Articles
Homefront: ‘Will I be penalised if I change my mind about vacating a rented property?’
There is nothing in the law that states there should be compensation paid to the landlord if a tenant reconsiders their decision to move out
‘How long can I remain in a property if it is going to be demolished?’
The landlord has to give at least 12 months’ notice to the tenant
'Can I claim compensation for a delayed property handover?'
Developers are allowed a delay of up to 12 months from expected completion to actual handover
Homefront: ‘Is a rent-to-own scheme better than a property mortgage?'
The deposit for such a scheme is typically higher than the market rate
Can my landlord raise the rent four months after signing the contract?
An Ejari contract will protect tenants from landlords' unlawful actions
Homefront: 'I lease a private room and my rent has jumped 60% - is this allowed?'
Sharing accommodation is not protected under the law compared with renting an entire apartment
Homefront: ‘Can my landlord evict us and re-let the property at a higher rent?
Dubai tenant wants to find out if the property owner will eventually sell or find a new occupant
Homefront: ‘Can my landlord randomly ask me to vacate the villa I rent?’
The Dubai tenant was served a 12-month notice to vacate the property after living there for five months
Homefront: ‘Can my landlord file a police complaint if I don't pay a bounced cheque fee?’
The Dubai tenant asked the property management company not to encash his rent cheque
Homefront: ‘Can my landlord serve a non-renewal notice by email?’
Dubai tenant has been asked to vacate the premises when the contract expires
Homefront: ‘What rights do I have if a bank repossesses my landlord’s property?’
The Dubai tenant has not been served a 12-month eviction notice
Homefront: ‘Can I evict my tenant to move into the property?’
The Dubai landlord wants to avoid serving the 12-month eviction notice to his tenant
Homefront: ‘Is it legal to tell the building watchman that we are ending our lease?'
Dubai tenant and his family were prevented from vacating their rental unit after failing to inform the landlord in person
Can a landlord serve an eviction notice before tenancy expires?
Property owners must give 12 months' notice to tenants through either registered mail or notary public
Homefront: ‘My property handover is delayed – can I cancel it and get a refund?'
The Dubai-based resident invested in an off-plan property that was meant to be finished by 2019
