Laws

Discover UAE laws you need to know about as a resident. From renters’  and buyers’ guides to moving guides, Property Finder has all the details.

February 8, 2016
Easiest way to obtain Emirates ID, visa and driving license in Dubai

When an expat first arrives in Dubai, there are three main concerns going through their minds:...


January 31, 2016
Cohabitation: What Does the Law Say?

Are you an expat or tourist considering living together in Dubai? The UAE's legal landscape...


January 24, 2016
Can a New Landlord Evict a Tenant or Increase Rent: RERA Tenancy Guidelines

Tenants are very concerned about property evictions and rental increases by new landlords. Let’s uncover...


January 17, 2016
Outstanding DEWA Bill From Previous Tenant 

Unpaid DEWA bills from previous tenants after moving can confuse tenants. Here are all the...


January 11, 2016
How to insure your apartment in Dubai?

MoveSouq.com, an online portal for home services in the UAE, reported three times as many...


January 2, 2016
Early Termination of Tenancy Contract in Abu Dhabi

Step1: Know the law Step 2: Check your contract Step 3: Negotiate with your landlord...


December 27, 2015
A Smart Way to Live More Flexibly

House Swapping and Subleasing can seem like similar concepts but share vast differences. Here’s all...


December 21, 2015
Ensuring Transparency in Dubai’s Real Estate Sector

RERA is responsible for regulating the real estate matters in Dubai. Let’s know more about...


December 20, 2015
How to Handle Changes to Your Lease Contract by the Landlord

Learn about landlords changing rental contract terms in Dubai and your rights as a tenant.


December 7, 2015
About Dubai’s property tax

A recent report on global property taxes by UK property firm Knight Frank and accountancy...