Page 7 of 9. Insights, guides, and market commentary on buying, selling, renting, and living in Dubai, from the Splendor Real Estate Brokerage team.
Buying & Investing
Tax-free ownership, the Golden Visa and 6% to 8% average ROI support Dubai's case for global investors, though H1 2026 transaction value was about 3% below 2025.
Buying & Investing
Tax-free income, trusted developers, job opportunities and strict regulation are among six reasons Indian buyers are choosing Dubai property.
Buying & Investing
The Golden Visa gives up to 10 years of renewable, self-sponsored residency with family sponsorship, and tracks for investors, founders and skilled professionals.
Future & Innovation
Dubai's 2040 plan sets out five walkable hubs in a 20-minute city, green corridors, more public beaches, and Hatta and Saih Al Salam showpiece projects.
Buying & Investing
Etihad Rail's Dubai service opened on 30 September 2026 and takes about 64 minutes to Abu Dhabi, from AED 39. Property near confirmed stations is up roughly 13%.
Lifestyle & Communities
Jebel Jais, Hatta Dam, Al Ain Oasis, Sir Bani Yas Island and Al Wathba Fossil Dunes are five green escapes, with hours and entry costs.
Legal & Finance
Fixed home loan rates in Dubai run from 3.75% to about 5%, and variable loans cost roughly 5% to 5.8% at today's EIBOR. The UAE base rate rose to 3.9% on 17 September 2026.
Legal & Finance
A DLD waiver means the developer pays your 4% Dubai Land Department fee, which is AED 80,000 on AED 2 million. It is a developer promotion, not a government exemption.
Legal & Finance
Dubai credit scores from the Al Etihad Credit Bureau run from 300 to 900. Above 700 helps with mortgage approval and rates, while below 600 limits financing.
Islamic mortgages in Dubai avoid interest through Murabaha, Ijara or Diminishing Musharaka structures. How eligibility works and how they compare with conventional loans.
Buying & Investing
Dubai prices rose 16% in the year to Q3 2024 and 10% in the year to Q3 2025, then turned. In 2026 they are about 3 to 4% below a year earlier.
Legal & Finance
A DEWA clearance certificate costs AED 10 and is valid for 30 days. It shows your utility bills are settled before you sell, move out or transfer a property.