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Dubai residential sales dominated by off-plan purchases

Off-plan property transaction now make up almost half of all residential sales in Dubai, with buyers taking advantage of increasingly generous payment plans, according to listings portal propertyfinder.ae. The company said cheaper homes and lower deposit requirements were driving investors towards off-plan deals. It said median prices for homes have fallen by 20 per cent…

Work starts on Dubai’s new marina

First phase of Marasi Business Bay marina ready this year Dubai Properties (DP) has started work on the Marasi Business Bay marina, including water features that will be among the highlights of the community. The developer said it has started installing the pontoons at the Marasi Business Bay Promenade. Phase one of the marina will…

Dubai rental law: a timely refresh?

Experts weigh in on Dubai’s proposed ‘smart rental index’ The Dubai Land Department (DLD) announced a new rental law in the works that will enhance transparency in real estate leases. Calling the new regulation a smart rental index, the DLD is making the switch from a one-size-fits-all index to a more specific benchmark for each…