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Reasons Why Businesses Should Buy Instead of Renting Office

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Dubai has long been a top destination for investments in properties. Although the real estate market has become highly challenging & stiffer in competition, consistent efforts & initiatives by Dubai government are stimulating the industry. With Expo 2020 months away now, the business confidence is building up and commercial properties for rent/sale are on the slow but steady rise. There are many reasons why it is better to buy a commercial property rather than using offices for rent in Dubai . With lower sale prices, grace periods & flexible payment terms and Expo 2020 on the horizon, this makes it the right time to purchase commercial property in Dubai. Moreover, buying a property is a long-term investment, whereas renting is a short-term fix. It also helps in keeping the costs fixed unlike the leases where terms are changed every few years. If you are planning to take advantage of the market upswing & looking to rent/purchase commercial space, below we ha...

Are Apartments Still A Good Investment?

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Do you want to buy an apartment in Dubai? Do you wonder whether this will be a good investment or not? Are you worried that you might end up losing more rather gaining something? If yes, then make a sure investment by considering the properties featured on this post. Get to see a list of apartments for sale below and in the process, you will learn why these apartments are a good investment. Fully Furnished Studio in Liberty House DIFC Located in Dubai International Financial Centre, this apartment is strategically located in the heart of the city. Liberty House has 42 floors and it consists of high-end offices and luxury residential units. It’s a great investment because it is already fully furnished. It comes with king-size beds, love-seat-sofa, coffee table, side table, full-length mirror, reading desk, and a lot more. A balcony is available for you to enjoy the city’s skyline. More importantly it is one of the most sought after areas in Dubai and will hardly lose any ...

Multi-year visa in Dubai for investors

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Dubai is setting itself to be the leading real estate market in the world today. With the UAE Government spearheading different initiatives, Dubai is striving to boost its real estate industry. Among the many actions taken by the UAE government is the proposal to give investors more benefits and privileges as they buy more  Dubai properties . Multi-year visas Part of the proposal of attracting more investors into Dubai’s real estate is the multi-year visas. In this initiative, investors who have purchased a property worth at least Dh 5 million could be eligible for 5-year visas. This would easily increase to a 10-year visa for investors who have bought a property worth Dh10 million. It is worth noting that the multi-year visas are not only available for real estate investors who are looking to buy homes, villas, or  apartments for sale in Dubai , but also for certain qualified entrepreneurs and professionals. Experts believe that awarding multi-year visas to realty...

Should You Rent a Studio or a One Bedroom Apartment?

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Are you torn between choosing a one-bedroom apartment and studio for rent in Dubai ? If yes, this article is for you. Dubai is just teeming with a lot of properties for rent; sometimes it becomes very challenging to find the right one. If you are not careful, you might end up with the wrong unit. For this reason, before you make the final decision, read the difference between a studio-type apartment and one-bedroom apartment, their advantages and disadvantages, and how each option would meet your needs. What is a studio apartment? Typically, a studio-type apartment only has one room plus a bathroom. The one large room combines the living room, bedroom, and kitchen. On average, the size of a studio-type apartment is about 500-600 sq ft.  What is a one-bedroom apartment? One-bedroom apartments, as its name implies, come with one separate bedroom, living room & kitchen. It is generally bigger than studio-type apartments. On average, one-bedroom apartment size is arou...

Interior Design Trends 2019

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Now that we are already in a new year, you might be thinking of giving a new look to your property. Whether you own a  real estate in Dubai  and you want to attract more buyers/tenants or you a looking for a property to move yourself, you must be aware of the latest interior design trends. These are some of the top interior design trends for 2019. More metals are going in Among the different 2019 design trends include adding more brass, copper, and gold in the equation. In 2018, rose gold has been the top pick, but in 2019, it would be replaced by a combination of metallic colours, which adds a warm look to any space. Combination of nature and living space Biophilia is a term used by designers to refer to the integration of natural objects to your living space. In 2019, you will see more natural, earthen, and organic materials making their way to homes and offices. If you are planning to  buy apartment in Dubai ,  you’ll get to observe this trend when y...

Dubai Properties Attract Chinese Investors

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Dubai has become one of the top investment destinations for Chinese investors since last several years. Over 200,000 Chinese expats are living in the United Arab Emirates (with over 80% based in Dubai) & around 4000 Chinese companies have presence here. There is no doubt that they are now among the top foreign investors in  Dubai properties . According to the Dubai Land Department (DLD), Chinese nationals invested around Dh 1.7 billion during the first three quarters of 2018, making them sixth highest nationality by investment. With more affordable units up for delivery this year, the investments are expected to grow. One driving factor into this development is the fact that in the recent years, UAE and China have fostered strong ties in terms of bilateral trade. In 2016 alone, trade between UAE and China reached a value of more than AED 176 billion. Moreover, UAE government has also announced to list Chinese as the third major language in more than 100 Dubai school...

The Real Estate Insider's Guide to Selling your House

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Are you planning to sell your house? If yes, wouldn’t it be great if you get tips and guidelines right from real estate companies?  There are many things that you need to consider before you put your house in the market as it is not very easy to sell any real estate in UAE especially when you want to ensure that you are getting the best deal possible. Let us share with you some of the best insiders’ tips and guidelines straight from real estate companies. Repair your Property If you have been living in your house for quite some time, you probably would have grown accustomed to living with minor damages in your property. Don’t think that it is no big deal. Remember, there are a lot of properties for sale in the UAE. If your client sees that the property you are selling was not properly maintained, they would most probably move on to the next property on their list. So, before you put your property up for sale, make sure you repair any damage to floors, storage...