Author Archives: howesdubai

Drift Away!

Drift Away!                                                              17 April 2026 Reports indicate that Ras Al Khaimah’s single-largest private developer is moving into the Dubai market. BNW’s sixth project will witness the expansion of its prestigious branded residences portfolio to Al Furjan, one of Dubai’s … Continue reading

Posted in Categorized | Leave a comment

Change His Mind!

Change His Mind!                                                             10 April 2026 Despite broader regional uncertainty, Dubai March real estate activity registered over 10.30k off-plan transactions, worth US$ 8.50 billion, indicating continued demand. Considering the circumstances, Q1 data for the Dubai real estate sector posted … Continue reading

Posted in Categorized | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Only The Strong Will Survive!

Only The Strong Will Survive!                                                 03 April 2026 The Dubai real estate sector saw US$ 3.6 billion of transactions and 3.04k sales for the previous week, including a US$ 97 milllion home in Jumeirah. Over the month of March, there … Continue reading

Posted in Categorized | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Make It Happen!

Make It Happen!                                                                27 March 2026 Dubai real estate reached US$ 13.8 billion in Ramadan 2026, as demand continues to defy conflict, driving 29.7% value growth, with transactions up by 5.6% to 15.20k. This week, Binghatti Holding confirmed that, … Continue reading

Posted in Categorized | Leave a comment

Right Here, Right Now!

Right Here, Right Now                                                20 March 2026 There is no doubt that Dubai’s property market has slowed since the start of the crisis and that is understandable. Under such circumstances, the sector has become more cautious, with buyers and sellers … Continue reading

Posted in Categorized | Leave a comment

What’s Going On?

What’s Going On?                                                13 March 2026 It was estimated that today, the UAE defence forces had intercepted seven ballistic missiles and twenty-seven drones on 13 March in countering Iranian attacks. The number of interceptions has now reached some two hundred … Continue reading

Posted in Categorized | Leave a comment

Beware The Ides Of March!

Beware The Ides Of March!                                      06 March 2026 Wasl, the government developer, has become known for its social responsibility, with its designs around connectivity, community infrastructure, greenery, and access to premium amenities, and its belief that quality living should be … Continue reading

Posted in Categorized | Leave a comment

Just The Way You Are!

Just The Way You Are!                                       27 February 2026 For the week ended 20 February, Dubai real estate recorded over US$ 4.9 billion in transactions, from 3.95k transactions; a US$ 61 million Dubai real estate sector saw a US$ 4.9bn in … Continue reading

Posted in Categorized | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Turning Japanese!

  Turning Japanese!                                                20 February 2026 One economic fact of life is that a bull run has a finite life cycle, and the Dubai housing sector is no exception. Prior to 2002, expatriates were not permitted to buy property in … Continue reading

Posted in Categorized | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

What You Gonna Do About It?

What You Gonna Do About It?                                               13 February 2026 Abu Dhabi-based Aldar Properties and Dubai Holding have expanded their joint venture, announcing plans, for two further projects, to develop nearly 14k new homes in Dubai, valued at more than US$ … Continue reading

Posted in Categorized | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment