Real Estate

Mohamed Darwish

Critical Analysis of Dubai and Ras Al Khaimah Legal Frameworks for Off-Plan Sale Terminations for Investors

Both Dubai and Ras Al Khaimah (the “RAK”) have established comprehensive legal frameworks for the management of off-plan sale agreements, particular...
17 Mar, 2025
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Mohamed Darwish

The Legal Risks Of Off-Plan Property Investments In The UAE For Hotel Owners

The United Arab Emirates is the hub of the tourism and hospitality industry, which covers the global industry, while Dubai and Abu Dhabi are the primary cities ...
10 Mar, 2025
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Dalila Djamane

A Comparative Insight into REIT Regulations: Egypt vs. Western Markets

Abstract This article presents an in-depth examination of the legal and regulatory landscape surrounding Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) in Egypt, emphas...
16 Dec, 2024
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Raluca Gatina Ahmed Gabr

Property Mortgage Consequences of Default on a Payment

Overview In order for The Property Mortgage to cover a property value, the debtor must provide a security for the repayment of the mortgage to the creditor. ...
10 Nov, 2023
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Ahmed Elnaggar Daria Tkachuk

Beyond rental hikes, the realtors, and real estate disputes

Dubai, known for its luxurious lifestyle and iconic infrastructure, has become a hotspot for global real estate investors. The city's property market has seen s...
22 Jun, 2023
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Muhammad Mustafa Khalid

Owners Committees Obligations in Dubai

As per Law No. 6 of 2019 concerning the ownership of the jointly owned real estate in the Emirate of Dubai (the "JORE Law"), the owners' interests in a jointly ...
19 Aug, 2020
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Raluca Gatina

Buying real estate property in Dubai, United Arab Emirates

As Dubai became one of the most futuristic cities in the world, and the United Arab Emirates one of the most desired countries to live in, a lot of people would...
16 Aug, 2020
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Ahmed Elnaggar

What can I do if the landlord does not want to return my security deposit amount?

It is probably one of the most repeated questions or inquiries that I have heard from my clients whenever representing the tenant in a rental dispute! As per th...
12 Jul, 2020
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Dr. Laura Voda

Developers’ right to terminate off plan sales to defaulting buyers

In 2017, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum issued Law No. 19 of 2017, amending Article 11 of Law No. 13 of 2008 on the Interim Real Estate Regi...
29 Jun, 2020
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Dr. Laura Voda

What can a buyer do if faced with cancelled off-plan real estate project in Dubai?

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Ruler of Dubai and Premier Minister of the UAE, issued decree no. (21) of 2013 on 23rd July 2013 concerning ...
28 May, 2020
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Ahmed Elnaggar

The UAE Tenants Guide: Part II

Being a tenant in UAE does come with quite some responsibilities. In order to make sure your interest are not at risk, you should conduct due diligence over the...
13 Jan, 2020
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Ahmed Elnaggar

The UAE Tenants Guide: Part I

A new year started and temperatures have dropped a lot in the last couple of months, but so did the rental prices throughout the city. In fact, the rental price...
30 Dec, 2019
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Brett Westernoff

Obtaining UAE Residency by Property Investment

Dubai is the pinnacle global hub for expatriates, investors and entrepreneurs alike, and is widely considered a hidden gem for people who are looking to expand ...
14 Jan, 2019
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