Metrika Real Estate

Guides

Dubai property, explained on the numbers.

Plain-English guides to buying in Dubai — the process, the costs and the areas — each grounded in real Dubai Land Department data rather than sales talk.

Buying8 min read

How to Buy Off-Plan Property in Dubai: A 2026 Step-by-Step Guide

Buying off-plan in Dubai can be the cheapest way into a rising market — or an expensive mistake. Here is the full process, the real costs, and how to de-risk it with data.

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Buying6 min read

Dubai Off-Plan Payment Plans Explained (2026)

A payment plan is the real price of an off-plan home. Here is how the common structures work, and how to compare them without getting dazzled by a low deposit.

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Districts7 min read

Best Areas to Buy Property in Dubai (2026), by the Numbers

Every agent has a favourite area. This one is ranked on what actually transacts — live Dubai Land Department data by district, updated continuously.

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Buying8 min read

Can Foreigners Buy Property in Dubai? The Complete 2026 Guide

Foreign nationals can own property outright in Dubai — no residency required. Here is exactly how it works, what it costs, and the visas it can unlock.

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Buying6 min read

Off-Plan vs Ready Property in Dubai: Which Should You Buy?

Off-plan is cheaper and paid in instalments but takes time and carries construction risk. Ready costs more up front but earns from day one. Here is how to choose.

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Investing6 min read

Dubai Property Rental Yields & ROI: How to Read the Numbers

Rental yield is the number agents quote and buyers misread. Here is how gross and net yield actually work in Dubai — and how to pressure-test the return before you buy.

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Residency6 min read

The Dubai Golden Visa Through Property: 2026 Guide

Buy the right value of property and Dubai gives you a 10-year renewable residency — for you and your family. Here is how the property route to the Golden Visa works.

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Buying6 min read

The True Cost of Buying Property in Dubai (2026): Every Fee

The sticker price is never the real price. Here is every fee that lands on a Dubai property purchase — one-off and ongoing — so your budget holds up.

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Market6 min read

Dubai Property Prices in 2026: What the Data Actually Shows

Forget the headlines. Here is what Dubai property prices actually look like in 2026, read straight off Dubai Land Department transaction data — and how to use it.

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Selling6 min read

How to Sell Property in Dubai: A 2026 Seller’s Guide

Selling in Dubai is faster than most owners expect — if you price on data and know the transfer process. Here is how it works, end to end.

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Financing6 min read

A Buyer’s Guide to Mortgages in Dubai (2026)

A mortgage decides how much home you can actually buy. Here is how Dubai financing works — the deposit you need, the fees, and how to get pre-approved.

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Buying5 min read

Off-Plan Handover in Dubai: Snagging & What to Expect

Handover is where an off-plan purchase becomes a real home — and where a good snagging inspection saves you money. Here is what to expect, step by step.

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Owning5 min read

Service Charges in Dubai Explained: The Cost That Eats Your Yield

Service charges are the running cost buyers most often overlook — and the one that quietly eats rental yield. Here is how they work and how to check them.

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