Dubai Property Podcast
by Dubai Property Podcast
Dubai Property Podcast provides you valuable information about the real estate market in Dubai. Including property investment, property management, market trends, and legal requirements. Comprehensive information if you are looking to buy or sell property in Dubai, as well as for real estate agents and investors.
Episodes
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Dubai Property Under AED 500,000: Where Can You Buy?
With a budget of AED 500,000, which areas of Dubai offer realistic property buying options? Craig Newland and Mario Volpi break down locations to consider at this price point, including one area where planned infrastructure changes could influence future property values and potential capital...
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Buying Dubai Property Remotely: 4 Scams Overseas Investors Need to Know
Craig is back talking with Mario about why buying Dubai property from overseas can be convenient, but it carries risks if buyers fail to verify who they are dealing with. We examine four reported scam methods, including fake brokers, AI-forged documents, fraudulent financing offers and fake…
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Dubai Property Handover: Why Some Developers Are Finishing Months Early
Craig is back with another look at Dubai real estate, and is joined by Mario to discuss why some Dubai developers are handing over properties ahead of schedule, including one JVC project completed nine months early. For investors, an earlier handover could mean rental income sooner; for…
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Abu Dhabi Property for First-Time Buyers: What Can AED 800,000 Buy?
Craig is back with a listener in London who is considering buying his first property in Abu Dhabi after friends suggested it offers better value than Dubai. With a budget of around AED 800,000, we explore potential areas for a 28-year-old first-time buyer and discuss Dubai developers releasing...
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Dubai Real Estate Market Analysis: International City Price Per Square Foot Data
Craig is back talking about the latest Dubai and UAE real estate news and trends with Mario Volpi. Understanding the actual data is critical when evaluating affordable Dubai property. The latest market indices reveal International City apartments have an average asking price of AED 1,054 per…
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Dubai Property Market Q3 2026: AED 72.6 Billion in Sales Despite a Sharp Slowdown
Craig is back talking about the latest population figures with Mario. Also Dubai recorded AED 72.6 billion in residential property sales during Q3 2026, across approximately 34,000 transactions. Compared with the same quarter last year, sales values fell 47% and transaction volumes dropped 38%....
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Dubai Property Market: Why Are Buyers Purchasing Despite Expecting Prices to Fall?
Craig is joined by Lillian and Mario to discuss real estate across the UAE. More than half of prospective Dubai property buyers still expect prices to fall, yet buying intent increased from 68% in July to 71% in August. A Property Finder survey of 4,113 active property seekers suggests buyers are...
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Is Your Money Safe? What Happens If a Dubai Developer Fails Mid-Construction
Craig is back with the weekend panel. He is joined by Lillian and Mario to discuss why Dubai off-plan property buyers receive significant protection through project escrow accounts, but it is not a guaranteed money-back insurance policy. If a developer fails, RERA and the DLD investigate to…
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Dubai Property Market After the Iran War: What Has Changed?
We are back with Craig, Dana Lewis and Mario Volpi talking about why Dubai’s property market had to operate through an unusual period of regional uncertainty rather than a normal price correction. We look at the lessons from that period, whether the market has become more resilient, and whether...
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UAE Property Market 2026: Where Is Dubai Real Estate Heading Now?
Craig is back for the Saturday’s property show, Dana Lewis joins Mario Volpi to examine where the UAE property market stands after everything 2026 has brought. They discuss investor confidence, signs of market stability, the outlook for transactions before year-end, and the growing wave of...
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UAE Property Market 2026: What Is Happening in Dubai Real Estate Right Now?
Dubai’s property market is entering a more measured phase, with new developments, major infrastructure investment and significant volumes of completed projects shaping the next stage of growth. Craig and Mario Volpi examine the latest UAE real estate news, what the numbers are showing and where...
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A Listener Asks: Should They Sell Their Dubai Property Before Handover?
Craig is back with Das joining us an ex banker to talk about where we are headed in this global financial market. We also get another one of your emails from a Dubai property buyer purchased a two-bedroom apartment at Terra Gardens, Expo City, for AED2.237 million and has paid 20%. With concerns...
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Dubai Townhouses Under AED 2.5M: 5 Communities Buyers Should Consider
Craig is back breaking down with Mario community options for another listener email. What can you buy in Dubai with a AED 2–2.5 million budget? We look at five townhouse communities offering options across different locations and development stages. From 3-bedroom homes in Town Square and Emaar...
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Mira Coral Bay: Why Investors Are Watching Ras Al Khaimah Property
Craig is back with Mario talking about the latest Dubai property news including Mira Coral Bay is more than a branded residence project. The Al Mairid waterfront development combines apartments, villas, hotels, beach clubs, restaurants and a yacht club. With international luxury brands and a…
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Moving to Dubai: 5 Critical Questions People Are Asking Before Relocating
Craig is back with Mario talking about the latest UAE and Dubai property news. Including people who are considering a move to Dubai are asking more than whether the city offers opportunity. They want to know about safety, stability, lifestyle costs, savings, and what happens if Dubai isn't right...
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Dubai Property Market: 5 Critical Questions Buyers Are Asking in 2026
Craig is back with Mario Volpi with more of your emails. Dubai property buyers are becoming more slower in their decision making, asking are prices near the top? Is incoming supply a concern? What happens when it’s time to sell? And what is the real rental return after service charges, financing,...
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Dubai Property Supply: 75% of Homes Under Construction Are Already Sold
Craig is back talking about the latest Dubai real estate news with Mario, including Dubai has 564,000 homes under construction, but around 426,000 have already been sold, representing a 75.5% absorption rate. With almost 83% of homes scheduled for completion in 2026 already sold, the supply story...
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Sharjah vs RAK Property: Which UAE Market Offers Investors More Opportunity?
Craig is back with Mario talking about the Dubai current property market. Investors are increasingly comparing Sharjah and Ras Al Khaimah as UAE property markets evolve. Sharjah continues to provide an affordability alternative for Dubai’s workforce, with transactions surging 61.8% this year....
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Dubai Industrial Property: Are Warehouses Becoming a Better Investment Than Apartments?
Craig is joined by Aadesh and Mario to talk about the latest Dubai real estate stories, including Dubai’s industrial property market is attracting growing attention, with JLL reporting 12.8% year-on-year rental growth in Q1. Strong occupier demand and constrained supply are supporting the sector....
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Dubai Property Buyers: Are Your Details Being Shared With Other Agents?
Craig is back with Aadesh and Mario to talk about one listener who raises concerns after being contacted by multiple Dubai property agents he never approached. We discuss how buyer enquiries can circulate, what investors should be asking about their personal information, and why buying property...
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Dubai Property Buyers Are Waiting: When Is the Right Time to Move?
Craig is back with Mario to discuss another listener email from London highlighting the dilemma facing many potential Dubai buyers. Mel and Darren are continuing to save while waiting for greater stability before making their move. We discuss why buyers are becoming more cautious, why rushing may...
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Dubai Property Market: Why Buyers Are Taking More Time Before They Buy
Craig is back with Mario talking about why Dubai’s property market is becoming more cautious and subdued in some areas, with buyers moving away from rushed decisions and showing renewed interest in ready, move-in properties. At the same time, major developers remain better positioned than smaller...
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Dubai Property Market 2026: Is This the Right Time to Buy?
Craig is back with another listener email from Justin in Dublin who questions whether discounted Dubai property is worth the risk while choosing to remain in Ireland, save and prioritise job stability. We also examine with Mario Cavendish Maxwell’s latest data, showing record first-half…
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Dubai Apartment Investment Costs: Service Charges Every Buyer Should Know
Craig is back with Mario and a listener called Veronica to talk about how real these 30-40% property discounts are. Plus we hear from a Sydney listener asking about service charges and how they can vary significantly depending on the building, facilities and level of amenities. Mario Volpi…
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Dubai Property Market Forecast: Why Analysts Expect a Strong Finish to 2026
Craig is back with Mario Volpi talking about whether Dubai real estate can finish the year stronger than many expect? We examine why analysts remain confident despite regional uncertainty, from AED421 billion in first-half property transactions to growing end-user demand, flexible payment plans…
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Dubai Property Market 2026: Buy Now or Wait? UAE Prices Compared with Sydney & Los Angeles
Craig and Mario talk about a listeners email on why he's relocating to Dubai despite ongoing Gulf tensions, while many buyers continue waiting for deeper price corrections. We examine whether delaying is the right strategy and compare what AED1 million buys in Dubai versus Sydney and Los Angeles,...
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Dubai Property Market 2026: Is Now the Right Time to Buy or Should Investors Stay Patient?
Craig is back talking with Mario about whether Dubai's property market has reached the ideal buying window, or is caution still the smartest strategy? We examine where the UAE property cycle stands, whether buyers are gaining negotiating power, and why timing matters. Plus, we discuss the race to...
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Dubai Property Market 2026: UAE Mortgage Rates Compared with London as Buyers Return
Craig is back talking to Connor Humble a director from SPF and Mario Volpi about why Dubai property buyers are finally moving beyond the wait-and-see mindset? We also examine the latest UAE mortgage conditions, compare financing with London and Europe, and discuss why many investors are accepting...
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Dubai Property Market Under Pressure? Investor Questions After Iran Conflict and Market Uncertainty
Craig and Mario discuss an email from James in London about why he stepped away from buying a Marina apartment after regional tensions escalated. We discuss investor confidence, portfolio pressure, payment plans and alternative strategies some owners may consider when navigating uncertainty in…
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Dubai Distressed Property Scams: How to Spot Fake Bargains Before You Lose Money
Craig and Mario talk about discounted Dubai properties that sound too good to be true. Not every distressed listing is genuine. We explain how fake listings, fabricated seller stories and advance deposit scams are targeting buyers, plus the essential checks every investor should complete before...
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Will Geopolitical Tensions Delay Dubai Property Projects? What Buyers Need to Know
Craig is back with Mario asking the question could regional uncertainty slow Dubai's booming construction sector? We examine how leading developers are managing project timelines, why most handovers remain on schedule, and where rising construction costs are creating pressure behind the scenes....
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Dubai Maritime City Investment: Did This Off-Plan Buyer Overpay Before the Market Shift?
Craig and Mario discuss listeners questions, including did a Dubai Maritime City investor asking whether buying a branded off-plan studio before regional uncertainty was the right move. We assess the long-term prospects of this emerging waterfront community, current buyer sentiment, and why the…
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Dubai Marina vs JVC: Which Dubai Property Investment Delivers Better Value in 2026?
Craig and Mario discuss why Dubai Marina and Jumeirah Village Circle attract very different property buyers. One offers established waterfront living and premium appeal, while the other provides affordability and strong rental demand. We compare apartment prices, buyer profiles, investment...
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Dubai Distressed Property Deals: Are the Best Investment Opportunities Hidden from Buyers?
Craig and Mario discuss why distressed property sales are becoming a major talking point across Dubai, but are the biggest discounts actually reaching the open market? We discuss how motivated sellers, off-market opportunities and reported price trends compare with reality, and whether investors...
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Dubai Property Investment Strategy: Why Every Investor Needs A Different Plan
We talk to Mario and Scott and Marie Diamond about Feng Shui. Successful property investing is not about following the crowd. Every investor has different goals, budgets and timelines, which means the right strategy needs to be personalised. We explore how understanding market conditions…
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Dubai Real Estate Growth: How Smart Investors Find Opportunities Before Everyone Else
Craig is back talking with Scott and Mario on the Saturday real estate panel. The biggest property opportunities often appear before they become mainstream. We explore how investors can identify emerging Dubai real estate markets by analysing fundamentals, infrastructure, demand and future growth...
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Dubai Real Estate Sentiment vs Reality: Are Investors More Worried Than The Market Data Shows?
Craig is back with Dana Lewis and Mario Volpi to talk about Dubai’s property market appears to be sending mixed signals. Strong buyer searches, major developments and luxury transactions continue, yet investor confidence remains cautious. This discussion explores the gap between market psychology...
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Why Are Investors Still Buying Dubai Property During Regional Uncertainty?
Craig is back with Mario Volpi and Dana Lewis with the weekend property show. Dubai real estate continues attracting international buyers despite questions around long-term regional stability. Are investors acting because risk has disappeared, or because they believe the opportunity outweighs the...
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Iran Deal and Dubai Property Market: Will UAE Real Estate Recover or Face More Uncertainty?
Craig is back with Mario to discuss the latest Trump-Iran agreement which has eased immediate concerns across the Gulf, but has anything fundamentally changed? Is this the beginning of stability, or simply a temporary pause in uncertainty? Plus Mario has the latest market news. ► Patreon Connect:...
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Dubai Property and Expat Life: The Reality Behind UAE Migration and Investment Growth
Craig is back with Mario and Rebecca who splits her time between Australia and Dubai and says much of what international media reports about the UAE misses the reality on the ground. We discuss migration, family life, property opportunities and why Dubai’s incentives continue attracting skilled...
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Dubai Real Estate Sales Data Accuracy: Are UAE Property Numbers Being Fully Reported?
Craig is back talking with Dana Lewis and Mario Volpi about Dubai property sales figures continue to show strong transaction volumes, but questions are emerging around how accurately the data reflects underlying market conditions. We explore UAE real estate reporting structures, whether headline...
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Dubai Property Market 2026: Are Geopolitical Fears Creating a Buying Opportunity?
Craig is joined by Mario Volpi and Dana Lewis to talk about price discounting in Dubai. A long-time listener from Toronto shares why he’s still considering relocating to Dubai despite regional conflict and global uncertainty. We discuss motivated sellers, discounted Dubai property deals, investor...
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Dubai Property Market Shift: Sellers Cut Prices as Off-Plan Investors Rush to Exit
Craig talks with Charles Tarbey the Managing Director of Century 21 who have entered the UAE real estate market while many are closing. Dubai’s property market is showing motivated sellers discounting apartments between 5% and 15% in some communities. In genuine distress situations, reductions…
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Are UAE Banks Preparing for a Dubai Property Market Slowdown?
We talk with Anton Lopatin from Fitch Rating in Dubai UAE banks becoming more selective with real estate lending. We explore how financial institutions are viewing Dubai property exposure, changing mortgage approval trends, investor confidence, liquidity, and the growing role banks may play in...
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Dubai Property Market Shift: Why Sellers, Agents and Recruiters Are Feeling the Pressure
Craig is back with Mario Volpi and Dana Lewis talking about Dubai sellers are adjusting strategies, agencies are struggling to recruit experienced brokers, and overseas talent is becoming harder to attract amid regional uncertainty. We break down how market sentiment, staffing challenges and...
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Dubai Real Estate Agencies Now Closing: Agents Struggle in This Market
Craig is back with Dana Lewis and Mario Volpi talking about the closures of real estate agencies in the UAE property market. A listener writes in explaining how she is being exploited by some men through property viewings, plus more on the Saturday property show. And don't forget to join our...
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Abu Dhabi Property Market Growth: Why Investors Are Taking the Capital Seriously
Craig talks with Amanda about the stress of buying property today vs when baby boomers bought their homes. Mario talks about Abu Dhabi is emerging as a major long-term real estate investment destination, attracting global attention beyond Dubai’s high-profile market cycle. Investors are...
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Iran Conflict Impact on Ras Al Khaimah Property Market | Abu Dhabi Property Market Growth
Craig is back talking with Gareth Davies a broker from RAK and Mario Volpi about Ras Al Khaimah’s property market is facing growing pressure linked to Iran begin affecting investor and buyer confidence. While rental yields and affordability still attract investors, uncertainty is slowing...
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Dubai Apartment Prices Fall 10%: Healthy Property Market Reset or Early Correction?
Craig is joined by Mario Volpi and Dana Lewis. Dubai’s property market is entering a more selective phase, with some apartment communities recording price reductions of around 10% after years of rapid growth. Buyers remain active, but negotiation levels have clearly increased. The market is no...
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Dubai Property Market Shift: Investor Visa Changes, Apartment Price Drops & Off-Plan Pressure
Craig is joined by Mario Volpi and Dana Lewis to talk about Dubai’s property market entering a more selective phase. Investor visa reforms are expanding access for first-time international buyers, while some apartment markets are already seeing price adjustments of around 10%. We examine whether...
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Dubai Property Podcast provides you valuable information about the real estate market in Dubai. Including property investment, property management, market trends, and legal requirements. Comprehensive information if you are looking to buy or sell property in Dubai, as well as for real estate agents and investors.
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