Legal

Dubai to introduce property index

The emirate plans to usher in tighter controls on rent ranges to combat cost of living increases.

Saudi mortgage law in final stages

Legislation will allow more residents to buy property in country where just one in five owns a home.

Laying down the law

As confusion surrounding the imposing Strata Law heightens, Becca Wilson gets the low down from the only two independent strata management companies based in the Middle East.

Abu Dhabi to relax foreign ownership laws

Current 49% will be raised 'considerably' in sectors most in need of investments - official.

Property Law - FAQ

Key property terms explained simply.

Property and the law in the UAE

Understand the law before buying.

Rent defaulters risk detention

Abu Dhabi debtors owing rental money to be stopped at UAE borders under new law, official says.

Tenancy law to take on rent disputes

New legal framework covering landlord-tenant relationship to replace Dubai's Rent Committee system.

Estate planning

Expatriates and non-Muslims acquiring assets in the UAE – property in particular – may not realize that their estate planning with regard to inheritance allocation may not hold up according to local laws.

Knowing your rights

Dubai homeowners are slowly making moves to consolidate with the new UAE owner's association law set to be passed.

Dubai publishes long-awaited property law

Condominium Law sets out rules on ownership and management of developments.