Dubai’s VARA alerts public about fake participants in real estate tokenization initiative

Dubai's regulatory body seeks to fortify marketing compliance in burgeoning digital asset ventures. The Dubai Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) has released a public advisory, cautioning against unauthorized groups falsely associating themselves with the Dubai Land Department’s (DLD) Real Estate Tokenization Project. In an official update dated April 23, VARA underlined that the initiative,...

Dubai real estate residential sales up 22.4%, commercial deals rise 18.2% in Q1 2025

Dubai's Real Estate Market Sees Significant Growth in Q1 2025 Dubai's real estate sector experienced notable growth in the first quarter of 2025, with residential property sales increasing by 22.4% year-on-year and the total value of these sales rising by 29.6%, according to a recent report by Engel & Völkers Middle East. Commercial real estate also saw an 18.2% increase in sales, with a 29.5% uptick...

GCC real estate hits $78.2bn in Q1; Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and Ajman fastest growing markets

GCC real estate sector led by Dubai, but other UAE cities see fastest growth GCC Real Estate Transactions Hit $78.2bn in Q1 2025, Led by Dubai’s Dominance Property deals across the GCC reached a total value of $78.2 billion during the first quarter of 2025, reflecting an estimated growth between 20.5% and 22.3%, according to recent figures from Sakan. Dubai maintained its position as the region’s...

Dubai AI Week: Huspy launches region’s ‘first AI-powered mortgage chatbot’

Dubai Startup Huspy Introduces GCC's First AI Mortgage Chatbot via WhatsApp Amid Rising Pakistani Demand for Dubai Real Estate Dubai-based proptech company Huspy has introduced what is being described as the GCC’s first AI-powered mortgage assistant via WhatsApp, a launch unveiled during Dubai AI Week 2025. This innovation comes at a time when interest from Pakistani investors in Dubai’s property...

Dubai property is booming: What every investor should know

While apartments remained a significant segment, the villa market emerged as a standout performer. Dubai Real Estate Shows Robust Growth in Q1 2025 Dubai’s property sector continues its upward trajectory, showcasing strong growth and resilience during the first quarter of 2025. As per the Q1 market update from Betterhomes, the total number of property sales jumped by 23% compared to the same period last...

Amwaj International acquires 18% stake in Cledor

This investment is a key part of Amwaj’s strategy to expand into one of the world’s most vibrant real estate markets. Amwaj International Secures 18% Stake in Cledor, Strengthens Presence in UAE Real Estate Amwaj International has officially acquired an 18% share in Cledor, a Dubai-based property development firm founded by seasoned industry expert Omar Gull. This strategic move signals Amwaj’s...

Betterhomes – Record-Breaking Start to 2025 for Dubai Real Estate: Transactions Surge 23% in Q1

Dubai Property Market Surges in Q1 2025 as Off-Plan Sales Dominate and Premium Districts Lead Price Growth DUBAI, UAE, April 23, 2025 – Dubai’s real estate sector witnessed remarkable growth during the first quarter of 2025, with transaction volumes and values reaching record levels, according to the newly released Q1 2025 Residential Market Report by Betterhomes. Residential transactions climbed by...

Dubai real estate: Swank Development reveals Meydan villa community with homes from $2.5m

Swank Development launches Selora Residences in Mohammed Bin Rashid City, Meydan, Dubai. Dubai Welcomes New Luxury Villa Community with Homes Starting at AED9.1 Million A newly announced upscale villa project in Dubai will introduce exclusive standalone residences priced from AED9.1 million ($2.5 million). European-based real estate firm Swank Development has officially launched its much-anticipated...

Super rich drive Middle East luxury real estate boom 

New arrivals drawn by the country’s fiscal policies, luxurious lifestyle, and visionary governance UAE Leads Wealth Boom as Surge in HNWIs Transforms Middle East Luxury Market The Middle East is currently witnessing a historic rise in high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) and ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNWIs), with the UAE standing out as a global hotspot for affluent investors. As outlined in the...

Abu Dhabi real estate transactions surge 34.5 percent to $6.89 billion in Q1 2025

Abu Dhabi attracted 384 FDI transactions valued at AED1.582 billion from investors from 68 nationalities. Abu Dhabi Property Sector Surges with AED25.3 Billion in Q1 2025 Transactions The Abu Dhabi Real Estate Center has unveiled an impressive 34.5% growth in transaction value during the first quarter of 2025, reaching AED25.3 billion ($6.89 billion) across 6,896 property deals. This marks a substantial...

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