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Everything you need to know about Your Place and why we're trusted as one of Dubai's best real estate consultancies.

Your Place has grown from a boutique consultancy into one of the UAE's most respected real estate firms — built on honesty, expertise, and an unwavering commitment to our clients.

Direct access to the UAE's most exclusive off-plan launches — every project vetted for developer credibility and investment return.

Off-Plan Expertise

Honest, transparent advice over commission-driven sales. Our consultants invest time understanding your goals before making a single recommendation.

Client-First Always

A decade and a half of data across Dubai and Abu Dhabi — pricing insights, yield projections, and growth analysis shared openly.

Market Intelligence

Where contemporary living meets everyday ease.

Amenities

A Space Built

To Breathe

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Gardens

Every home is finished to the same exacting standard — choose the palette that fits your lifestyle.

Two Interior Schemes, One Standard of Craft

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Just 5% down, spread comfortably through to handover.

55/45 Payment Plan

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The Numbers Behind the Capital

Why Abu Dhabi?

Business Bay

Downtown Dubai

Dubai Hills

Dubai Marina

Emaar Beachfront

Palm Jumeirah

The Dubai Water Canal is a landmark 3.2 km engineering project that flows through Business Bay to the Arabian Gulf. The canal's promenade features jogging and cycling tracks, two stunning pedestrian bridges, a 500m waterfall bridge, and waterfront restaurants.

Dubai Water Canal

Business Bay sits directly adjacent to Downtown Dubai, giving residents walking and cycling access to the Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall, and the Dubai Fountain — making it one of the most connected addresses in the city.

Downtown Proximity

Business Bay is consistently ranked among Dubai's top rental yield communities. Strong corporate demand from the adjacent DIFC and the wider CBD ensures high occupancy rates and steady income for buy-to-let investors, with yields averaging 8–9% per annum.

Rental Investment

Life in Business Bay blends the energy of a cosmopolitan business hub with the pleasures of canal-side living. The Dubai Water Canal — a 3.2 km artificial waterway connecting Business Bay to the Arabian Gulf — serves as the beating heart of the community, with a scenic waterfront promenade, cycling tracks, and an array of waterfront dining options.

The Lifestyle

Standing at 828 metres, the Burj Khalifa is the world's tallest building and a feat of engineering. The tower offers luxury residences, premium offices, and the iconic At The Top observation decks.

Burj Khalifa

The world's largest shopping centre by total area. Home to over 1,200 retail outlets, a 250-metre indoor waterfall, the Dubai Aquarium, an Olympic-sized ice rink, and some of the city's finest restaurants.

The Dubai Mall

The world's largest choreographed fountain system set on the 30-acre Burj Khalifa Lake. The fountain shoots water up to 150 metres into the air, accompanied by a rotating playlist of classical and contemporary music.

Dubai Fountain

Downtown Dubai is a highly coveted destination, particularly for young professionals, families, and even celebrities due to its central location, thriving community, and lively lifestyle. Residents and tourists are spoilt with a wide array of fascinating attractions — from fine dining restaurants to a boulevard of high-end retail outlets.

An 18-hole par-72 championship golf course designed by the world-renowned European Golf Design. With stunning views of the Dubai skyline, it offers a premium golfing experience for residents and visitors.

Championship Golf Course

A landmark retail and leisure destination spanning 650,000 sqft. Home to over 650 stores, a Snow Park, Magic Planet, a 25-screen cinema, and an international food court that caters to every palate.

Dubai Hills Mall

Dubai Hills Park covers over 180,000 sqft of landscaped greenery including an amphitheatre, open-air gym, splash pad for children, and curated gardens — offering residents an unparalleled outdoor lifestyle.

Green Heart of Dubai

Life at Dubai Hills Estate revolves around outdoor leisure, community wellness, and premium amenities. The estate features an 18-hole championship golf course, more than 1,450,000 sqft of parks and open spaces, cycling and jogging tracks, and a 650,000 sqft retail destination — Dubai Hills Mall.

One of Dubai's most beloved outdoor promenades, The Walk at JBR is a 1.7 km stretch of beach-facing retail, casual dining, and entertainment. It's a perpetual buzz of activity and connects seamlessly with the Dubai Marina community.

The Walk at JBR

Dubai Marina is home to one of the Middle East's most prestigious yacht clubs. Residents can dock private yachts or charter sunset cruises directly from the marina, an experience unique to this world-class waterfront community.

Luxury Yacht Access

Situated at the heart of the community, Marina Mall offers a superb retail experience with over 140 brand stores, a 10-screen cinema, a stunning rooftop food court with marina views, and direct access to the marina and promenade.

Marina Mall

The Marina Walk promenade stretches 7 km around the marina and is lined with restaurants, cafes, boutiques, and entertainment venues. It's the social heart of the community — a place to jog, dine al fresco, watch the sunset over the water, or simply take in the spectacular views of the marina and beyond.

Exclusively reserved for residents, the 1.5 km pristine sandy beach is the defining feature of Emaar Beachfront. With cabanas, water sports, and shaded lounging areas, it sets a new standard for waterfront urban living in Dubai.

Private Beach Access

Adjacent to Emaar Beachfront, Dubai Harbour is set to be the city's next mega-destination. Home to the largest marina in the Middle East, two cruise terminals, and a towering Dubai Lighthouse, it will redefine Dubai's maritime identity.

Dubai Harbour

Strategically located between Palm Jumeirah and Dubai Marina, Emaar Beachfront offers unrivalled access to Sheikh Zayed Road, JBR Walk, The Walk at JBR, and two upcoming metro stations — keeping residents connected to all of Dubai.

Prime Connectivity

Emaar Beachfront is tailor-made for lovers of sun, sea, and sand. Residents enjoy exclusive access to a 1.5 km private sandy beach, a waterfront promenade, beach clubs, and a growing selection of dining and retail. All set against the backdrop of the iconic Dubai skyline and the blue waters of the Arabian Gulf.

Every villa on Palm Jumeirah's fronds enjoys direct beach access and breathtaking views of the Arabian Gulf. Many residences feature private pools, beach cabanas, and boat docks — a lifestyle simply unmatched anywhere in the world.

Private Beach Living

One of the world's most recognisable resort icons, Atlantis offers water park access, some of Dubai's finest restaurants, a world-class spa, and the recently opened Atlantis The Royal — the most ultra-luxury hotel in the UAE.

Atlantis, The Palm

A stunning waterfront dining and entertainment destination at the tip of the Palm. With views of the Atlantis hotel and the iconic Dubai skyline, The Pointe offers over 100 restaurants, cafes, and retail outlets.

The Pointe

Life on Palm Jumeirah is defined by exclusivity, privacy, and unrivalled luxury. Residents enjoy direct beach access, private pools, stunning sea views, and access to a curated collection of world-class restaurants, beach clubs, and wellness facilities. The island is home to over 60 hotels and residences, each offering its own unique brand of luxury.

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Dubai offers one of the world's most investor-friendly environments — combining zero taxation, full foreign ownership, and a globally connected lifestyle.

Why Invest in Dubai?

Betterhomes

Founded in 1986, Betterhomes is widely considered Dubai's oldest real estate agency, with a broad portfolio spanning sales, leasing and property management.

Allsopp & Allsopp

Founded in 2008 by Lewis and James Allsopp, now one of Dubai's most recognised residential brokerages, with a strong focus on sales and property management.

Espace Real Estate

Active in the Dubai market since 2009, known for a boutique approach to residential sales and leasing across the city's established communities.

fäm Properties

One of Dubai's largest brokerages by transaction volume, known for a technology-driven, data-led approach to buying, selling and renting.

haus & haus

A Dubai-based agency known for design-conscious marketing, focused on the secondary sales and rental market across popular residential communities.

Driven Properties

Founded in 2012, an award-winning brokerage and the exclusive UAE member of the Forbes Global Properties network, with a strong presence in luxury sales.

Your Place Real Estate

Founded in 2008, a RERA-registered, full-service consultancy managing 400+ properties for 150+ landlords, alongside sales, leasing, off-plan advisory, mortgage assistance and legal support across Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

Independent brokers who represent buyers, sellers, landlords and tenants — not tied to a single developer's stock.

Established Real Estate Agencies & Brokerages in Dubai

Every legitimate broker and brokerage must be RERA-registered — check the company's trade licence and the individual agent's broker card via the Dubai REST app before proceeding.

Longevity isn't everything, but a company that's operated through multiple market cycles has a track record you can actually check against.

Some agencies only handle sales. Others — like full-service consultancies — also cover leasing, property management, mortgage advisory and legal conveyancing, which matters if you want one point of contact.

On off-plan, it's usually the developer. On resale and rentals, confirm the commission and who pays it before you view a single property.

Google and Trustpilot reviews, not just testimonials on the company's own site, give a more honest read on how a company actually handles problems.

How to Choose the Right Real Estate Company

Whatever you're comparing developers or agencies, off-plan or resale, our team can walk you through the options with no obligation.

Ready to talk to a RERA-registered team?

Emaar Properties

Dubai's most recognised developer, behind Downtown Dubai, Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall, with an active pipeline of new communities across the city.

DAMAC Properties

A major player in luxury residential development, with premium towers and branded residences across Dubai and the wider Gulf.

Sobha Realty

Known for in-house construction and finishing quality, and for master communities including Sobha Hartland.

Nakheel

The developer behind Palm Jumeirah and Jumeirah Islands, with an ongoing pipeline of large-scale waterfront communities.

Meraas

Behind City Walk, Bluewaters Island and Jumeirah Bay Island — known for lifestyle-led, mixed-use destinations.

Ellington Properties

A design-focused developer specialising in boutique residential buildings with an emphasis on architecture and art.

A handful of the developers most active in the Dubai market — this isn't exhaustive, but covers the names buyers ask about most.

Major Property Developers in Dubai

A developer owns the land, funds and builds the project, and sells units — usually off-plan — directly or through appointed agents. An agency or brokerage never owns the property; it's hired (and usually paid on commission) to find, negotiate and manage transactions on a client's behalf, across any developer's stock and the secondary market. Most buyers end up needing both: a developer to build the home, and an agent to help them choose which one, negotiate the deal, and handle the paperwork.

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Paid to the Dubai Land Department on every ownership transfer, split by agreement between buyer and seller (buyer pays it in most transactions).

The standard brokerage commission on the purchase price, typically paid by the buyer.

A fixed administrative charge for issuing the title deed, plus a small knowledge/innovation fee.

If financing the purchase, DLD charges 0.25% of the loan amount to register the mortgage, plus a bank arrangement fee.

Budget for these on top of the purchase price — together they typically add up to 6–8% of the property value.

Buying Costs in Dubai

Tell us your budget, goals and preferred areas — our RERA-registered team will shortlist properties and guide you through every step above.

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Common Questions About Buying Property in Dubai

Yes. UAE banks lend to non-resident foreign buyers, though loan-to-value ratios are more conservative than for residents — typically up to 50% of the property value for non-residents, versus up to 80% for UAE residents on their first property, though this varies by bank and property price.

Non-resident applicants generally need to show proof of income, bank statements, and sometimes a higher minimum property value to qualify. Our team can introduce you to mortgage advisors who work specifically with international buyers.

Can Non-Residents Get a Mortgage in Dubai?

Off-Plan vs Ready Properties in Dubai

Decide whether you're buying to live in, to rent out, or purely for capital appreciation — this shapes which areas and property types make sense, and whether off-plan or ready property suits you better.

Define your budget and goal

Foreign nationals can only buy freehold (full ownership) in designated freehold zones — these include Downtown Dubai, Dubai Marina, Business Bay, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Hills Estate, JVC, Dubai Creek Harbour, and dozens more. Outside these zones, only UAE and GCC nationals can own property directly.

Choose a freehold area

Only brokers registered with Dubai's Real Estate Regulatory Agency (RERA) are legally permitted to arrange property transactions. A registered agent will hold a valid broker card and can verify a listing's ownership and any mortgage or dispute against it via the DLD.

Work with a RERA-registered broker

Once you agree a price, both parties sign a Memorandum of Understanding — the DLD's standard Form F — and the buyer typically pays a 10% deposit held with the agent or a trustee.

Sign the MOU (Form F) and pay the deposit

For a resale property, the seller applies to the original developer for an NOC confirming there are no outstanding service charges or dues — this is required before DLD will register the transfer.

Obtain the developer's No Objection Certificate

Buyer and seller (or their representatives) attend a DLD-registered Trustee office together, where the transfer fee is paid and a new title deed is issued in the buyer's name, usually the same day.

Transfer ownership at a DLD Trustee office

Once the transfer completes, the new title deed is issued electronically via the Dubai REST app or in physical form. This is your legal proof of ownership.

Register your title deed

Buying Property in Dubai, Step by Step

Investing AED 2,000,000 or more in UAE property (including off-plan, subject to conditions) can qualify you for a 10-Year Golden Visa, granting long-term UAE residency for you and your immediate family without needing a local sponsor. Investments below this threshold may still qualify for shorter-term investor visas.

Property Investment and UAE Residency

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Founder & CEO, Your Place Real Estate

Every transaction is backed by RERA registration and a physical, verifiable presence in Dubai — not just an online listing service.

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Whether you're buying your first home, growing an investment portfolio, or need a dedicated property manager, Your Place offers end-to-end services under one roof.

One Team, Every Real Estate Need

Since 2008, Your Place has guided thousands of buyers, sellers, tenants, and investors through the Dubai property market with RERA-registered professionalism.

16+ Years of Trusted Expertise

From off-plan launches to luxury villas and high-yield rentals, our portfolio spans every major community across Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

15,000+ Properties Handled

Our multilingual team of 50+ consultants has helped international investors from across the globe secure the right property with confidence.

80+ Nationalities Served

A proven track record of closed sales, leases, and off-plan investments backed by data-driven market insight and negotiation expertise.

AED 500M+ in Transactions

Buying, selling, leasing, property management, mortgage advisory, valuation, and legal conveyancing — all under one roof.

Full-Service Consultancy

Our property management division oversees 490,000+ sq.ft of real estate with a 98% occupancy rate for our landlords.

300+ Landlords Trust Our Management

Why Your Place Is Dubai's No. 1 Real Estate Consultancy

A Market Built for International Investors

Market Updates & Guides

Dubai Real Estate Market Update: H1 2026 Performance

Off-Plan vs Ready Properties in Dubai: Which Should You Choose?

Why Dubai Continues to Attract Global Property Investors

Real estate guides, market insights, and company news from Dubai's trusted property consultancy.

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Dubai has become the world's top city for branded residences — homes developed in partnership with hospitality or luxury brands — with dozens of completed projects and dozens more in the pipeline. Branded homes in Dubai now command a substantial average price premium over unbranded equivalents, a trend that's shaping where new luxury supply is being built.

Dubai Leads the World in Branded Residences

Market-wide averages only tell part of the story — talk to our team for pricing and demand specific to the community or project you're considering.

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Common Questions About the Dubai Market in 2026

Dubai's ultra-prime segment had a standout first half, with 296 recorded sales above $10 million bringing in roughly $5.1 billion — a 16% increase in deal count year-on-year. The single largest transaction of the half was a branded residence sale exceeding AED 400 million, underscoring continued demand from ultra-high-net-worth buyers at the very top of the market.

The Luxury Market Keeps Climbing

With roughly 7 in 10 transactions off-plan, payment plans continue to be the primary way most buyers are entering the market.

Steadier price growth means less pressure to rush a decision purely to beat next month's price — there's more room to compare projects properly.

If you're in the ultra-prime bracket, demand and pricing at the top of the market remain strong, particularly for branded residences.

What This Means If You're Buying in 2026

Average home values rose roughly 9% across H1 2026, a strong number, but a clear step down from the 12–22% annual gains seen in 2024–2025. Analysts now expect full-year price growth to settle into a steadier 5–8% range. A market that cools from a sprint to a sustainable pace, without prices falling, is generally the healthier outcome for buyers who plan to hold for the medium to long term rather than flip quickly.

Price Growth Is Moderating — And That's a Good Sign

Dubai opened 2026 with its highest-value sales month on record, and the momentum carried through the first half of the year. Off-plan sales continued to make up the majority of transaction volume, reflecting sustained confidence in developers' payment plans and delivery track records, alongside steady activity in the ready-property resale market.

A Record Start to the Year

Tell us your budget and goals — we'll match you with off-plan launches or ready listings that actually fit, not just whatever's available.

Not sure which is right for you?

Common Questions About Off-Plan vs Ready Property

Off-plan means purchasing a unit before it's built, or while construction is underway, directly from the developer. Dubai law requires developer payments to be held in an RERA-regulated escrow account, released to the developer only as construction milestones are verified — a key protection for buyers.

Buying Directly From the Developer

Developers structure payment plans differently, but most Dubai off-plan launches now follow one of these patterns:

How Off-Plan Payment Plans Typically Work

Ready property means the building is complete and either currently occupied or vacant and available immediately. You inspect the actual unit, agree a price with the current owner (via a broker), and complete via the DLD transfer process.

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