Brief: Dubai Homebuyers Choose Affordability in 2017
Jumeirah Village Circle is Dubai’s most affordable villa community to buy (AED 758 per square foot), and one of the few that has...
Is 2018 The Year of Turnaround for Dubai Property Prices?
According to analysis in Propertyfinder Trends, property prices are ripe for a rebound. Oil may command $80 a barrel by year’s end, according to...
The Legacy of Expo 2020 Will Expand Well Beyond, Say Experts
An interesting panel discussion on Business Beyond 2020 has taken place at the 10th Annual GM Conference by Hozpitality Group. Mr. Laurent A. Voivenel,...
Navigating the Dynamics of Dubai’s Real Estate Market in 2024; Luxury...
Dubai's real estate market, a vibrant tapestry of innovation and luxury, has long been a cornerstone of its burgeoning economy. From the architectural marvels...
VAT Impact Will Attract Global Players To Dubai Real Estate Market
The introduction of Value Added Tax in the UAE from next month will provide major new incentives for institutional investors to enter the Dubai...
“Steady Off-plan Volumes” Doesn’t Mean Healthy Residential Market
Phidar Advisory Releases June & August Dubai Residential Property Note: Sentiment-fueled buoyancy fades, correction ahead
Today, Phidar Advisory released its Dubai residential research note with...
UAE’s Short Term Rental Market Poised For Immense Growth With New...
Virtual working visa and multiple entry visa expected to spur further growth in industry
The uptick in demand for short-term vacation rentals in the UAE...
Commercial Relocation Gains Traction in UAE; Economy Soars
The UAE Anticipates 4.3% Economic Surge in 2024, Holds Firm at 3.9% Growth for Current Year
The UAE is witnessing a surge in commercial relocations,...
The Hotel Show Commentary: “Tune Down Expectations”
Laurent A. Voivenel, Senior Vice President, Operations and Development for the Middle East, Africa and India, Swiss-Belhotel International, was among the top speakers today...
Attracting and Retaining Millennials in MEA Marketplace
Millennials are a valuable and influential generation with immense potential to enrich the business landscape.
As consumers, millennials are commanding the marketplace. They are telling...
‘Convergence and Synergies’ Between Hotels, Serviced Apartments and Airbnb
Laurent A. Voivenel, Senior Vice President Swiss-Belhotel International, spoke at HSMAI Middle East Conference in Dubai on ‘Convergence and Synergies’ between hotels, serviced apartments...
Why Emaar IPO Is Good for UAE Residents
Emaar Development is set to list a 20% stake on the Dubai exchange on November 22nd.
The move comes at an opportune time, with property...
HNWIs and UHNWIs Fuel UAE’s Strong Investment Activity
Dubai Financial Markets (DFM) attracts 72,583 new investors in H1 2024; 85% foreign.
Dubai’s population grew 1.43% from 2023; expected to surpass five million people...
What Facebook’s Privacy Pivot & Cryptocurrency Might Mean for Your Business
Facebook has had a pretty tough couple of years. Maybe not from a money-making point of view (revenue is continuing to rise, albeit at...
UAE Residency Permit System Explained
The UAE is known for its strict visa policies. Before 2019, the country offered only two types of residency visa options. Based on the...
The New Corporate Tax Structure in the UAE – Boon or...
The Ministry of Finance in the UAE has announced its new Corporate Tax structure which will come into effect starting June 2023, what impact...
Managers of the Future – Magic Happens when Technology Blends with...
Today's business managers and leaders are required to handle multiple responsibilities to effectively cater for an evolving market. These span across managing the fallout...
Moving to Dubai to Help Others Move West
A chat with a U.S. licensed lawyer on Investment Migration to the United States
Two passions drive Shai Zamanian: immigration and real estate. In 2012...