Calculators
Data-driven research, investment strategy, and market commentary from our RERA-registered advisory team.
A precise breakdown of every tax Dubai does NOT charge on property investment — rental income, capital gains, and inheritance — and how this compares to the UK, USA, Australia, and India. Includes the real costs that do exist.
A data-driven comparison of Dubai investment returns by unit size — net yield, occupancy rates, capital appreciation, and liquidity across studios, one-bedrooms, two-bedrooms, and villas. Which unit type should you buy?
STR properties can generate 8–12% annual returns — or destroy your investment through operational costs, vacancy, and regulatory risk. Here's the exact financial model comparing STR vs LTR in Dubai's real market.
A frank investor-focused comparison of Dubai's four largest developers — track record, construction quality, resale liquidity, service charge management, and which developer delivers the best risk-adjusted investment returns.
The complete guide to obtaining UAE residency through Dubai property investment — minimum property values, ready vs off-plan eligibility, mortgage rules, joint ownership, application steps, and the real differences between the 2-year and 10-year visa.
Everything you need to do when your Dubai off-plan property reaches handover — from snagging and DLD title deed transfer to DEWA connections, Owners' Association registration, and your first rental listing. A step-by-step guide.
Most investors model the best case. The ones who actually build wealth also model the bad cases — and build in enough margin that the investment works even then. Here is the exact process to stress-test any Dubai property before you wire a dirham.
A data-driven breakdown of net rental yields, capital appreciation, and total returns across Dubai's top 10 investment zones — JVC, Business Bay, Dubai Marina, Downtown, Dubai Hills, Palm Jumeirah, Creek Harbour, DIFC, JBR, and Al Furjan.
Everything you need to know about calculating your Dubai home loan — monthly payment, full amortisation schedule, overpayment savings, and when refinancing makes financial sense.
A complete guide to the inputs, outputs, and methodology behind the most accurate Dubai property ROI calculator available — including how we calculate net yield, IRR, and cash-on-cash return.
The rent vs buy decision in Dubai is more nuanced than any other market. Zero property tax and strong rental yields pull towards buying — but DLD fees, mortgage costs, and rent increases complicate the picture. Here is the full model.
UAE banks use the Debt Burden Ratio (DBR) to cap your total monthly obligations at 50% of income. Here is exactly how to calculate your maximum property price, required down payment, and total cash needed.
Dubai landlords cannot increase rent by whatever they want. RERA Decree No. 43 of 2013 sets strict brackets based on how far below market your rent is. Here is exactly how the rules work — and how to check your number.
A data-driven comparison of net rental yields, tax burdens, and total returns across the world's three most popular investor cities. The numbers may surprise you.
Off-plan offers instant equity. Ready properties generate income from day one. We break down the full financial model of both — including what the brochures don't tell you.
AED 2M buys you a 10-year UAE residency. Here is exactly what qualifies, what it costs, and what it unlocks — from banking to schooling to business setup.
DLD, agent commission, NOC, mortgage registration, title deed, insurance. We break down every cost line — so your ROI model is accurate from day one.