Faqs
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions?
Dubai offers strong capital appreciation, no income tax, and high rental yields. Choosing ZāZEN means investing in real estate developers in Dubai with a proven track record of delivering properties for sale that offer liveability, sustainability and long-term value.
Yes. We provide off-plan properties in Dubai with flexible payment plans and attractive post-handover options. These homes come with ZāZEN’s signature finish and are ideal for both end-users and real estate investors.
The easiest way to book a property is to get in touch with ZāZEN sales team, who will guide you through each step with clarity and transparency.
Yes, all ZāZEN projects are fully registered and compliant with RERA regulations in Dubai, ensuring complete transparency and legal security for our buyers and investors.
Foreign nationals are granted the privilege of property ownership in designated freehold zones across Dubai. This extends the opportunity for expatriates and international buyers, not residing in the UAE, to secure absolute ownership rights, free from leasehold or usufruct obligations, with the option to retain these rights for an impressive duration of up to 99 years.
Noteworthy details to bear in mind:
Title deeds are formally issued through the Dubai Land Department.
Property ownership is not constrained by age limitations.
Among the sought-after freehold areas in Dubai are Business Bay, Downtown Dubai, Discovery Gardens, Palm Jumeirah and DIFC Dubai. It is worth highlighting that Dubai's property acquisition regulations are often regarded as more permissive compared to other emirates within the UAE.
Foreign nationals are permitted to purchase property in the United Arab Emirates under specific conditions. Property acquisition with complete ownership rights is permissible in designated freehold zones, while in other areas within the UAE, tenancy rights over the physical structure are the norm.
In the freehold zones, foreign property owners may become eligible for the highly sought-after UAE Golden Visa. Notably, there are various freehold zones in Dubai where these regulations apply. Please seek independent advice from legal and tax professionals and relevant local authorities before making any decision.
Delayed handovers are one of the potential risks that individuals face. This is where the discipline of the developer comes into play. Make sure to read the sales agreement carefully and visit the project site before making a decision.
The other risk is the change in Market Conditions and its impact on appreciation of the property and the resultant challenges in liquidating ready-to-move-in properties.
From a foreign investment perspective, properties referred to as freehold in Dubai are those located in “designated areas” in which non-nationals can own an absolute interest in land and/or units. Such a property is registered in the owner’s name through a Title Deed with the Dubai Land Department. If you own a freehold property, you have the right to sell, lease or rent the property at your discretion in accordance with the local regulations.
I want a step-by-step process to purchase an off-plan property.
1. Set your budget, choose your location, research.
2. Find a project that fairs well on all your needs.
3. Book your interest via phone, website or email.
4. Let the project executive/sales rep help you understand the nitty-gritties of the project.
5. Zero in on the project, go visit the site to make sure that the construction is under way and only then choose the best unit based on your priorities.
6. Understand the buyer and seller agreement and understand the terms of sale properly. Make sure there is an Escrow Account linked to this project and check up on the project on the Dubai Land Department (DLD) website.
7. Once all the details are finalized, block your unit by paying the reservation fee as well as reviewing the Sales Purchase Agreement (SPA) and signing it if you are in agreement with the same.
8. Once 20% of the purchase price has been paid, plus any fees and other government related costs (DLD) are cleared, your SPA will be registered in the Dubai Land Department’s qood system. Make sure this happens!.
9. You will then receive the initial contract of sale from DLD which is an official document showing your ownership of the unit/s.
10. Follow through on the rest of the payments as per the milestones mentioned in the Payment Plan.
11. Usually a month before completion, the developer will issue a notice of completion, at which time your final balance payment will be due. Based on the clearance of this payment, the Developer will issue a No Objection Certificate (NOC). This NOC informs the DLD that all your dues are cleared and payments have been made. It also allows you to transfer the Title Deed of the unit into your name.
12. You will then have to register the Title Deed at the DLD office and pay the fees. Thereafter you will be invited to carry out a final check of your unit/s. Visit your unit and point out any issues which you would like rectified. Make sure they have delivered on what they promised!
13. Receive your welcome pack, activate your services and move in. Welcome home.
You can sell the off-plan property even before the completion date in Dubai. The first step to sell an off the plan property is to consult with the developer and know the payment to be made in order to obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC).
While the amount tentatively revolves around 25-40% of the purchase price, it might vary depending on the developer’s policy. Once the NOC has been obtained, you are free to sell the property.
Certainly.
However, it is important to note that mortgages for off-plan properties in Dubai are offered at a maximum loan-to-value ratio of 50%, and this can only be accrued once the buyer has paid off 50% of the property. Banks also have a say on the type of projects they wish to finance when it comes to off-plan properties.
An alternative to the above is the attractive post-handover payment plan for off-plan properties in Dubai, which have significantly reduced the burden on investors, especially first-time buyers. For details, refer to our Payment Plan.