Dubai Real Estate Unplugged

What can missing out on millions in real estate teach you about making them? Before the 2008 crash, Paul owned 15 off plan properties across Dubai. He lost 14 of them after the financial crisis, left with just one apartment by the end of 2009. That apartment, a Tiara Residence unit he’d bought for AED 2.3M, had been offered to him at AED 5.5M in May 2008. He turned it down. By November 2011, he sold it for AED 1.9M. Today, that same unit would cost you AED 5 to 5.5M. Paul and Steven explain ...

In this episode of Dubai Real Estate Unplugged, Paul Sharland and Steven Leckie introduce the Investment Playbook: our guide and now yours for investing in Dubai’s dynamic real estate market. Serving as an extension of the Playbook, this episode pulls together key strategies, market intelligence and core takeaways into a short, sharp listen – ideal for investors who want the highlights before diving deeper. The conversation explores Dubai’s rise as a global safe haven, ongoing population grow...

In this episode, Simon and Steven unpack the global investment shake-up and why all signs point to Dubai. With mounting taxes, bureaucratic hurdles, and shrinking yields in markets like London, New York, and Paris, investors are seeking smarter opportunities. Enter Dubai: a city offering tax free income, double-digit rental yields, a currency pegged to the US Dollar, and long term stability that’s winning over families and high net worth individuals alike. From soaring returns to investor fri...

In this episode, sit down with Luke Remington, Managing Director at haus & haus and Emma Campbell, Director of Short Term Leasing, as they introduce Designhaus Collection—Dubai’s game-changing property furnishing service. Born from haus & haus Holidays, this innovative solution helps investors transform empty properties into beautifully furnished, rental-ready spaces in just two weeks. With stylish, high-quality packages and a seamless process, Designhaus Collection takes the hassle o...

Dubai’s property market is on the rise, with 170,000 new residents in 2024, a 6% GDP growth forecast, and an expected 50,000 new businesses. With soaring property prices and massive economic growth on the horizon, 2025 is set to be a game-changer. What does this mean for investors, buyers, and tenants? In this episode, Paul & Steven break down the key trends shaping Dubai’s real estate landscape—from emerging investment hotspots to long-term residency shifts and the growth of new business...

This week, Founder and Director Luke Remington is joined by experts Jake Walton (Leasing Director), Thomas Poulson (Sales Director), and Mokhtar El Kouche (Off Plan & Investment Manager). They dive into the highly anticipated 2024 Market Reports, exploring property market trends across 30+ vibrant Dubai communities, including Arabian Ranches, Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC), Jumeirah Lakes Towers, and more. They look into 2024's shift in buyer preferences and the long-term impact of governm...

In this episode of Dubai Real Estate Unplugged, host Steven Leckie sits down with longtime client and friend Nicholas Horsburgh. Nick shares why he and his wife chose Dubai as their retirement haven—a city that’s redefining what golden years can look like. From its multicultural charm and strategic location to smart investment opportunities, Nick’s journey proves Dubai isn’t just for the young and ambitious. Tune in for a story of friendship, wise choices, and building a retirement lifestyle ...

After a tumultuous few weeks in the UK after the budget announcement, Steven and Luke welcome back seasoned investor Minesh who is selling up everything in the country and reinvesting in the UAE. The guys discuss what the new Labour government's budget means for local and overseas landlords, and which way they think the economic winds are now blowing. You'll need a cup of tea for this one. Love our podcast? Got feedback? Send us a text message. The haus & haus Investment Playbook: ht...