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Mario Volpi

Mario Volpi is senior vice president of investment advisory at Allegiance Real Estate. He has worked in the property sector for 40 years in London and Dubai

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Off-plan properties are often priced below ready units in the same area. Antonie Robertson / The National
UAE Property: ‘What are the pros and cons of buying off-plan in Dubai?’

Many investors have made substantial returns from buying early in a project’s life cycle

MoneyOctober 11, 2025
Dubai Marina. Chris Whiteoak / The National
UAE Property‘Are there rules to limit arbitrary rent hikes in Dubai?’

This tenant is already paying a high rent and is seeking clarity ahead of their lease renewal

MoneyOctober 03, 2025
Tecom is among the developers that plan to invest in developing Grade A office buildings to capitalise on rising demand. Photo: Tecom
'Does $525m Property Finder deal reduce brokers to mere order takers?'

Permira and Blackstone's investment in the portal will turbocharge property tech, meaning brokers must adapt

MoneySeptember 27, 2025
The eviction of tenants for the landlord's personal use or property sale is tightly regulated in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
UAE Property‘My landlord is threatening eviction if I don’t accept rent hike'

Rental Dispute Centre in Dubai can dismiss a sham eviction and set fair rent

MoneySeptember 19, 2025
The moment you operate a business from home, you’re in licensing territory. Pawan Singh for The National
UAE Property: ‘Can I use my rental villa as a temporary office?’

A tenant should not convert a residential property into a de-facto office without the landlord’s consent

MoneySeptember 13, 2025
The rental index in Dubai currently applies only to residential buildings. Chris Whiteoak / The National
‘Can a landlord raise the rent in a building without a star rating?'

Visibility of a building’s star rating is currently limited only to the owner, but there are discussions about making it public

MoneySeptember 05, 2025
Every off-plan project in Dubai must have an escrow account that is approved by the Real Estate Regulatory Authority. Reuters
UAE Property: ‘How can I protect my off-plan investment in Dubai?’

The project is still two years from handover

MoneyAugust 30, 2025
Dubai’s tenancy laws are very clear and protect tenants from sudden or unfair increases in rent. Chris Whiteoak / The National
UAE Property‘Can my landlord increase the rent after renewing the lease?'

A tenant is being asked to fork out more just two weeks after extending - what are they to do?

MoneyAugust 22, 2025
Check your rental contract as it is likely you will have to pay a penalty for breaking it early. Chris Whiteoak / The National
UAE Property: ‘Should I pay a penalty if I break my lease early?’

Tenant must pay a fine if tenancy contract includes a break clause

MoneyAugust 16, 2025
Rent increases in Dubai are regulated through the Real Estate Regulatory Agency’s smart rental index. Chris Whiteoak / The National
UAE Property‘Are rent increases capped in Dubai?’

Landlords can enforce a raise only if the current rent is below the market average for similar properties

MoneyAugust 08, 2025
Luxury villas in Dubai recorded nearly 10 per cent annual gains in the second quarter of 2025. Bloomberg
UAE Property: ‘Is it a good time to buy off-plan in Dubai?'

Off-plan is best for investors focused on capital appreciation

MoneyAugust 02, 2025
Al Hamra Village in Ras Al Khaimah. The emirate is likely to become very popular with the arrival of the Wynn Al Marjan Island resort in 2026/2027. Pawan Singh for The National
UAE Property‘How can I improve summer occupancy in my RAK rental unit?’

Landlords can use targeted marketing and professional services to boost occupancy

MoneyJuly 25, 2025
A landlord must stipulate what a tenant needs to do at the end of the agreement to get the deposit back. Getty Images
UAE Property: ‘What deductions can my landlord make from the security deposit?’

Landlords are allowed to charge for repairs to fix damage beyond normal wear and tear

MoneyJuly 19, 2025
Foreign investors may be attracted to forecasts that Riyadh will see a further population boom. Bloomberg
Saudi property market offers promise of reliable returns for global investors

Kingdom offers frontier-market yields as reliable long-term destination

BusinessJuly 16, 2025
The Deira district of Dubai. Some tenancy contracts expressly forbid subleases. Getty Images
UAE Property: ‘What are the consequences if I sub-let my apartment?’

Any form of subleasing requires prior written consent from the landlord and the appropriate registration

MoneyJuly 12, 2025
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