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FeaturedMarket·11 June 2026

UAE real estate heading for AED 2.98 trillion by 2031: what the Statista projection says

Statista Market Insights projects the UAE real estate market at USD 811 billion (AED 2.98 trillion) by 2031, with a 3.07% CAGR from 2026. The numbers behind the estimate and what they mean for investors looking at the UAE from abroad.

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Market·10 Jun 2026

Dubai Harbour gets 9 minutes closer to Sheikh Zayed Road: what changes for investors

The RTA bridge connecting Sheikh Zayed Road to Dubai Harbour is 90% complete, opening in June. Reduces travel time from 12 to 3 minutes. What it means for those who invested in Emaar Beachfront and for those considering the area.

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Market·10 Jun 2026

Dubai: AED 28.5 billion in real estate transactions in May 2026

DLD certifies 10,218 transactions worth AED 28.51 billion in May 2026, with the off-plan segment at 74% of residential. Data, trends and implications for international investors.

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Market·10 Jun 2026

Mashreq launches off-plan mortgage: conditions and requirements for UAE residents

Mashreq introduces the Off-Plan Home Loan for UAE residents: up to 25-year tenure, max 50% LTV, zero pre-approval fees, available on developments with at least 35% construction progress.

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Market·7 Jun 2026

UAE overtakes US and UK as the world's top real estate investment destination

According to a recent global survey, 56% of international investors rank the UAE ahead of the US and UK as the most attractive real estate destination. What it means for European investors.

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Neighbourhoods·25 May 2026

JVC today: is it still worth the price?

Jumeirah Village Circle remains one of Dubai's most traded areas for income. But on new off-plan launches the asking prices today don't always add up. Where to find value.

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Guides·25 May 2026

Dubai will for international investors

Without a registered UAE will, foreign-owned property is subject to local succession rules. DIFC for Dubai and Ras Al Khaimah, ADJD for Abu Dhabi: two tools designed for non-resident owners.

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Market·22 May 2026

AMRA in Umm Al Quwain: the Citi launch

AMRA's launch in Umm Al Quwain made noise: an integrative wellness resort, serviced residences, a natural lagoon. What's behind the numbers, and what to weigh before investing.

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Taxation·12 May 2026

Tax in Dubai: what an investor really pays

The zero percent doesn't apply to everyone. Capital gains, rental income, tax residency and reporting: the points that change your net return.

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Guides·6 May 2026

Off-plan in Dubai: how to buy safely

Buying off-plan feels risky until you know the safeguards. Escrow, registered developers, payment plans: what actually protects you.

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Market·28 Apr 2026

Net yield in Dubai: what it really means

The 7% on a brochure isn't the 7% you collect. Service charges, management, vacancy: how you get to the real net yield.

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