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Latest revision as of 16:10, 8 September 2026
The costliest error is using the agent's recommended lawyer. The developer earns money on completion, which is a different interest than looking after your interests. Separate legal representation costs a fraction of what is at stake and remains the best protection.
Signing in a language you do not speak is nearly as costly. A certified translation is a small expense compared with the sum being committed. Assurances given by the agent mean nothing when the written text differs — the contract is what counts.
Purchasing off-plan on trust has ruined a great many buyers. Before any payment, examine what the company has already delivered, the construction licences, and how deposits are protected. Delays are normal even with reputable builders; unfinished projects are rarer but far worse.
Thinking only about the purchase is a subtler error. Every purchase will one day be sold, dubai marina property and the resale market determines the price. A unit that only appeals to foreign buyers takes longer to sell in a weak market.
Last of all, rental management downtown dubai many buyers fail to plan for the ongoing obligations. Local tax returns are often required even when the home sits empty, and missed deadlines generate fines that grow over time. Setting up a local tax adviser from the start avoids most of it.
