Insights

Guides for buyers, owners and tenants in Dubai

Written by the people who do the transactions. No launch hype, no guaranteed returns.

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September 2026 · 6 min read

Gross yield, net yield, and what disappears in between

Every listing quotes a gross yield. Nobody banks a gross yield. Here is what comes off the top in Dubai, with numbers.

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August 2026 · 8 min read

Off-plan or ready: two payment plans, one honest comparison

Off-plan wins on entry price and payment plan. Ready wins on income and certainty. The right answer depends on one question most buyers never ask themselves.

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August 2026 · 5 min read

Golden Visa through property: the 2026 rules in plain language

AED 2 million in property, a 10-year residency, family included. The rules are simpler than the forums suggest, with three conditions that trip people up.