Dubai's Property Market Off to a Powerhouse Start in 2026 Dubai's real estate sector has kicked off 2026 with remarkable force, and if you've been sitting on the fence about investing, the latest numbers might just convince you to act. Dubai's residential real estate market maintained steady momentum in the first quarter of 2026, recording more than 44,000 transactions as strong off-plan demand...
Are Dubai's real estate developers really okay? Will my off-plan investment get delivered on time? Should I be worried? At Olives Homes, we hear these questions every single day. So, let's unpack what's actually happening on the ground — and why the answer might surprise you. Top Dubai Developers Are Not Budging on Prices Here's the headline that's been circulating and it matters: top property...
When tensions flare across the Middle East, the first thing people expect is panic — especially in real estate. Investors sell. Listings flood the market. Prices wobble. But that's not what's happening in Dubai. Not even close. Dubai's residential property sector continues to demonstrate remarkable stability despite rising geopolitical tensions across the Middle East, with nearly 85% of landlords...
If you've been keeping an eye on the UAE real estate scene lately, you've probably noticed something interesting — people aren't just buying properties anymore. They're staying. And one of the biggest reasons behind this shift? The UAE Golden Visa. What was once seen as a short-term investment hub is now becoming a place people genuinely want to call home. The Golden Visa programme is at the heart...
If you've been following the news coming out of Dubai lately, the dramatic footage from Palm Jumeirah on February 28, 2026 probably caught your attention. A fire broke out near the entrance of one of the island's most famous luxury hotels — Fairmont The Palm — after debris landed in a nearby car park during the broader regional escalation involving Iran. The good news? The hotel...
If you've been watching the headlines lately, you might wonder — is Dubai's property market in trouble? Between rising geopolitical tensions in the wider Middle East and cautious global sentiment, you'd be forgiven for thinking investors are pulling back. But here's the truth: Dubai's real estate market isn't just surviving — it's still closing $100 million deals. Let's break down what's...
Dubai’s skyline is about to get a massive upgrade—and no, we aren’t just talking about another skyscraper. DMCC (Dubai Multi Commodities Centre) has officially pulled back the curtain on its next architectural marvel: a 600-meter-plus supertall tower that will anchor the rapidly expanding Uptown Dubai district. The announcement, made by Ahmed Bin Sulayem, Executive Chairman and CEO of DMCC,...
Think the Dubai property market takes a break during the Holy Month? Think again. While the traditional view was that real estate activity slows down during Ramadan, the data for 2026 tells a completely different story. Recent market reports, including insights from Khaleej Times, predict a significant 8-12% surge in real estate activity during Ramadan 2026. At Oliveshomes.com, we’ve...
If you've been living in Dubai and struggling with skyrocketing rents over the past few years, there's some encouraging news on the horizon. Dubai rents are expected to cool down as a wave of new property supply enters the market, reshaping the city's real estate landscape in ways that could finally tip the balance in favor of tenants. Let's dive deep into what's happening, why it matters,...
If you’ve been following the property market in Abu Dhabi, you know things are moving fast. But every once in a while, a deal comes along that signals just how serious the growth really is. This week, Aldar Properties—Abu Dhabi’s biggest listed developer—announced a massive $1 billion issuance of hybrid notes to the global investment giant Apollo Global Management. At Olives Homes, we...