Notes from Eylül Estate.
Practical, source-cited notes on buying, renting and investing in Dubai property — from Golden Visa steps to service-charge maths. No jargon, no scare tactics.
UAE Golden Visa Through Property: Requirements, Costs and Process (Dubai)
The 10-year UAE Golden Visa is granted to owners of Dubai property worth at least AED 2 million — mortgaged property counts if the bank issues a no-objection letter. Here is the full DLD process, the exact fees and what to prepare.
How to Buy Property in Dubai as a Foreigner: Step-by-Step Guide
Non-UAE nationals can own freehold property in designated areas of Dubai under Law No. 7 of 2006. Here is the full journey — from the MOU to the DLD transfer trustee office — including the documents and fees to expect.
Buying Property in Dubai: Every Cost Explained (DLD Fees 2026)
The headline fee is 4% to the Dubai Land Department, but there are five or six other costs that add up. Here is a plain-English breakdown, current at 2026, with a worked example on an AED 2 million purchase.
Escrow Accounts in Dubai: How Off-Plan Buyers Are Protected
Since 2007, every off-plan project in Dubai must have its own escrow account and every buyer payment must go into it. Here is what Law No. 8 of 2007 says, why it matters, and how to check before you pay a single dirham.
Mortgages in the UAE for Expats: LTV Limits, Tenor and Affordability
Everything a first-time expat buyer needs to know about a UAE mortgage — the maximum loan-to-value at each price band, the 25-year tenor cap, the 50% debt burden ratio and where the pre-approval fits into the timeline.
Paying for Property in Dubai: Money Transfers, Manager's Cheques and AML Checks
Dubai transfers are settled with manager's cheques on the day, but the money has to arrive from abroad through banks that will ask hard questions. Here is how to plan the transfer, and what your broker will need for AML compliance.
Off-Plan vs Ready Property in Dubai: Which Is Right for You?
The right answer depends on how long you can wait, how much you can borrow and how much risk you want to take on delivery. Here is a frank, side-by-side comparison of the two paths.
Renting in Dubai: Ejari, Rent Increase Rules and the 90-Day Notice
Rent in Dubai is regulated by Decree No. 43 of 2013, which caps annual increases based on how far below the average market rent your contract is. Here is the exact table, the 90-day renewal notice rule and how to check the RERA rental index.
Service Charges in Dubai: How They Are Set and How to Check Them (Mollak)
Service charges cover the maintenance, security and utilities of your building's common areas. In Dubai they are budgeted by the management company, audited by a RERA-certified auditor, approved by RERA and collected via the Mollak system.