Market moves, visa changes and honest investor analysis from the SBX Real Estate team. New articles every Monday.
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Business Bay Just Outsold Palm Jumeirah. Here’s Why.
In August 2026, Business Bay beat Palm Jumeirah for prime deals, driven by branded residences that sell at a 56% premium. What the shift means for buyers.
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The AED 2M Golden Visa in 2026: What Actually Counts
Off-plan, mortgaged, or two smaller units? What counts toward the AED 2 million UAE Golden Visa through property in 2026, and who you can sponsor.
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Where Dubai Still Pays 8%: The 2026 Rental Yield Map
JVC, Silicon Oasis and International City still earn 8%+ gross in 2026, while Downtown pays about 6%. The Dubai yield map, and the net-yield math behind it.
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24,800 Homes in 6 Months: What Dubai’s Handover Wave Means for Rent
Dubai delivered a record 24,800 homes in H1 2026, with up to 23,500 more due by year-end. What the supply wave means for tenants, landlords and yields.
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“40% Off” in Dubai: What Developer Deals Are Really Worth
DLD fee waivers, 2% bookings, up to 40% off. We turn Dubai’s 2026 developer incentives into real dirhams, and show which ones actually save you money.
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Off-Plan Resales 10–15% Below Launch: Bargain or Trap?
Some Dubai off-plan units now resell 10–15% under their launch price. How to tell a real bargain from a problem project, with the full cost math.
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Dubai Prices Dipped After the War. So Who’s Still Buying?
Dubai deals fell 37% in August and prices are down 3.1% on the year. Yet off-plan is still 72% of sales. What the 2026 reset means for buyers now.
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Dubai Scrapped the AED 750K Visa Floor. Most Buyers Missed It.
Since April 2026, sole owners of any Dubai property can apply for the 2-year residence visa. No AED 750K minimum. Here’s who qualifies and what it costs.