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RERA Rental Index: How Dubai Rent Increases Are Calculated

October 30, 2026October 4, 2026 by Stephen Njenga
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The RERA Rental Index helps determine whether a landlord can increase rent in Dubai and by how much. This guide explains how the index works, how rent increases are calculated, the notice rules landlords must follow, and what tenants should know before renewing a tenancy contract.

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Renting in Dubai: Complete First-Timer’s Walkthrough

October 30, 2026October 3, 2026 by Stephen Njenga
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Renting in Dubai for the first time can feel overwhelming. This step-by-step guide explains how the rental process works, from finding the right property and making an offer to signing the tenancy contract, registering Ejari, setting up utilities, and understanding the fees involved.

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Ejari Registration; Dubai Tenancy Registration Step-by-Step

October 30, 2026September 26, 2026 by Stephen Njenga
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Ejari registration is required to officially register your tenancy contract in Dubai. This step-by-step guide covers the documents needed, registration process, fees, online options, renewal, and key tips for tenants and landlords.

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Dubai Mortgage Guide 2026 — Rates, Eligibility, Process

September 10, 2026 by Stephen Njenga
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A practical guide to Dubai mortgages in 2026, covering current rates, eligibility requirements, minimum deposits, required documents, fees, approval timelines and the step-by-step mortgage process for residents and non-residents.

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How to Buy Dubai Off Plan Property With Crypto

September 8, 2026 by Stephen Njenga
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Can you really buy Dubai Off Plan Property with cryptocurrency? This guide explains how crypto property purchases work in Dubai, which developers may accept digital assets, and the key legal, payment, and investment considerations buyers should understand.

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Paying Too Much in Service Charges Dubai? Check This First

September 5, 2026September 5, 2026 by Stephen Njenga
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Think your Dubai property’s service charges are too high? Before you pay, learn how to check whether your charges are reasonable, what affects the amount you pay, and the red flags that could signal you’re being overcharged.

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Cash vs Mortgage Dubai: Which Is Better for Expats?

September 4, 2026 by Stephen Njenga
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Cash vs mortgage in Dubai, compared honestly: costs, loan-to-value limits for expats, and which one actually fits your situation.

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NOC Dubai Certificate in Property Sales: Why and How

September 1, 2026August 30, 2026 by Stephen Njenga
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Learn what a NOC Dubai certificate is, why it is required when selling property in Dubai, who issues it, how to apply, and what sellers need to know about the process and costs.

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How to Buy Property in Dubai: 7 Steps to Title Deed

August 29, 2026 by Stephen Njenga
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Discover everything you need to know to buy property in Dubai as a foreigner, from freehold areas and eligibility requirements to costs, financing, taxes, and the step-by-step buying process.

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MBR City Off Plan Guide: Sobha Hartland and District One

August 27, 2026 by Stephen Njenga
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Explore MBR City’s off plan property market with a closer look at Sobha Hartland and District One, including key developments, investment potential, lifestyle appeal, prices, and what buyers should consider before investing.

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