Dubai property news & investment insights.
Insights, guides, and market commentary on buying, selling, renting, and living in Dubai, from the Splendor Real Estate Brokerage team.
Splendor’s view of the market, every month.
Buying & Investing
Penthouses for Sale in Dubai: A Buyer's Guide to 2026 Prices
A Dubai penthouse is priced off the tower around it plus a top floor premium. Here are 2026 prices by area, the fees, the mortgage limits and the risks.
Buying & Investing
Etihad Rail Stations: The Full List, Map and How to Get to Each One
Four Etihad Rail passenger stations are open, including Al Yalayis in Dubai, and six more have confirmed dates between 30 November 2026 and 30 March 2027.
Buying & Investing
UAE Corporate Tax in 2026: 10 Key Rules Every Business Needs to Know
The UAE charges 9% corporate tax on profit above AED 375,000, a 15% minimum top-up tax applies to large multinationals, and Small Business Relief now runs to 2029.
Lifestyle & Communities
Best Christmas Winter Gardens in Dubai
Six Christmas markets and winter gardens in Dubai, from Madinat Jumeirah and Expo City to Habtoor City, with what to see at each.
Market Insights
Dubai Real Estate Trends: 7 Key Shifts Shaping the Market
Green luxury, expat-friendly visas, technology, new growth hubs and short-term rentals shape Dubai property, though 2026 prices are about 3 to 4% lower.
Lifestyle & Communities
Top 5 Luxury Hotels in Dubai Worth a Visit
Five Dubai hotels, from Atlantis The Royal to Banyan Tree, plus a note that Burj Al Arab is closed for restoration until its October 2027 reopening.
Lifestyle & Communities
Dubai Launches ‘Dubai Gaming Visa’ for Gamers, Influencers
The Dubai Gaming Visa offers long-term residency to gamers, influencers and content creators without tying them to a specific employer.
Market Insights
Gold vs. Real Estate: Key Market Trends and Expert Insights for Investors
Dubai rental yields have run at roughly 6 to 8% through 2026, while gold has swung sharply after early-year highs. How each asset behaves and how to split a portfolio.
Buying & Investing
Why Dubai is a Top Destination for High Earners
Dubai counts more than 81,200 millionaires, up 102% in a decade, and combines tax-free income, luxury housing and business openings that draw high earners.
Lifestyle & Communities
Dubai’s Multicultural Identity: Population, Cultures and Policy
Expatriates make up about 92% of Dubai's population, led by Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi and Filipino communities, and it shows in its neighbourhoods and workplaces.
Buying & Investing
Dubai Real Estate 2026: A Strong Start, Then Softer Prices
Dubai registered AED 419.9 billion of transactions in the first half of 2026, about 3% below 2025, and prices are 3 to 4% under a year ago.
Lifestyle & Communities
Cultural Attractions Around Imperial Avenue: Dubai Opera, Art Galleries and More
Imperial Avenue is close to Dubai Opera, the Dubai Fountain, Opera Gallery, Leila Heller Gallery, Dubai Canal and the Gold and Spice Souks.