Dubai: Searching for a new apartment to rent in Dubai after the current landlord demanded a steep ‘above market average’ increase for a renewal? They will do well to look for potential…
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Sharjah's existing 3-year rent freeze rule proves big hit with tenants seeking relocations
As for new tenants, their biggest plus is the 3-year rental freeze that kicks in when they sign the contract. That lock on their rental outgo has spurred demand for relocations ahead…
More Dubai tenants start entering 'rent to own' deals with landlords to offset steep rents
Currently, it’s all about individual landlords selling their rented freehold properties to the tenants on rent to own schemes. What this means is that the rents paid get co-opted as going towards…
Dubai rents soar: More tenants opt for direct debits or 12-month cheques
When payment is done through tenant’s credit cards: A rent payment of Dh10,000 a month means the landlord forks out Dh200 (2% acquiring charge). Direct debit on credit card attracts a fix…