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Find out how Dubai tenants can legally register flatmates and co-living residents on Ejari

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How first-time buyers in Dubai can get special perks

Priority access and flexible payment plans from leading developers like Emaar and Nakheel

Buying your first home in Dubai is now easier - the First-Time Home Buyer Programme offers exclusive benefits, from discounts to flexible payment plans.

Why your Dewa bill stayed high while you were away

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Why Dubai residents love living in JVC

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Dubai rents finally cooling? What’s cheaper, what’s not

Short-term rentals stay hot, long-term rents cool as new supply hits Dubai market

With more than 72,000 new homes expected to enter the market this year, tenants now have greater choice and better flexibility.

Affordable rent for bachelors and newcomers in the UAE

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