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Population Growth Shows Slack: Better Chance at UAE Properties for Investors

2009-02-12T15:31:00.003+04:00

The statistics first:

Compared to last January, this year is seeing population growth slashed by a half.

Compared to the number of visas issued last year (93,957) this year has witnessed a cut in numbers (88,423 issued this year).

Logical inference:

Less people are coming into Dubai to work, stay, etc., while more people are leaving the Emirate for home countries, greener pastures, etc.

Is it time to get alarmed? Not really.

At least not where Dubai real estate and investment matters. There are some great UAE properties for sale out there and if you have wizened up to the real estate situation, then you just might get lucky.

SkyDome Properties for instance, has access to several Dubai and Abu Dhabi properties currently selling at discounted packages. The projects in Dubai Land, Business Bay, Dubai Marina and Jumeirah Beach are some of the UAE residential properties on sale.

Our Dubai property investment company suggests homeowners and investors alike think hard about purchasing property during the current economic scenario. Given Dubai’s penchant for rebuilding and reinventing itself, you could never know when the tide turns and changes property investment in Dubai for the better.

As a homeowner/investor, would you consider buying/investing in a Dubai apartment for sale now or later when you are more certain of the market? Send in your comments and suggestions to SkyDome Properties.

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Transportation Updates for Dubai & Abu Dhabi Properties Holders

2009-02-10T16:41:00.002+04:00

The state of traffic in Dubai is undoubtedly one of the primary concerns voiced by those intending to buy properties in Abu Dhabi and Dubai for the first time or settle in a locality different from their current one. In this regard, the RTA (Roads and Transport Authority) is working very hard to ease the situation.

Recently, nineteen double-decker buses were introduced on the Dubai roads and the number is expected to increase to seventy before the year is out. In comparison to privately owned cars and taxicabs, modes of transport like buses are definitely the better option for those who commute regularly.

If you plan to purchase any investment property in Dubai, bus routes that offer convenient transport could be one of the factors to take into consideration for fixing on the locality you would like to live in.

The ‘Pink’ bus is another heavily anticipated travel option in Dubai. Meant for female commuters, this effort to ease travelling comfortably for women is viewed as something of a sequel to the earlier launch of the Pink taxi.

Similarly, for those evaluating UAE properties for sale in Abu Dhabi it would be good to know about the fifteen percent drop in fatalities and injuries due to road accidents in the city. Compared to Dubai, the UAE capital is much less crowded and also presents a good number of Abu Dhabi properties for sale.

Make a studied decision of the locality you would like to settle down in before you go ahead with your decision to buy properties in Dubai. The time you take is well worth the decision you make.

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UAE Properties Developers Finally Making the Going Easier on Buyers

2009-02-06T17:30:00.001+04:00

For those contemplating a Dubai property investment the times are fair indeed, but spare a thought for what the property developers and construction houses are facing and it is a sobering trip to reality. Regardless, Deyaar one of Dubai’s primary real estate developers has found a balance.

In a first of its kind move in the Dubai real estate investment business, a property developer has curtailed development and eliminated projects after selling the units. A dual-benefit approach, Deyaar is offering its customers the option to switch the UAE properties they have already purchased with alternatives that suit their requirements.

Of course, those buying properties in Dubai (for Deyaar projects) will have to choose from the options that are remaining after their project development slash. The crux of the matter is Deyaar has paved the way for other developers to follow suit and salvage something out of the losses that seem not so far away.

What about those who have purchased UAE residential properties from Deyaar and cannot find a better alternative?

SkyDome Properties advises these parties to make a studied choice of the rest of the UAE properties for sale market and then decide. Select Deyaar projects are even being offered at specially reduced rates to make things easier on the buyer. In such a light, is it wise to forgo all the financial benefits?

If you cannot make up your mind, hire a consultant for property investment in Dubai. Look carefully at all the pros and cons he will be in a state to highlight and then go ahead with your decision to buy property in Dubai.

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Does Your Dubai Apartment for Sale Have Good Nursery Space?

2009-02-03T17:09:00.001+04:00

With Mothercare having made its long-awaited debut in Dubai with the largest international store at Dubai Mall, the city-state seems more serious about tiny tots.

Can you say the same about the myriad UAE residential properties cropping up in the real estate listings though?

For expatriates and couples coming to settle down in Dubai, this could be a special concern given how much they are used to apartments and villas with a dedicated nursery space for little ones. Even families looking for a good neighborhood to live in would want to buy property in Dubai that includes this element.

So where do you begin looking?

You could begin with UAE properties for sale along Dubai Waterfront. The residential floors at the Ferretti Tower hold some great views and neighborhood facilities that are child-friendly.

Queue Point Liwan and The Light Commercial Tower in Dubai Land are two other lovely UAE residential properties you could enquire about with your real estate consultant.

At SkyDome Properties, we can help you out with Dubai property investment options that include interior elements like nurseries, studies and libraries for children. It may be difficult finding UAE properties for sale that fit this description, but it is certainly not impossible.

If you are serious about investment property in Dubai adjusted to create a space for young children and have the budget to see the purchase through, we suggest hiring property consultants to help you in your search. SkyDome Properties could even find properties that are in close proximity to schools and recreational amenities.

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Choose the Right Shades for Your New Residential Abu Dhabi Properties

2009-01-31T13:42:00.002+04:00

Professionals in color application, Pantone recently announced the Color of the Year for 2009- Mimosa. The cheery yellow color brings bold back and bids a sweet adieu to shades of white and pastels that held so much sway last year.

Vibrant hues for the house may be just the thing to use now that times are getting so tough for so many of us here in Dubai. Think stunning reds, majestic blues and dazzling greens for the walls, and you just might have interiors that leave the talking to the walls for once.

This house on My Home Ideas makes use of a lovely red to bring out the personality of the room and invites a second look. Similarly, you could dress up the walls of your Dubai property investment with shades like a royal inky blue or even sunset orange.

One thing you need to avoid or at least check that your interior decorator avoids is mixing bold paints with too many trinkets and accents in a particular room. No matter how spacious your room is or how much natural light is streaming into it, you will be left with walls that are too in your face.

One good trick decorators use and homeowners can try out is including mood lighting or lamps that are in tune with the theme of the room.

Owners of UAE residential properties usually spend a lot on the purchase of the house. The result is a smaller budget for decorating and furnishing. Try to gauge the overall costs of the property you want to purchase with your real estate consultant, so that you are left with a balanced view of what is required and what can be left for later.

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Before you Buy Property in Dubai Check the Market Status

2009-01-28T16:44:00.001+04:00

Apartments, villas and suites constructed by some of the most prominent property development houses in the UAE are listed in the SkyDome Properties directory- Nakheel, Damac, Eternal Star, Emmar and Rak to name a few.

These houses and UAE commercial properties speak of quality construction and engineering and can prove to have high returns in the future largely due to the location in which they are constructed. However, as an investor there is one vital factor you need to observe before making an investment.

Consider the Dubai real estate investment market for the past decade. It will help you decide how to allocate your funds and determine the best time to buy property in Abu Dhabi or elsewhere in the Emirates.

Veteran real estate investors may be positive about the Dubai property investment market, but it would be fool hardy to risk money without understanding the dynamics dictating such a situation. You might as well rent UAE properties (the rents have cooled down lately).

Dubai real estate investment professionals are already predicting a shaky year for property investment in Dubai and from the look of things, Abu Dhabi properties could suffer as well.

So before you get excited about the low price of many UAE properties, take time to get a professional opinion and make your decision accordingly. SkyDome Properties can help you out with market analysis, mortgage options and property selection besides helping with a host of different issues first-time homeowners face.

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Get the Chi Flowing in Your Commercial Property in Dubai

2009-01-22T16:58:00.002+04:00

Commercial property in Dubai is going to get easier to come by in the coming few months thanks to a low UAE properties market. There are some splendid options for those interested in buying properties in Dubai for retail or trade purposes.

The Vision Tower in Business Bay for instance, is a freehold office tower located on Sheikh Zayed Road near Burj Dubai Downtown. At fifty-one stories, the tower will provide the people working within with clear views of the surrounding area besides amenities like health clubs, restaurants and a private way to the Bay Avenue.

Skyscrapers and apartment offices are not the only options available for commercial property in Dubai though. UAE commercial properties like ranches for breeding horses, falconry, camel farms, etc. can be found in the more outlying regions of the city as are restaurant and hotel spaces and retail spots in major malls.

Searching this database of UAE properties for sale can be an exhaustive process though. Hire a Dubai real estate investment consultant for a better idea about the entire process of commercial property purchase.

If you are worried about aspects like Feng Shui or Vaastu in relation to your Dubai property investment, then SkyDome Properties can get in touch with qualified practitioners who can help you decide.

Our real estate consultancy is very flexible and can accommodate every type of business need to facilitate a smooth purchase process for your new office space. Let us know how we can best help you by visiting us at SkyDome Properties.

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Dressing Up Your Dubai Real Estate Investment To Make A Statement

2009-01-20T17:06:00.003+04:00

Okay, so you have invested in the Abu Dhabi properties or house of your choice and paid an insane amount of money to acquire it. But do you continue with a lower budget interior decoration plan or lavish your resources on the best?

Yes, a tough to decision to make, this one. But SkyDome Properties can help you figure out a safe balance between these two equally vital needs.

Our Dubai real estate investment company can point you towards decorators and furnishers who understand home aesthetics and can work out a design plan for your home affordably. Alternatively, certain development companies send out their own decorators to help buyers. Let us know if you have a need for either of these options.

One tip that can work out rather well for your dream of a warm and cozy home needs to be thought out before you sign the dotted line. A Dubai apartment for sale or even a villa that has abundant natural light streaming into the house during daytime is a DIY designer’s delight. Check out our listings or get in touch with our UAE properties experts to scan out similar options.

We understand that not everyone is lucky to have their Dubai property investment located in sylvan surroundings, given the shortage of affordable housing in such areas. If you are buying property in Abu Dhabi or Dubai on a tight budget, then use the abundance of sales and discounts on furniture and home ware that are coming up (DSF is a good time).

A bit of innovation and lot more research can be the best helpers to convert your house into a home. Let us at SkyDome Properties know how we can help you best.

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Improved Road Transport For UAE Commercial Properties Holders

2009-01-19T17:15:00.002+04:00

Looking at the fortuitous start the Road Transport Association has had this year, no one can accuse the government body of negligence. In a bid to increase environmental awareness and road safety, the RTA introduced the first awards for sustainable transport.

As the categories for judging included managing and streamlining mobility, transport safety and environment conservation, it is safe to say that the traffic situation in Dubai is improving. For employers owning commercial property in Dubai and having their employees travel some distance to come to work, this is good news.

The peak-hour traffic slugging along Sheikh Zayed Road is tiresome to say the least and therefore most workers prefer to rent houses that are closer to their workplaces. An improved and organized traffic system, the Dubai Metro and a significant increase in the bus fleet numbers make for a formidable combination, one that could very well help out with housing problems.

The Dubai Police officers patrolling the road are proposed to see an increase from the present number of 100 to 1000 as well, making implementing traffic laws and regulations easier and stricter. This will also benefit the black point system simultaneously.

Start scanning the various UAE commercial properties for office or factory space that can be purchased at a practical amount. No matter what area in Dubai offices are based in, organizations will have a less tardy workforce- one that also does not need to spend precious time waiting for the car in front of them to move.

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Watching Dubai Property Investment Grow & Slacken

2009-01-16T17:24:00.002+04:00

The President and Vice President of the UAE are doing all they can to alleviate the housing situation in Gaza, desperate as it is, with a pledge to construct 600 housing units in the country. There are a lot more instances like this to accentuate the efforts the UAE is making for the Palestinians.

In Dubai property and investment, the situation is just the opposite. Of course, the city is not exactly in the grip of conditions of war, but conditions might as well be as dire.

Real estate developers are being asked to slow on property construction progress as the Emirate records its very first deficit. From the thirteen percent per annum growth Dubai used to record, there is a markable lowering observed- one predicted to last until 2015.

Already, UAE properties like the Dubai Waterfront and Palm Jebel Ali are moving at a slower pace. Real estate consultants advise investors and buyers to check out for similar behavior among their investments. Commercial property in Dubai especially, is an area that investors need to be wary regarding.

Hiring the services of a real estate consultant who understands the market intimately is a necessity in these times of decline. When you decide to select a particular location, make sure you or your organization have identified all the opportunities and options available.

It does not matter if the construction projects are being undertaken by established names in the housing construction business, UAE commercial properties all over are affected.

Get to know how you can benefit from Dubai real estate investment during this phase in the market. Visit SkyDome Properties for analytical help and services.

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When Real Estate & Shopping Collide In Dubai

2009-01-15T18:02:00.003+04:00

The oncoming weeks are going to feel rather tumultuous for those in the higher echelons of the economic ranks. As the DTMC gears up to collect dollars, dinars and pounds from an eager-to-spend public during the Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF), the construction lords are doing all they can to accommodate the wary buyer.

Many U.A.E. commercial properties sellers view 2009 as a year of transition, with Dubai as well as Abu Dhabi properties lowering prices towards the end of the year, only to reach a stalemate before rising once more. This behavior is expected to last until 2011, giving those interested in buying properties in Dubai a fantastic opportunity to allocate funds for their real estate investment.

The Emirate is not overly worried about the financial state of the city-state, as tourism being one of the mainstays of the economy, can always be depended upon for a bailout. Tax-free shopping combined with a cluster of every brand worth having in your home makes for a heady attraction to the hordes of tourists travelling to Dubai in search retail nirvana.

Try scanning out the Dubai property investment market for deals that are better then what they were a few years ago. U.A.E. residential properties in the Rem Raam Phase in Dubai Land, villas in the Emirates Hills community for instance hold a lot of promise for property investment in Dubai.

Get hold of a U.A.E. properties consultant to help you out with price negotiation and neighborhood selection. Now is the best time to take advantage of the low U.A.E. properties for sale market. Investing wisely in commercial property in Dubai as well as in residential properties is a smart step to take.

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Dubai Relaxation Tip - Buy Properties In Dubai Near A Park

2009-01-14T17:40:00.002+04:00

Pollution is not as much of a problem in Dubai as it is in most Asian countries, but the authorities are nonetheless making a colossal effort towards reducing it.

To negate the forty-four tonne average per person emission (annually), many state-owned UAE properties companies are initiating environmentally friendly measures. Dubai Properties, for instance recently announced what is perhaps the grandest ecological project to be implemented by the Emirate, the Mohammed bin Rashid Gardens.

The thirty seven billion pound garden complex will include financial, commercial and educational facilities coexisting with canals, ponds and parks that encourage and attract birds. Spread over an area of 20,250 acres, the complex sounds like a wonderful place for Dubai real estate investment.

Late last year the Dubai Municipality’s Director of Planning promised plans of more then 70 parks and recreation spaces. While the work is slow, you can expect quite a lot near your favorite residential complex, easing up your decision to buy property in Dubai.

If you are planning on buying properties in Dubai spaced near the eastern part of the city, you have Mushrif Park close by to take your tiny tot to. Lush lawns punctuated by fun sculptures of dinosaurs and colorful foliage make this a delightful place to settle near.

With smoking banned in public spaces, UAE residential properties situated close to parks and other recreational areas are finding a greater impetus among families and non-smokers. So when planning to buy properties in Abu Dhabi or Dubai, make sure you engage a real estate consultant that is familiar with such localities.

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Expat Update: Buy Property in Dubai With Better Financial Means

2009-01-13T17:02:00.005+04:00

With nationals comprising only 20 percent of its population, Dubai is as cosmopolitan a city as it could possibly get. The expatriates and tourists that make up the rest of the numbers include nationals from every part of the world.

Hence, the Dubai government can in no way ignore this section of the populace, one that contributes so much to the treasury of the Emirate. Among and besides the myriad aids forwarded towards the expat population where Dubai property investment is concerned, is help with the rental structure and procedures.

Similarly, the part-time work scheme currently in its planning stages with the Dubai Executive Council seems shaped to provide the foreign residents with more such help. A one-year experiment, this plan is currently gauging the requirements of the Dubai nationals.

For those individuals unable to work full-time for any reason whatsoever, this scheme will prove very useful. It will also allow full-time workers to continue work as part-time workers if they so wish. The main idea is to maximize the potential of every worker and encourages productivity.

The best part about working as an expat in Dubai is the array of options available for living. From entertainment options like Ski Dubai (the world’s only largest indoor ski resort) and innumerable cinema halls, to world-class cuisine and education, expatriates often marvel at the urbanity of life in Dubai.

As an expat, if you are interested in renting or buying property in Dubai, then make a safe decision and hire the services of professional realty consultants. Adjusting to a new country can be difficult and the language barriers can pose a sizeable problem as well.

Contact SkyDome Properties for the most advantageous help and advice with living and buying properties in Dubai.

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Real Estate Tribunal In Dubai - New U.A.E. Properties Development?

2009-01-13T17:02:00.002+04:00

The Real Estate Regulatory Authority (Rera) of Dubai is redoubling its efforts to streamline the Dubai real estate investment sector. Predictions and Barack Obama’s winning strategies aside, 2009 seems like a good year for change in the U.A.E. real estate segment.

Rental rates for instance, are required to be fair to renters as well as proprietors and Rera is doing all it can to establish this balance of prices. The chief of the Rera even went as far as stating that rent caps are unnecessary for this year.

On the Dubai property investment front, Rera enforced an order that prohibits developers and banks from accepting more than 20 percent of the payment from parties who want to buy property in Dubai earlier in the month. This has come as a welcome step for many interested in buying properties in Abu Dhabi as well as Dubai.

While a Property Court and Real Estate Development Trust Account Department has already been up and running, Rera plans to introduce a property agents committee, developers committee and an evaluators committee.

The body is leaving no stone unturned where construction and property investment in Dubai is involved. A website for registration of tenancy contracts too has been set up, to ensure proper monitoring of the various property deals. In light of all these reforms, a real estate tribunal for the city-state does not seem far behind.

Get in touch with established consultants for buying properties in Dubai as they can help you out with the legalese known to accompany property deals. The professional help can aid you greatly as you wait for the reforms to take shape.

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New Options For Commercial Property In Dubai

2008-11-30T14:57:00.000+04:00

Dubai loves sports as much as it does building new towers and impossible skyscrapers, witness the Dubai Sports City. Entirely dedicated to sports, games and entertainment, this is one commercial property in Dubai that retailers definitely cannot miss out on.

While international brands are expected to set up shop in the various avenues weaving thorugh Sports City, there are sporting brands stepping in to begin various sports academies and training grounds. Another commercial property worth making a Dubai real estate investment in is The Sevens- the new home of the Emirates Airlines Rugby Sevens.

Rugby fans appreciate the new venue, which boasts of ample parking and an excellent pitch and think it is definite step better than the previous establishment.

The demand for U.A.E. commercial properties is, if anything increasing and at SkyDome Properties we are well aware of the retailer’s need for premier retail space at an un-exorbitant rate.

Take the new expansion plans for the Dubai Airport Free Zone area, where six new buildings are expected to develop before the year ends. Home to 1,500 multinational companies, the Dubai Airport Free Zone has good retail potential; something those interested in buying properties in Dubai will appreciate.

Get in touch with SkyDome Properties to know the Dubai property investment options you have for your retail space. We can help you out with scanning and analyzing the Dubai real estate market and finding the right space for your retail area.

Unusual U.A.E. Properties & Unlikelier Dubai Residents

2008-11-30T14:55:00.000+04:00

Dubai is truly terra extraordinaire. If there is anything that has to be yet attempted by a person living in Dubai then it is because someone has to still think of something novel.

Babu Sassi calls a crane cab on the tallest skyscraper on the planet home. It is definitely a most unusual Dubai property investment for a person to make. The South Indian construction worker says it is just too much trouble to travel all the way down after a hard day’s work and hence prefers the little cabin.

The rate for U.A.E. properties for sale at the Burj Dubai currently range from 2,145,244 to 4,226,755. Compared with Mr. Sassi’s ‘property’ price, it is definitely an up-gradation in both U.A.E. residential properties and their prices.

However, while Mr. Sassi owns an unusual home, there are even more unusual occupants you can come across in the Emirate. We are talking about the dolphins occupying the massive aquarium at the Atlantis Hotel in Palm Jumeirah. Twenty four of the mammals are currently in residence at The Atlantis much to the delight of the hotel residents.

If you are interested in buying properties in Dubai and would like to settle for more sedate options though, try SkyDome Properties. Browse through an extensive and well priced database of commercial property in Dubai or look through the U.A.E. residential properties on offer. We can help you make the right choice and live in much better locations.

U.A.E. Commercial Properties Update: The Queen Has Set The Flag Aflutter

2008-11-28T12:53:00.002+04:00

The Queen has arrived, and the U.A.E. national flag has replaced the British Union Jack- just in time for U.A.E. National Day!

Luxury ocean liner the Queen Elizabeth 2 is undoubtedly a celebrity in old-world shipping circles. Dubai, in keeping with its penchant for flamboyance simply had to acquire the Grande Dame for its shores. What resulted was a deal between Istithma and Cunard, with £50 million filling the latter’s coffers and the liner gracing Dubai’s seas.

Once the luxury liner is renovated and deemed ready for business, investors in commercial property in Dubai can expect their registers to ring with joy. After all, eleven luxury boutiques including a Harrods branch made up the shopping arcade of the QE2 during its 39-year- long career.

Given Dubai’s love for shopping, it won’t be hard to imagine the shopping arcade of the freshly renovated ship, which will then be known as a 7-star hotel. Manfred Ursprunger, the CEO for QE2 Enterprises- a project completely dedicated to the refurbishment of the ship said, “We think that the ship still has another 50 years to go.”

The developers have their sights on retail, residence, entertainment and hotel development and hope to make the QE2 a destination for tourists and residents alike. Its address is going to be at the Palm Jumeirah island.

Do you think U.A.E. commercial properties on board the QE2 will be great for your business? SkyDome Properties can help you out in this area as well as with U.A.E. residential properties on the new QE2.

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Concrete In The Limelight At The Big 5 – Good For Property Investment in Dubai

2008-11-26T16:59:00.001+04:00

The 5-day long exhibition held at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre termed The Big 5 ends tomorrow, but not without an unusual commodity preening for all its worth before the doors shut.

Concrete, a construction necessity in the tower-loving Emirate, now has new ways in which it can be replaced, aesthetically enhanced or reinforced. Chemicals experts LANXESS for instance, have focused on colored concrete, which they claim is perfect for use in the property investment in Dubai sector- one that is very high on aesthetic elements.

Liquid Sand Slab is another product set to displace (possibly) concrete altogether. Marketed by German-based company DSI Arteon, this special chemical solution can solidify sand and make it as strong as concrete. The resulting material can even withstand the strain of an airport runway within 24-hours of spraying the chemical on sand or even gravel.

The plus point of this product undoubtedly lies in its cost- lesser than concrete production and procurement. Ultimately, use of a product like the Liquid Sand Slab could reflect on U.A.E. properties prices, which would no doubt reduce.

American company Efficient Building Systems structural concrete forms are yet another offering set on revolutionizing concrete use. The nature of these forms renders wait time for the concrete-curing process unnecessary.

For those interested in buying properties in Dubai, such developments for a building element as vital as concrete can prove to be great for a better property deal. Less time, resources and money for production translates to less expensively priced buildings.

Get to know from SkyDome Properties how you can get the best out of your investment.

U.A.E. Properties Go Green, Investors See Green

2008-11-25T18:25:00.002+04:00

At the 14^th annual energy conference at the Emirates Centre for Strategic Studies and Researches in Dubai, Dr. Mohammed Gargash- the Foreign Affairs Minister of State stated that 40 MW of energy would be required to satisfy the U.A.E.’s local needs by 2020.

Nuclear energy is just one of the solutions proposed to fulfill this demand.

The government, thankfully, is thinking of more alternatives towards curtailing its carbon emissions, one of them being in the U.A.E. properties development sector.

From the seven Emirates, U.A.E. properties for sale in Sharjah are the first to consider implementing green elements. By 2009, rules pertaining to water conservation and management, use of eco-friendly building materials and solar energy generation should take root in the U.A.E. properties sector.

Most residential and commercial property in Dubai consume nearly 70 percent of power. If the Dubai government too considers using environmentally friendlier construction methods and materials, then this level could see a significant reduction.

There are already scattered commercial and U.A.E. residential properties in Dubai making an honest attempt. The Traffic and Patrol Department in the Ministry of Interior’s attempts at controlling traffic congestion and curtailing accidents is viewed as a complementing contribution that would benefit Dubai’s green efforts in the long run.

It remains to be seen whether U.A.E. commercial properties in areas like Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Ras al Khaimah and the like follow Sharjah’s lead and embrace green development. Buying properties in Dubai will no doubt be a more attractive proposition for real estate investors and buyers.

Waterfront U.A.E. Residential Properties – Flavor Du Jour

2008-11-20T18:12:00.001+04:00

The recently held Urban Waterfronts Conference 2008 in Dubai highlighted a few key points in the waterfront property investment area. According to reports presented at the conference, waterfront properties all over the world are going to surpass $500 billion in a short span of five years.

For Dubai, this is good news thanks to its extended shorelines along the Palm Islands and the Dubai Creek.

The Dubai Waterfront project however, is the icing on the cake for waterfront property investment in Dubai. This piece of real estate will add another 820 kilometers to Dubai’s coastline making it almost 12 times the current length.

The Waterfront project is very close to Palm Jebel Ali and there is excellent regard for a Dubai real estate investment in this area among investors. Besides this project, the U.A.E. commercial properties as well as residential properties in areas like Business Bay and Dubai Marina present some excellent waterfront views for occupants.

Building complexes with canal views like the ones offered in Jumeirah Lake Towers and in Dubai Sports City are counted among some of the more desired real estate pockets in the city as well.

Regardless of the housing and commercial property requirements you wish to look at, SkyDome Properties can help you with a range of options that allow you to enjoy the waterfront property of your choice to the fullest.

Of course, it is understood that the recreational and leisure options these properties offer are myriad and add their own charm to living. You could buy a property in Dubai with its very own private pier or you could even buy properties in Abu Dhabi that come with their own private beach.

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Constructing In Bahrain The Best Among U.A.E. Properties

2008-11-20T12:29:00.002+04:00

This statement comes straight from the World Bank and the International Finance Corporation in their annual report Doing Business 2009.

The Sultanate of Bahrain is viewed as another oasis in the Middle East and the U.A.E. properties market largely due to the significantly lesser procedures involved, and the reduced time it takes to obtain a building permit for construction.

Sadly, Dubai does not figure anywhere on this list. Nonetheless, far from being a setback, there are definite plus points to be enjoyed in a Dubai property investment.

Take the recent real estate laws and regulations that were passed in Dubai. These rules place tremendous responsibility on the developer to deliver as promised on the purchased property, in the absence of which investors can rescind their registration.

Developers in turn can bestow residency visas to the party making a Dubai real estate investment with them. The authorities maintain that such measures not only reduce the processes and paperwork involved, but also ascertain that some degree of responsibility on the developer, investor as well as the broker is recognized.

The government is doing all it can to increase ventures for investment property in Dubai, and such balance of power should put Dubai on the next Doing Business list.

Regardless of the current economic situation, there are some fantastic opportunities for property investment in Dubai. Do not contact your nearest dealer to avail of them though, get in touch with an expert in U.A.E. properties for sale.

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Buying Properties in Dubailand Becomes Tough

2008-11-14T16:48:00.002+04:00

Well known as Dubai’s more ambitious projects, a property investment in Dubai at Dubailand is a certain treat for a family. A Dubai Holding initiative, the 3 billion sq. ft. is nothing like Disneyland, it’s Western counterpart.

Nestled among the mishmash of theme parks, shopping spots, restaurants, sport academies, planetariums, cafes and various eco-tourism projects are trendy U.A.E. residential properties. Just imagine the novelty of having your Dubai property investment overlooking the Eiffel Tower in the Falcon City of Wonders or even near the dinosaur theme park.

One thing very apparent is the amount of fun your entire family will have, if you decide to reside at this exciting address. SkyDome Properties has some excellent Dubai apartments for sale in the offing in building complexes like the Remraam Phase. U.A.E. commercial properties are also available in units like the Light Commercial Tower.

Going through the regular channels of buying properties in Dubai at Dubailand could present certain difficulties, not least being the recent rules and regulations surrounding the complex. According to the rules, new contracts entered for sale properties in Dubailand involve adequate measures against breaches of contract, in the occurrence of which compensation will have to be paid if the sale defaults.

While such measures simply protect individuals looking to buy properties in Dubai at Dubailand, it could provide considerable strain for the investor if not properly guided by a real estate firm.

SkyDome Properties can help you out here with exclusive consultations and help with U.A.E. properties for sale in Dubailand. Contact us to learn more.

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Missing Trends - More Americans Buying Properties In Dubai

2008-11-13T16:39:00.001+04:00

All eyes are on America right now, what with Barack Obama’s election as the new US president. From the policies he is professing to implement, America seems poised to be known as the land of opportunities once again.

A lot of Emiratis however, are skeptical. Dr. Geoff Pound of Experiencing the Emirates found himself the recipient of correspondences from several Americans who thought of changing tack and heading to the U.A.E. - to combat unemployment in their home country. Such behavior remains true to population trends all over the world.

It is just a matter of time until the American expat population rises to meet the European and Asian numbers, which are significant to say the least.

The Dubai property investment sector is prepared though. From high-rises and Dubai apartments for sale to U.A.E. residential properties in suburban areas, the choice is varied for Americans.

Of course, for most foreign nationals, the gulf weather might prove to be a deterrent as it is dryer and more arid compared to American climate. The infrastructure and facilities provided by the government however, take care of this concern.

Any Abu Dhabi properties or apartments and villas come fully equipped with the amenities required to maintain a lifestyle that makes the best of the weather. Even bus stops, public transports and public areas are air-conditioned. Dubai, thanks to its high foreigner population (1.2 million) has no choice but to arrange for such provisions.

So if you are an American thinking of purchasing or even interested in an investment property in Dubai, all you have to do is get in touch with a reliable real estate firm to make your choice.

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The Malls Of Dubai – Buy A Property In Dubai Next To One & Enjoy The Benefits

2008-11-12T13:23:00.001+04:00

Malls feature high on the places to visit and experience in any urban location. Harrods in London, the Sunway Pyramid in Malaysia and Macy’s in New York are in a way symbolic of the cities they occupy.

Dubai, however cannot hope for just one mall to symbolize its entire retail culture. The Golden Emirate is no candidate for mediocrity- certainly not with the cornucopia of malls it has to offer.

The latest and hottest commercial property in Dubai is the Dubai Mall with its 10-level parking and record-breaking acrylic panel that is part of the in-house aquarium.

The predecessors for the Dubai Mall are no less extravagant. Mall of the Emirates, which houses the Middle East’s first indoor ski resort, tops this list for the very same reason.

Just like the rate of development noticeable in the Dubai property investment sector, the various malls- new and existing, are reflections of this development. From the ambitious construction designs to the host of amenities and recreational options available- the various malls in Dubai are all for making shopping or simply passing the time more fun and life more convenient.

Take Mall of the Emirates for instance. Shoppers can skip off to the replica Swiss village resort at the indoor skiing course for a day of snow-filled frolic, and can attend midday prayers at the mosque on the third floor as well. Talk about a comprehensive shopping experience!

SkyDome Properties, one of Dubai’s leading property investment concerns suggest U.A.E. residential properties close to shopping areas for those who wish to make the best of such recreational options. We can even help you out with queries for U.A.E. commercial properties located in shopping malls and souks.

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Some New Firsts And Sisterly Developments In The U.A.E.

2008-10-31T08:40:00.007+04:00

Dr. Geoff Pound at Experiencing the Emirates claims the U.A.E. has been 'always besotted with world records' and cites the recent announcement to introduce internet domain names in Arabic as a prime example. We couldn't agree more with this.

In the housing and construction sector, this feeling has always been uninhibitedly displayed. Architectural marvels like the Burj Al Arab and the kilometer-long Nakheel Harbor & Tower have added their own appeal to this eminently U.A.E. properties fascination.

In light of Dubai's attempts to go green, the Middle East's largest photo-voltaic manufacturing plant simply adds to this growing list of 'firsts'. The plant is expected to generate energy from waste and if the Dubai Municipality division's plans are anything to go by then a rating system for buildings will spearhead the change, effectively inviting a new style of construction.

What better setting to make your Dubai property investment in!

Moves like these are necessary for a region where skyscrapers jostle with tourists and double up congestion and pollution levels. Already, campaigns instigated by the RTC and Dubai Police have led to a reduction in road fatalities.

If matters continue to improve in such a speedy manner than it will not only benefit Dubai real estate investment but also spread its reach to the Abu Dhabi properties sector. Indeed, this could even result in the latter Emirate being on par with a well-planned city like Brisbane ultimately becoming its sister city!

Drop by SkyDome Properties if you want to know more about buying properties in Dubai in light of developments like these.

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Real Estate Investment In Dubai For Expatriates

2008-10-31T08:40:00.006+04:00

In 2006, statistics revealed a surge in Dubai's population from 1.130 million to 1.422 million. This feat took barely a year to achieve- notwithstanding the number of tourists who visited the country.

In 2007, there was a total population of 4.48 million people noted in Dubai with expatriates numbering a whopping 3.62 million.

The numbers speak volumes for the expatriate population currently residing in Dubai. Engaged in everything from construction to banking and menial labor, the expatriate community in Dubai is a growing one and very lately, thriving as well.

The lure of high salaries and world-class amenities are perhaps some of the major attractions for this section leading them to purchase U.A.E. residential properties as well as commercial property in Dubai.

SkyDome Properties has noticed a demand for locations with villa projects like Al Reef Villas and the regional theme villas in Jumeirah Park. Exclusive addresses in Business Bay like Churchill Residency and Emirates Park Towers and even those in the recreation and sports-intensive Dubai Sports City find a mention in the skyscrapers favored by expatriates.

From the earlier economic boom in Dubai to the present stagnancy, expatriates are loathe to let go of the dream that is Dubai. At the rate at which the population is matching strides with the growing availability of property investment in Dubai, there will be no problem finding accommodation suited for any and every pocket.

Get in touch with SkyDome Properties for absolutely reasonable deals on investment property in Dubai.

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Great Time To Set Up Shop In U.A.E.

2008-10-23T17:35:00.002+04:00

The retail investment sector is finding itself on the receiving end of a lot of incentives, the least of which on no account is the allowance made by the Dubai International Financial Exchange for local investors. The exchange will allow investors to list, trade, sell and clear the local currency in dirhams.

Moves like these expect investors to enjoy a regional diversification of their portfolio and are projected to provide them with a lot of impetus for growth and success.

In terms of Dubai real estate investment, this is certainly good news. Obtaining commercial property in Dubai will become that much more financially viable now. If you are an investor looking to buy properties in Abu Dhabi or in Dubai itself, then have a look at the listings currently on SkyDome Properties.

Select from a choice of a lakeview U.A.E. commercial properties to U.A.E. properties for sale in the futuristic Exchange Tower. If you are on the lookout for unusual commercial properties than the Iris Bay's half dome is perfect for your business.

However, before you select a property on the basis of looks and veiws alone, be sure to check out how well suited the property actually is for your business with help from your Dubai real estate investment company.

Certain real estate consultants and brokers add unnecessary costs to a Dubai property investment. At SkyDome Properties we can supply you with the best options for your commercial property.

Buyers Of U.A.E. Properties Will See More Green

2008-10-22T14:26:00.002+04:00

While commercial property in Dubai and U.A.E. residential properties command a higher position in the real estate market, there are other sections that simply cannot be overlooked.

Take parks for instance. Currently the Dubai infrastructure makes provisions for four types of parks- parks with ponds and lakes, public parks, community parks and neighborhood parks. Additionally, whether it be an amusement park for children, recreational complexes for adults or simply a garden to have a leisurely walk in, these public places are a must.

Any Dubai apartment for sale and even U.A.E. residential properties advertisements will feature a patch of green, which just goes on to show how much of an appeal these urban elements have.

In the light of this need, the impetus that is being given to investment in parks and similar public recreational zones lately by the government is highly commendable. According to a statement made by the Director of Public Parks Department in Abu Dhabi, Abdul Aziz Al Gureishi there are arrangements being made to provide free internet access for park visitors.

If you are planning to buy property in Dubai on the other hand, there is even more good news. Dawood Al Hajri, Director of the Planning Department for Dubai Municipality recently announced plans that include a whopping number of at least 70 parks and recreation areas!

There is heavy investment in parks underway and soon your Dubai real estate investment will further enhance not only your way of living but also the way you enjoy your living! SkyDome Properties can help you select an investment property in Dubai that will best provide you with a space to loosen up and relax.

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Boom Times For People With Abu Dhabi Properties

2008-10-17T13:27:00.002+04:00

All this talk about Dubai has detracted us from another equally (if not more) prosperous Emirate- Abu Dhabi. After Dubai, this city ranks as the most populous city in the U.A.E.

Quite naturally, given the similarities between the two Emirates, Abu Dhabi properties experience a high demand as well.

This predominantly island region is surrounded by the Persian Gulf on the north and the Sultanates of Saudi and Oman on the south and east respectively. With a 5.6 percent population growth rate, Abu Dhabi properties are being developed at a faster rate to accomodate the labor and the residents pouring into the city.

If you are looking to buy properties in Abu Dhabi, then this could be a great time to begin your U.A.E. properties investment.

According to the 12th annual World Wealth Report released a few days back by Merrill Lynch and Capgemini, the U.A.E.'s high net worth individuals (HNWI) escalated to 79,000 from 68,000 in 2007. In comparison, the average net worth for Abu Dhabi's citizens is an impressive US$ 17 million.

A number of ambitious projects are being undertaken and are currently in the works in Abu Dhabi, the New York State University being just one of them. Twenty nine percent of future GCC (Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf) plans are being jointly handled with major participation from Abu Dhabi as well.

You don't want to miss being a part of this wave of change. Buy a property in Abu Dhabi with analytic help from SkyDome Properties. We can help you with your U.A.E. properties investment.

Another "World’s Tallest Tower" To Figure Among U.A.E. Properties

2008-10-16T17:12:00.002+04:00

Every time you turn around, it seems that nations are either constructing or announcing plans for a new building to fill the spot of the world’s tallest tower.

To be fair, a major player in this field is Dubai which, until yesterday had the Burj Dubai to boast about. The new project expected to surpass the Burj tower in height is the Nakheel Harbour and Tower with its one kilometer height and the only inner city harbor. This, is truly human ambition personified!

The developer responsible for this project Nakheel is a subsidiary of the Dubai government’s investment company. According to the press kit released by the developer, the tower is going to primarily incorporate Islamic influences as reflected in the ‘gardens of Alhambra in Spain, the harbor of Alexandria in Egypt, the promenade of Tangier in Morocco and the bridges of Isfahan in Iran.’

From the design plans let out, these architectural elements are certain to be breath taking when integrated with the tower concept. Needless to say, this is going to be another feather in the cap for property investment in Dubai.

From a commercial point of view, the Nakheel Harbour and Tower is expected to be a prime spot for commercial property in Dubai with 45,000 people expected to be employed in the various offices. Residentially speaking, those interested in buying properties in Dubai at the NHT will have a lot of options as it is expected to house more than 55,000 people.

So where will you be when this project is completed? To know the Dubai real estate investment potential you have for a property in the Nakheel Harbour and Tower get in touch with SkyDome Properties.

The Ultimate In Luxury Villas In Dubai – Brought To You By SkyDome Properties

2008-10-01T10:40:00.014+04:00

Some of the very best plots that the Dubai property investment business can boast of are luxury villas that are simply magnificent. Fortunately, SkyDome Properties has access to the best locations in the U.A.E. residential properties listings.

Two up and coming projects that deserve a mention are the luxury villas in Jumeirah Islands and in Emirates Hills.

With sprawling lands that have a spread of 7,000-8,452 Sq. Ft., villas in these locations provide spectacular lake views for residents. Nothing less than a 5-bedroom house can be found on the U.A.E. residential properties villa listings.

Furthermore, pioneering real estate development firms Nakheel and Emaar have developed these exclusive U.A.E. properties. These are respected names in the Dubai real estate investment business and homes constructed and developed by them are considered extremely profitable in the long run (in terms of resale value).

Currently these projects are still in the completion phase and are expected to be ready by the beginning of the New Year. Perfect for the start of a new phase in your life!

SkyDome Properties can assist you in the financing plans for your residential property investment in Dubai and help you select the villa that is best suited to your tastes and lifestyle preferences. For instance, villas in the Jumeirah Islands are in close vicinity to the commercial areas while living in Emirates Hills is akin to co-existing with nature (albeit in luxury).

Make a studied choice with the help of SkyDome Properties and make your dreams of owning a villa come true.

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Looking For A Dubai Apartment For Sale? Get Past The Hassles First

2008-10-01T10:40:00.013+04:00

The villa eviction campaign is heating up and the Dubai real estate investment scenario looks grim from a lot of angles. However, according to U.A.E. properties analysts there is a distinct rise in demand for homes and plots projected in the near future.

The steep rise of Dubai apartment for sale prices has reached a high of 63 percent since last year as revealed by a recent survey by The National. This is however, offset by the rise of villa prices, which have increased to 76 percent.

Regardless of these Dubai property investment concerns, SkyDome Properties holds the key to an extensive portfolio of prime real estate in Dubai and elsewhere in the U.A.E. A Dubai apartment for sale listed with us is a property that is going to benefit your real estate portfolio significantly.

Projects like Bay Square and Hamilton Tower located in Business Bay, Sky Courts located in Dubai Land and the Downtown Jebel Ali areas are renowned for the easy accessibility they provide and the growth potential they present.

Most of these projects however, are yet to be completed and those interested in these U.A.E. properties for sale can build their finance portfolio by investing in these properties for the future. SkyDome Properties further list these exclusive Dubai apartments for sale as a tremendously lucrative investment potential.

Browse through our extensive database of Dubai apartments before you go ahead with buying properties in Dubai. Research wisely for a profitable investment.

For further information, visit SkyDome Properties.

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Green Living In Dubai At Luxurious SkyDome Properties

2008-10-01T10:40:00.012+04:00

A growing trend that is fast becoming a fixture in various media and culture is eco-living or ‘going green’. Referring to a lifestyle that is as minimally damaging to the surrounding environment as it can get, green living is a fabulous option that many are embracing.

One of the foremost emulators of green living is the housing and interiors sectors, which have generated a massive demand for a life that is environmentally conscious. The West is not alone though; such a concept has gained momentum in implementation even in U.A.E. properties and real estate.

In fact, a priority subject that is going to be addressed at the International Standards Organization (ISO) meet in Dubai City in October is going to be the effect of the U.A.E. construction business on the environment and ecology.

One of the existing measures for eco-friendly construction in Dubai however is a very important rating system known as Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED). Abu Dhabi properties are currently in the process of implementing such a building code.

The Mirdif City Center (a shopping center in Uptown Dubai) is presently the first shopping destination in Dubai that will be following the green code. Numerous U.A.E. commercial properties and investment property in Dubai are expected to follow suit.

SkyDome Properties listings include Dubai real estate investment with illustrious developers like Emmar, Nakheel, Tameer, Damac and the Sanali Group.

To select a Dubai apartment for sale or an investment property in Dubai that is efficiently green, contact the SkyDome Properties office on Sheikh Zayed Road or else mail us.

Property Investment In Dubai Brightening Up For Women

2008-10-01T10:40:00.011+04:00

While the women in Nepal may not be having things so easy in the fledgling government, the female populace is definitely making big strides where societal roles are concerned.

The Dubai government is partly responsible for a majority of the reforms noticed lately in Dubai and Eve’s Tower is just one of the nation’s more ambitious projects.

Targeted at women, this 20-storey investment property in Dubai is being developed by Hydra properties as part of their series of five Hydra Towers Project. A fascinating concept, this particular Dubai property investment is unique as it makes provisions for only women as owners.

Sure men can work in this commercial property in Dubai, but it will ultimately be women who will have a say in owning this particular real estate pie. As put by the chief executive, the tower is going to be a symbol of and tribute to the ‘nurturing spirit of womanhood the world over.’

A very big statement and one filled with enormous hope for the role of women in the Middle East, such a project is a precedent of sorts, not only for women but also for Dubai real estate investment.

SkyDome Properties incidentally, is privy to exclusive commercial property in Dubai located in the Business Bay area. Eve’s Tower is just one of many grand properties in the trendy commercial district.

If you are woman interested in buying properties in Dubai in the Business Bay area, get to know more about the options and real estate opportunities at your disposal with the help of SkyDome Properties. Dubai is growing in leaps and bounds and why should you miss your part in the race for progress?