A User’s Guide to Selling Real Estate

Property Evaluation & Pricing
Choosing a trustworthy and experienced broker is crucial for a seamless property transaction. Ensure your broker is RERA-certified, has a strong market reputation, and prioritizes your investment goals.

Preparing Your Property for Sale
Dubai offers attractive rental yields, often ranging between 6-9% annually, depending on the property type and location. Capital appreciation and tax-free returns make it a lucrative market.

Marketing & Promotion
Yes! Foreigners can own freehold properties in designated areas such as Dubai Marina, Downtown Dubai, Palm Jumeirah, and Business Bay, with full ownership rights.

Managing Property Viewings
The process typically takes 2-6 weeks, depending on whether you’re buying a ready or off-plan property and whether financing is involved.

Negotiation & Offer Handling
Amenities vary by location but often include luxury swimming pools, gyms, landscaped gardens, retail outlets, waterfront views, and easy access to transport hubs.

Legal & Documentation Process
For ready properties, the title deed is issued within days after completing payments and registering with the Dubai Land Department (DLD). For off-plan projects, ownership is recorded in Oqood (Interim Registration System) until handover.

Closing the Deal
Additional costs may include:
✔️ DLD Fees – 4% of property value
✔️ Agency Commission – Typically 2%
✔️ Service Charges – Based on property size & facilities
✔️ Mortgage Processing Fees (if applicable)
✔️ DLD Fees – 4% of property value
✔️ Agency Commission – Typically 2%
✔️ Service Charges – Based on property size & facilities
✔️ Mortgage Processing Fees (if applicable)