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Dubai’s resets island and beachside living

And further down from Jumeirah Road, there is the massive Deira Islands This summer, head for Dubai’s beaches … or islands in the making. Investors already are. In the first-half of the year, some of the priciest deals for off-plan properties in Dubai happened on one such island, the Jumeirah Bay — located 300 metres…

A 700-hectare spread to soon come into play in Dubai

Land forms part of Jumeirah Golf Estates and to be used for a range of properties Dubai: A massive 700-hectare spread right in the “heart of New Dubai” could soon be opened up for development. That means opportunities for private developers to add to their land bank as well as for the master-developer to further…

In Dubai, many an island to choose from

Investors are spoilt for choice as city master-developers redefine offshore living Dubai: If you have a few millions to spare on an island, or beachside home, Dubai’s waterfront sure has a few selections to pick through. And they are not all on the Palm. The Bvlgari Residences on Jumeirah Bay Island or the steeped-in-luxury apartments…

Despite drop, Dubai rents give investors good yields

Yields are still above 7.5 per cent for most apartment districts and 5.5 to six per cent for mid-segment villa districts Expect further rent drops during the summer. However, those of you living in central locations are likely to see rents stabilising by next year while those in secondary locations can see prices softening further….