Real Estate

How Abu Dhabi property purchases actually work — why the freehold zone lists conflict, what Law 13 of 2019 allows, escrow rules and the confirmed fees.

Inside Aldar Properties — its 2004 founding, the Sorouh and TDIC deals, the Mubadala stake, and the two-business model behind Abu Dhabi’s skyline.

How off-plan registration works in Dubai: the Interim Property Register, the escrow rules protecting your money, and what to check before you sign.

Dubai rent rules explained: the five Decree 43 increase slabs, the 90-day and 12-month notice requirements, the RDC filing fees, and one myth that is simply wrong.

Abu Dhabi cut its rent increase cap from 5% to 0% in June 2026. What the freeze covers, how Tawtheeq enforces it, and where tenants and landlords stand now.

How Tawtheeq works in Abu Dhabi: who registers the lease, the fees, the 5% municipality charge, notice periods and where rent disputes are actually heard.

Renting in Bahrain 2026: tenancy contracts, deposits, agent fees, EWA setup and typical rent ranges in Juffair, Amwaj and Saar for expats.

Renting a home in Oman 2026: tenancy contracts, Muscat municipality registration, deposits, agent fees and typical rent ranges by area.

Renting an apartment in Kuwait City 2026: the best expat areas, monthly rent ranges in KD, deposit and agent fees, contracts and what utilities are included.

Renting an apartment in Qatar 2026: lease terms, the two-month deposit cap, agent fees, Doha and Lusail rent ranges and registering your lease for family visas.

Renting in Saudi Arabia 2026: Ejar registered contracts, deposits, 2.5% agent commission, tenant rights and typical rents in Riyadh and Jeddah explained.

How to register Ejari in Dubai in 2026, the RERA rent increase caps landlords must follow, deposit rules and how to file a case at the Rental Dispute Centre.