold at Hudayriyat Island During January, Vetra successfully facilitated the sale of five off-plan units on Hudayriyat Island, Abu Dhabi, reaching a
How AI powered property search tools are changing how buyers shortlist homes
Searching for a home in Dubai used to follow the same routine. Open a portal. Set filters for location, price, bedrooms. Scroll through hundreds of
Buying property as an expat: eligibility and requirements
Dubai’s property market has been built, in large part, on expat capital. With more than 60 designated freehold areas now open to foreign buyers, owning
What’s included in your rent in Dubai (and what’s not)
Signing a tenancy contract in Dubai often raises one simple question. Does this rent cover everything, or are there extra costs waiting down the line.
How business setup location affects your office leasing options?
Most business owners choose their licence type before they ever think about office space. That order should really be reversed, because the jurisdiction you register
A Beginner’s Guide to Investing in Grade AAA Commercial Real Estate
If you’ve looked at commercial property in Dubai, you’ve almost certainly heard brokers describe a tower as “Grade A” or even “Grade AAA”. It sounds
Dubai Land Department Rolls Out AI Platform to Fast-Track Real Estate Registration for Developers
Dubai’s real estate sector just got a major digital upgrade. The Dubai Land Department (DLD) has officially launched its new “Initial Registration” platform, a unified
Dubai’s new rent now pay later scheme what tenants and landlords need to know
Dubai’s rental market is about to change the way residents budget for one of their biggest annual expenses. The Dubai Land Department (DLD) is preparing
Dubai’s new shared housing law comes into effect this month
Dubai’s shared housing sector is entering a new regulatory era. Law No. 4 of 2026, issued by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum,
Freehold vs Leasehold in Dubai: Which Offers Better ROI?
Every investor who looks at the Dubai market eventually runs into the same question. Should the property sit in a freehold zone with full title,
Freehold vs Leasehold Property in Dubai: What’s the Difference?
Anyone who starts researching property in Dubai runs into these two words almost immediately. Freehold and leasehold sound like technical fine print, but they decide
Ras Al Khaimah plans 25,600 new homes by 2030
Ras Al Khaimah is preparing for one of the largest residential build-outs in its history. According to consultancy Cavendish Maxwell, the emirate is set to
Abu Dhabi’s most expensive luxury projects in 2026
Abu Dhabi has spent the last few years quietly building a case for itself as the Gulf’s most serious luxury property market. While Dubai still
Understanding Grade A vs Grade B office space in Dubai
Dubai’s commercial property market has entered one of its most dynamic phases in years. Office rents across the city climbed sharply through 2025 and into
Why Smart Investors Are Shifting Their Focus to Dubai South
For years, the Dubai investment conversation revolved around a familiar shortlist: Downtown Dubai, Dubai Marina, Business Bay, JVC. Each had its moment of being “the
Ras Al Khaimah Set for 25600 New Homes by 2030
Ras Al Khaimah’s residential market is entering a major growth phase, with 25,600 new homes scheduled for delivery by the end of the decade. Apartments
UAE Landlords Can Now Check Tenant Credit Scores Before Signing a Lease
The UAE rental market just got a new layer of due diligence. The Etihad Credit Bureau’s Tenant Screening service, first announced in May, has now
Dubai Eases Property Visa Rules and Here’s What It Means for Buyers
Dubai just made it a lot easier to turn a property purchase into a residency visa. The Dubai Land Department has removed the long-standing AED
The Most Luxurious UAE Off-Plan Launches in 2027
The UAE’s off-plan market has always rewarded buyers who move early but the wave of projects scheduled for handover in 2027 is shaping up to
Dubai Landlords Guide
Dubai remains one of the strongest rental markets in the region, tax-free income and consistently healthy yields make it an attractive place to be a
Dubai Tenants Guide
Renting in Dubai comes with a few extra steps beyond agreeing a price and signing a contract, Ejari, DEWA, move-in permits and cheques all play
Commercial Property Guide
Dubai’s commercial market covers a lot of ground, offices, retail, industrial space and whole buildings, each with its own drivers, lease structures and costs. Whether
Seller’s Guide
How selling property in Dubai works: step by step Get a valuation. A consultant assesses your property against recent comparable sales and current demand to
Buyers guide
How buying property in Dubai works: step by step Define your budget and goals. Decide whether you’re buying to live in, to rent out, or