Off-plan
Early access to new launches from Emaar, Sobha, DAMAC, Nakheel and other leading developers, with payment plans compared side by side.
Off-plan and ready property in Dubai's strongest communities, chosen with real transaction data and handled for you from first shortlist to title deed.
Freehold ownership for foreigners, no tax on rental income and regulated developer payments. Here is what that means for your capital.
No personal income tax on rental income and no capital gains tax when you sell.
Property worth AED 2 million or more can qualify you and your family for 10-year residency.
Foreign buyers can fully own property in designated freehold areas, in their own name.
Off-plan instalments go into regulated escrow accounts released as construction progresses.
Developers offer staged payment plans, some with part of the price due after handover.
The dirham is pegged to the US dollar, which keeps currency risk predictable.
One point of contact for the whole purchase, whether it is your first apartment or the next unit in your portfolio.
Early access to new launches from Emaar, Sobha, DAMAC, Nakheel and other leading developers, with payment plans compared side by side.
Handover-ready units and resale opportunities, including below-original-price deals, checked against recent DLD transactions.
We structure your purchase to meet the 10-year residency criteria and guide you through the application.
A free valuation based on recent sales in your building, then marketing and negotiation to get you the best price.
A property investment of AED 2 million or more can qualify you for the UAE's renewable 10-year Golden Visa. We plan your purchase so it meets the criteria from the start.
Each area serves a different goal. The figures are medians from DLD-registered sales and rental contracts over the last 12 months.
Green master community around an 18-hole golf course, with schools, a mall and steady tenant demand.
Waterfront city beside the Ras Al Khor wildlife sanctuary, with skyline views and new phases still launching.
Limited beachfront supply and an international buyer pool for luxury apartments and villas.
The Burj Khalifa district, with year-round tourist demand for holiday-home rentals.
Developer-built quality between Meydan and the Creek, popular with end-users and investors. Figures for Al Merkadh.
Lagoon-themed townhouses and villas at accessible entry prices for the villa segment.
Source: Dubai Land Department data via DXBinteract, October 2026. Past performance is no guarantee of future returns.
Enter a price, a payment plan and an expected rent. You get the full cash schedule, purchase costs and your gross and net yield.
Send your numbers to us on WhatsApp. We check them against real rents, service charges and payment plans and suggest matching properties.
Estimate for orientation only. Costs include the 4% DLD transfer fee and typical trustee and admin charges, which vary by developer and transaction. Rent and service charges depend on the building.
Most costly errors in Dubai are not about the market. They happen in the details of a single deal.
Asking prices can sit well above what units actually trade for. We check every offer against DLD-registered sales in the same building.
The 4% DLD transfer fee, trustee and admin fees and, on resale, an agency fee come on top of the price.
Annual charges are billed per square foot and differ widely between buildings. They are the gap between gross and net yield.
Developers usually require a minimum share of the price paid before you can resell. Know the rule before you plan an exit.
Every Dubai agent must hold a RERA broker card. Ask for the BRN and verify it in the official Dubai REST app.
Renders sell the building. The developer's delivery record protects your money, so we check it first.
| Step | Buying alone | With Signature Properties |
|---|---|---|
| Selection | Endless listings, many already sold or duplicated. | A short, verified shortlist that fits your goal and budget. |
| Price | Asking price taken at face value. | An offer based on real transaction data, negotiated for you. |
| Costs | Fees and service charges discovered late. | Full cost and yield calculation before you commit. |
| Paperwork | MOU, Form F, SPA and DLD steps handled alone, often from abroad. | Every document prepared and checked, with remote signing where possible. |
| After purchase | Handover and tenant search on your own. | Snagging, keys and leasing support until the first rent arrives. |
Signature Properties is a Dubai-based real estate advisory for international investors. We focus on a small number of clients at a time, so every purchase gets the attention of a private office rather than a sales floor.
Every recommendation starts with DLD transaction data, not brochures.
The same advisor from first call to handover, in your own language.
If a deal doesn't fit your goal, we tell you and show you a better one.
A clear path that works whether you are in Dubai or buying from abroad.
We define your budget, goal and timeline in a short call.
You receive hand-picked options with prices, payment plans and yield estimates.
We secure your unit with a booking or EOI and negotiate the terms.
The sales agreement is signed and registered with the Dubai Land Department.
Snagging, keys and leasing support if you want the property rented.
Answer four quick questions and we'll send a matching shortlist to your WhatsApp.
The short answers. For your own case, talk to us directly.
Yes. In designated freehold areas, which include every community on this page, foreign buyers can own property 100% in their own name. You don't need UAE residency to buy.
Plan for the 4% Dubai Land Department transfer fee plus trustee and admin fees. On resale there is usually a 2% agency fee plus VAT. With a mortgage, add the 0.25% mortgage registration fee and bank charges. The calculator above shows the full breakdown.
Yes, several UAE banks lend to non-residents. Expect a larger down payment than residents pay, often around 40–50% of the price, depending on the bank and your profile.
Dubai has no annual property tax and no personal income tax on rental income or capital gains. Your home country may still tax this income, so check with a tax advisor there.
Off-plan projects must be registered with RERA, and your payments go into a regulated escrow account that is released to the developer as construction progresses. The developer's delivery record matters just as much, so we check it before recommending a project.
Yes. Documents can be signed digitally or through a power of attorney, and payments are made by international transfer. Many of our clients complete their purchase from abroad.
Own property worth at least AED 2 million, in one unit or across several. Use the eligibility check above or ask us to review your case. Final approval rests with the UAE authorities.
Yes. We start with a free valuation based on recent DLD sales in your building, then market the property and negotiate the sale for you.
Tell us what you're looking for. You get a personal reply on WhatsApp or by email, in English, German, Russian, Hindi or Urdu.