With its modern design and Airbnb-aligned features, SquareX Residence taps into Dubai’s rising short-term rental market, offering affordable luxury for next-gen property investors
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Abu Dhabi
Proptech firm Silkhaus closes growth round to power expansion across GCC
The new funding will be used to drive Silkhaus’ expansion in Saudi Arabia
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FIFA 2034 World Cup: A game-changer for the real estate market in Saudi Arabia
Winning a global tournament of this nature has the potential to revitalise and transform entire regions of a country
Dubai
Impact of short-term rentals on Dubai’s real estate market in 2025
With more people visiting the city than ever before, the Dubai real estate market has had to adapt quickly and ensure that all visitor needs are being catered for
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Dubai real estate: How to get an Airbnb license
Here is all you need to know about getting an Airbnb license in Dubai
Abu Dhabi
UAE, Saudi short-term rentals attract record travellers as year-round demand skyrockets for Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Riyadh real estate
Ongoing promotion efforts in the UAE and Saudi have reshaped the real estate market towards continuous high-season demand, as Saudi and the UAE attract more business travellers, relocating families, and tourists all year round
Abu Dhabi
UAE, Saudi real estate: Last-minute Eid Al Adha bookings fuel massive spike in short-term rental demand
The demand surge, coupled with an increase in room tariffs by hotels, is leading to a jump in short-term rental bookings in the UAE and Saudi during the holiday season
Dubai
How to make the most of your property during Dubai’s short-term rental real estate boom – An expert guide
One of the primary drivers fuelling the short-term rental frenzy is the promise of higher returns on investment compared to traditional, more stable long-term leases
Dubai
Dubai real estate: Tourism boom drives short-term rental conversions as demand skyrockets
The prospect of higher returns on investment is pushing investors to switch their properties to short-term rentals, industry experts reveal
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Are short-term rentals more eco-friendly than hotels?
The future for short-term rentals is every garage having an electric car charger, and drinking water filters installed instead of plastic bottles
Saudi Arabia
Revealed: Saudi Arabia to see influx of short-term rental firms amid talks of demand spike
Revenue from short-term rental services in Saudi Arabia is projected to reach over $600 million in 2024 in the wake of the combined effect of the country’s policies to boost inward tourism and foreign investments
Dubai
Short vs. long-term rentals: Which leasing strategy offers better ROI for Dubai landlords?
As Dubai’s real estate boom continues, Dubai landlords and property investors face a key decision on rental strategy
Abu Dhabi
Silkhaus expands short-term rental operations into Abu Dhabi
The company’s rental model provides flexibility for landlords and claims higher earnings compared to long-term rentals
Airbnb
Italy orders seizure of $836.4mn from Airbnb for alleged tax evasion
Prosecutors say the company failed to collect tax at 21% from landlords on approximately $3.95 billion of rental income
Dubai
Dubai-based Silkhaus poised for rapid GCC expansion, targets Saudi Arabia, Abu Dhabi
Silkhaus’ expansion plans in line with its short-to-medium term target to focus on the short-term rental market across Asia
Dubai
Short-term rentals market the new game changer for Dubai’s thriving real estate market
Silkhaus, the pioneer home-grown player in Dubai, has also teamed up with global biggies in the segment such as Airbnb and Booking.com to boost listings on its tech-propelled platform
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Ras Al Khaimah simplifies process for homeowners to pursue short-term rentals
The updated holiday homes system is a registration portal that enables owners to register their residential units and gets license and permits