10 checklist points to reduce the risk of investment, Dubai 2025 guide

Issue: Handovers delayed or compromised in quality

Solution:

• Check the developer’s RERA registration
• Check handover times for historical projects on DLD
• For reviewing the feedback of an investor use tools such as Bayut; Property Monitor

1 Tip for 2025: Unless protected with escrow contracts, stay away from first-time or unfamiliar developers.

Issue: Buying restricted or leasehold zones

Solution:

• Home much closer to freehold areas such as Downtown, Dubai Hills, Business Bay or JVC
• Request an Agent Not to Mention a possession map.

Off-plan: whether or not the title deed is issued after completion

The situation: You are persuaded to invest, despite misleading or false information; when it is time to collect your profits there are so many hidden costs and that the capital you initially outlayed turns into a few scrapings on the rough ground.

Solution:

• Break down the full cost
• Type of Cost Typical % or AED
• DLD Registration Fee 4% of Property Value
• Agency Commission 2%–3%
• Service Charges (per annum) AED 10–30 per sq. ft. ft.
• Mortgage Arrangement Fee -1% of loan amount + VAT

Issue: Misleading by unauthorised agents

Solution:

• Request the broker’s BRN (Broker Registration Number)
• Verify through the Dubai REST app
• Do not under any circumstances send funds to a personal account
• Dubai Housing is one of the secured & experienced companies for right assistance

Problem: Buying in “isolated” communities

Solution:

• Visit the location physically
• Proximity to public transport, schools, hospitals and malls
• Query the handover timeline of the community if it is under construction.

But, yes, in such like community the buyer can purchase affordable range of properties that serves investment opportunities to the first time buyers and seasonal investors. 
So below you can see some of the leading and family oriented communities located in the heart of Dubai that standards out in every way because every development here makes the difference, so see which can fit you the best: -

Issue: Launch lateness, revision in design or cancellation

Solution:

• Invest only to DLD escrow-compliant projects
• Ask for construction progress reports
• Select developers with construction-linked payment plans

Issue: Low rental yield / high seed period

Solution:

• Market data is available online to study or compare the communities
• Seek the average rental yield within the vicinity.
• Make the developer give a rental guarantee (this is heard in almost all the deals pre-launch of 2025)

High-Demand Areas in Dubai with Strong Rental Appreciation (2024–2025)

These are some important areas where the investors can expect high rental yield, and also, the demand for studio or 1 BR apartment is extremely higher here, and if you want to know more, then do your research because that is the key to meet the real information.

• Review Your SPA By a Real Estate Lawyer
• Verify the timelines of refund, handover terms, and delay penalties.
• No skimping on snagging details

The Issue: An Asset (In this case, property) that you are unable to convert back into cash quickly.

Solution:

• Invest in locations with high resale such as JVC, Arjan, Al Furjan or Downtown
• Best: Prefer for smaller units — faster resale (studios, 1BRs)
• Enquire about exit fees (some developers charge up to 7%)

Problem: Investing in stagnant locations

Solution:

• Dubai 2040 Master Plan
• These development trends are anticipated to continue into the future, so investors should look into investing in growth corridors such as Dubai South (DWC), Expo City and MBR City
• Find investments near new metros or free zones, and latest addition of Blue Line. Dubai metro will uplift the value of many communities, and below is the list where you can see where the demand for property is going to increase rapidly: -

Avoid emotional buying because this can trap you in a wrong direction. Do your due diligence. Make use of what tools are available to you (Dubai REST, RERA, DLD portals) and do not shy away from asking a legal/financial advisor because their score knowledge and right assistance will the buyers have a secured investment because buying a property is not a concern, but picking up the right option makes the difference.