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Apartment, Townhouse or Villa? Dubai Q4 2026 Buying Comparison
Seven Stones · Buying decisions · Research checked 24 October 2026 Choosing between an apartment, townhouse or villa in Dubai? A family apartment has the stronger recent price signal…
Read storyDubai ready-home sales rise 25.4% in Q3: what changes for resale?
Ready-home transactions rose 25.4% in Q3 while off-plan fell 9.3%. A practical comparison for Dubai resale owners and buyers.
Read storyDubai’s GDP falls 2.3%: what property sellers should check
Dubai’s H1 real GDP fell 2.3%. What the figures mean for asking prices, comparable sales and the cost of waiting.
Read storyUAE’s AED292.5 billion federal budget: what Dubai property investors should understand
The UAE has approved a new three-year federal budget. For Dubai property investors, understanding its scope and annual figures matters before drawing conclusions about demand or prices.
Read storyDubai ready homes lead weekly sales value: what buyers and sellers should know
Completed homes took a narrow lead in Dubai’s weekly sales value, while off-plan recorded more transactions. Here is how to interpret the difference before pricing or choosing a property.
Read storyDubai Property Tokenisation: What Do You Actually Own?
What a fractional property interest means, how Dubai’s controlled resale phase works, and which ownership documents, fees and exit conditions deserve a closer look.
Read storyDubai Off-Plan Mortgages: Can You Finance the Final 50%?
The September Dubai Holding–ADCB announcement changes financing access for three communities. See how it differs from Emaar’s arrangement and what the final 50% means on an AED 2 million…
Read storyDubai Property Prices by Community: What August 2026 Sales Show
Compare August price levels and monthly changes across Dubai Hills, Creek Harbour, Downtown and Marina, with sales counts and practical checks for your next property offer.
Read storyDubai Property Market 2027: What Happens When the New Supply Arrives?
New supply could change Dubai’s property market in 2027. Here is how to separate scheduled handovers from real competition, and what to check before buying.
Read storyDubai Off-Plan Escrow Accounts: Check Before You Pay
What is an off-plan escrow account in Dubai? Learn what to verify before sending a payment and why escrow does not guarantee a completion date or return.
Read storyDubai Developer Payment Plans: Read the Dates, Not Just the Split
Understand 60/40 and 80/20 payment plans, construction instalments and post-handover payments before comparing off-plan homes in Dubai.
Read storyThe Cost of Buying Property in Dubai: Beyond the Price
Budget for Dubai property registration, trustee fees, any agreed agency charges and mortgage costs. A short guide to the money needed beyond the price.
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