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Investors switch from primary to secondary homes in Dubai

Primary to secondary homes

Upswings in real estate markets typically spark a construction frenzy causing developers to launch a series of new projects in order to try and capitalise on the surge in demand, as seen in 2002 and 2012. For developers to attract buyers, they typically release off-plan properties at a discount to the ready market. This is…

10-year visa: More expats will invest in freehold homes

Dubai 10yr visa

The UAE’s decision to allow for longer term residence visas and 100 per cent foreign ownership in companies is expected to have a significant impact on the property market, both residential and commercial. End-user expatriates who have hitherto chosen to rent property in the UAE could now consider buying a home, given the long-term legal…