Urban Editorial Team

How to maintain positive cash flow with your rental unit

What is cashflow? Positive cash flow means that more money is coming into your business than money spent. In terms of a rental property, this would mean that you are receiving more rental income than you are spending on maintenance and other expenses. So how do you maintain positive cash

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How to get a higher ROI on your rental property

With the ever-changing technology-filled world we live in today, renting your property is looking a lot different than it did ten years ago. Thanks to portals like ours, creating a higher return on your investment has become easier than ever! Read insights on how to increase your ROI and learn

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The pros and cons of buying off-plan properties

Seeing a brochure for a beautiful villa complex or new apartment building might get your senses tingling to buy a new property. However, the dilemma begins when you realize that these properties have not been built yet, and you may need to wait a few years before seeing a property

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5 things to do before your tenant moves in

We all know how exciting it is to finally find a good tenant and how overwhelming that experience can be when you don't clearly understand everything that needs to be done. But you won't have to worry any longer as long as you follow the tips on our blog! Below,

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Why you should list your properties with Urban - Investor's Guide

Landlords and real estate investors are always looking to list their properties with trusted agents that have already helped them sell or lease their Dubai properties in a short period and secured a good deal. However, finding an agent you can trust is no easy task. Offering the same listing

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How to list your Dubai property for rent?

Buying a Dubai property as an investment is an unarguable choice. Dubai became attractive to real estate investors from different nationalities by examining various factors, such as affordability and ownership costs. However, if you are a landlord looking to list a property for rent in Dubai, you will need the

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Zaya Nurai Island – The hidden gem of Abu Dhabi

Summer is here, and everyone is thinking about going on vacation. UAE residents' appetite for travel grows as borders reopen. According to a recent survey published by YouGov, six out of 10 (or 59%) of residents in the UAE took a domestic or international leisure trip last year, despite the

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The process of buying a residential property in Dubai

Buying a property in Dubai is a very straightforward procedure. However, experts recommend engaging the professional services of a reputable agent. The agent's expertise and market knowledge will help you find the right property for your needs. You can also read: 3 tips to finding the right real estate agent

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Tenants guide to renewing leasing contracts

Renewing a leasing contract can be stressful, especially if you want to get a better, brighter, and bigger apartment with the same price you are currently paying. Even if you are committed to renewing your contract with the same Landlord, some tempting offers can make you a bit hesitant. Read

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Here’s why your rental income is shrinking

Introducing The Urban Times, a report featuring the latest insights and proprietary research for landlords across Dubai. When it comes to investing in properties in Dubai, there’s no denying the impact and importance of service charges. This annual fee, imposed by the designated owner association or property manager, ensures

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5 tips to keep your tenants happy

One of your most important goals as a landlord isn’t just acquiring tenants, but actually retaining tenants.

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3 tips to finding the right real estate agent in Dubai

Fairytales can teach us a lot of things: lying is bad, inner beauty matters most, and woodland creatures will always hum along with you if you start singing in the forest. However, an oft-forgotten, but equally important lesson we can learn from fairytales is particularly useful if you’re a

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How to negotiate your rent in Dubai

If every aspect of your home seems great except the price, it might be a good idea to negotiate your rent with your landlord.

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4 tips for first-time landlords

As a first-time landlord, there are a lot of small things you should take into consideration so it doesn’t turn into a costly and stressful experience.

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3 reasons why you should pay your rent monthly

There are a lot of benefits to a monthly payment system. Here are 3 of them!

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5 ways to get your tenants to pay rent on time

Tenants paying rent is good—but getting them to pay rent on time is better.

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4 ways to get your security deposit returned in Dubai

Moving to a new property and looking forward to getting your security deposit back? 4 ways to get 100% security deposit refund.

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The Ultimate Guide to Renting in Dubai

Whether you're planning a move to Dubai or just moving homes, we know that renting can be a very overwhelming experience.

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Dubai Asset Management joins Urban

We’re so excited to onboard new communities from Dubai Asset Management, one of the UAE’s most reputable developers. Now you can rent with Urban in Mirdif, Layan, Remraam and Dubai Wharf among others. Like all other Urban listings, each of these homes will be thoroughly inspected, cleaned, professionally

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8 ways to rent out your property faster during COVID-19

As a landlord, we know you’re eager to rent out your property. However, during times of Corona, it’s even harder to get your investment noticed. Tenants are pickier, less likely to make big life changes, and are much more careful when it comes to their finances. You can

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Introducing Flexible Contracts: Rent a home without the commitment

We know how tough it is to commit to a new home during these very strange times. Finances are tough, work isn’t stable, and there’s a whole lot of uncertainty. At Urban, we’ve been searching for ways to ease your burdens. After all, the last thing you

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Your compassion moves us

Healthcare workers, this one's for you.

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Why now is the best time to move in Dubai

You'd be surprised, but there are a number of reasons why moving houses now in Dubai is actually a great idea.

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Now you can pay rent monthly

Let's talk about big rent checks. You know, those massive amounts you pay in advance to live at home. Your home should bring you a feeling of safety and comfort. Not stress and anxiety. A recent YouGov survey identified that a third of Dubai residents find the current rental process

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Landlords meet your new home

Urban's digital Landlord Dashboard empowers landlords to track performance of their properties, store documents and manage payments – all in one place.