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Developers double down on homebuyer incentives

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While some analysts have suggested that developers could start scaling back on post-handover payment plans as the price gap between off-plan and ready property starts to narrow, not everyone agrees. “Despite the price gap closing in, we believe developers will continue with post-handover payment plans to attract buyers to purchase directly from them rather than…

Luxury property owners get back the courage to sell

Dubai: After a two year gap, more property owners in Dubai are willing to take on developers and whatever incentive or offplan payment plan they come up with. This is being reflected in the gradual increase in property listings made by individual owners, and especially those with high-end homes on their hands. And the deals…

UK residential property tax: what a UAE investor needs to know

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There has been an almost frenetic pace of change to the UK tax rules, which every investor into UK residential property needs to understand. This article aims to provide a summary of the key UK tax implications for non-UK resident and non-UK domiciled individuals, i.e. have a permanent home outside the UK. SDLT The first…

Will real estate be the next stock market?

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We take a look at at fractional ownership of the future For non-investors, or people not particularly involved in the stock market, stocks are seen as just another investment vehicle. And while this is somewhat true, it would be missing the point a little. A true appreciation for the stock market requires one to see…