Emaar, DAMAC, and Azizi compared in a first-time buyer’s guide to Dubai property developers in 2026.

Emaar, DAMAC or Azizi? A First-Time Buyer’s Guide to Dubai’s Top Developers in 2026

One of the first questions every first-time buyer asks us at Mehras Home Real Estate isn't "which area should I buy in" — it's "which developer can I actually trust?" Fair question. In a city with hundreds of active developers, picking the wrong one can mean delayed handovers, disappointing finishes, or resale headaches down the line. The latest 2026 sales data actually gives us a clear picture of...

Off-plan vs ready properties in Dubai, comparing benefits, risks, prices, and investment potential

Off-Plan vs Ready Properties in Dubai: Why 70% of Buyers Are Choosing Off-Plan in 2026

Walk into almost any property conversation in Dubai this year, and off-plan will come up within the first five minutes. And for good reason — off-plan properties now account for roughly 70% of all real estate transactions and value in the emirate, with a single month recently recording over 10,300 off-plan deals worth more than AED 31 billion. But popular doesn't automatically mean "right for you."...

56,600 new homes coming to Dubai as the city’s residential property supply continues to expand.

56,600 New Homes Are Coming to Dubai This Year — What It Actually Means for You

Dubai is about to get a lot more crowded with "for sale" signs — in a good way. According to Colliers' latest UAE Real Estate Market Report, the emirate is expected to welcome approximately 56,600 new residential units by the end of 2026. That's on top of an already record-breaking pace of deliveries earlier in the year. If you're planning to buy, rent, or invest in Dubai property, this single number...

Dubai real estate market trends

Dubai Real Estate Market September 2026: Is It Cooling Down, or Just Growing Up?

If you've been following the property headlines lately, you've probably noticed two very different stories being told at the same time. One says Dubai real estate is unstoppable. The other says the market is finally cooling off. So which one is true? Having spent years on the ground at Mehras Home Real Estate, talking to buyers, sellers, and investors every single day, we can tell you it's neither —...