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Dubai’s 10 most expensive homes sold last week revealed

The luxury property segment in Dubai continues to dominate global headlines due to its consistent record-breaking transactions and strong international demand. Over the past week, the ultra-prime segment once again demonstrated resilience, with multiple sales crossing the multi-million-dollar threshold. This momentum reflects how Dubai has transformed into one of the world’s most competitive luxury real...

Dubai townhouse development announcement

Dubai invests $185m into private townhouses in Al Barsha South

Dubai has never been a city that thinks small. Whether it is world-famous skyscrapers, mega infrastructure projects, or futuristic urban planning, the emirate consistently demonstrates an ability to anticipate future demand and invest ahead of market trends. The latest announcement involving a $185 million investment into private townhouses in Al Barsha South is another example of this forward-thinking...

Dubai real estate demand on the rise

Dubai real estate demand steady as 95% of 2026 homes already sold

Dubai’s real estate sector continues to defy conventional market cycles, showing resilience even as global economic conditions remain unpredictable. Entering 2026, the emirate is riding on the momentum of record-breaking transaction volumes achieved in previous years. The property market is no longer just booming—it is maturing into a structured, data-driven ecosystem where both investors and end-users...

Dubai issues new property law applying to entire emirate

Dubai’s property sector has long been recognized as one of the most dynamic and internationally attractive real estate markets in the world. With buyers arriving from Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and North America, the emirate has built a reputation for combining strong infrastructure, investor-friendly policies, and tax advantages. However, as the market grows in size and complexity, regulators face...

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Dubai Residential REIT revenue rises 8.4% as occupancy nears 99%

If you’ve ever wanted to invest in real estate without actually buying property, Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) are the closest thing to a shortcut. A REIT pools money from investors and uses it to purchase, manage, and generate income from real estate assets. In simple terms, it’s like owning a slice of multiple properties rather than dealing with a single apartment or villa. Investors earn...

Dubai Land Department real estate programme

Dubai Land Department Opens Second Phase of Emirati Real Estate Programme

The Emirati Real Estate Business Incubator Programme is a specialised initiative created by the Dubai Land Department to empower UAE nationals to establish their own real estate brokerage firms. Think of it as a launchpad rather than a classroom. Instead of simply teaching theory, the programme takes participants from idea to implementation, helping them transform ambition into a licensed business. The...

Dubai real estate market insights

Dubai real estate sector recorded $3.2bn of transactions last week, including $27.5m apartment

Dubai’s property market continues to demonstrate strong liquidity and investor appetite, with the latest weekly data showing $3.2 billion in total real estate transactions. This figure reflects a highly active market environment where both domestic and international buyers are consistently participating in residential and commercial deals. The volume of activity signals that Dubai remains one of the most...

AI-powered real estate academy launch

UAE launches AI academy to train next generation of real estate professionals

The United Arab Emirates has taken another bold step toward becoming a global leader in artificial intelligence by launching the country’s first dedicated AI academy for real estate professionals. This initiative arrives at a time when the property sector is changing faster than ever. Buyers are using predictive tools to identify investment hotspots, brokers are automating client communication, and...

Dubai targets 27,000 SMEs by 2033

Dubai targets 27,000 SMEs by 2033 with new real estate partnership

If you think about any thriving economy, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are always at the core. They are like the bloodstream of economic activity—constantly moving, adapting, and fueling innovation. In Dubai, SMEs are not just a supporting sector; they are a strategic priority. The government recognizes that empowering entrepreneurs leads to job creation, diversified income streams, and...

Dubai unifies Golden Visa

Dubai unifies Golden Visa, property and retiree residency services in new government integration push

Dubai has once again positioned itself at the forefront of innovation—not just in architecture or business, but in governance. In April 2026, the emirate introduced a major policy shift by integrating its Golden Visa, property-linked residency, and retiree residency services into a single unified system. This isn’t just a bureaucratic tweak; it’s a structural transformation aimed at redefining how...

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