March 2025

How much do you need to save to buy a $1m property

How Much Should Dubai Property Buyers Save Before Purchasing a $1 Million Home? In Dubai’s real estate market, buyers often wonder how much they need to save before committing to a million-dollar property. Financial experts suggest that aside from the initial down payment, buyers should set aside AED1.25-1.6 million ($340,000-$435,000) before making a purchase. According to Mike Coady, a...

Dubai’s Binghatti sees credit rating boost as revenue set to triple in 2025

Fitch has also given Binghatti a ‘stable outlook,’ reflecting confidence in the company’s continued financial discipline and market leadership. Dubai’s leading developer, Binghatti Holding, announced that Fitch Ratings has upgraded its Long-Term Issuer Default Rating (IDR) and senior unsecured debt from ‘B+’ to ‘BB-’. The upgrade is attributed to Binghatti’s strengthened financial...

Dubai property market sees new micro-dynamics come into play

It seems that UAE property buyers are finally gaining more leverage over sellers than they have in years. Recent data shows that prices have started to decline, indicating a market where developers and sellers are becoming more willing to adjust their pricing. Previously, generous commissions offered by developers were not enough to prevent a downturn in certain indices, particularly those dominated by...

Dubai announces new planning rules to allow home extensions and add living space

Dubai Municipality has introduced updated planning regulations allowing home extensions and additional living space within residential properties. As part of the UAE’s “Year of Community,” announced by President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the municipality launched the “Home First” initiative to enhance housing facilities for Emirati families. This initiative introduces a series of...

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