February 5, 2026

Rent or buy? First-time buyers push UAE property market towards ownership

ome ownership is no longer a distant dream for UAE residents, as more renters turn buyers amid long-term residency plans, supportive policies and rising incomes. New data from Property Finder shows sustained buyer intent across Abu Dhabi and Dubai, with platform activity in 2025 pointing to a growing commitment to home ownership rather than leasing. According to the platform’s bi-monthly consumer...

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