Articles
Homefront: ‘Should I return a non-refundable deposit for a deal gone wrong?’
Dubai landlord has cancelled the contract and found a new occupant, but the previous tenant wants his deposit back
Homefront: ‘Can my new landlord ask me to vacate the property before the lease ends?’
The property was sold by the previous landlord and the new owner wants the tenant to move out
Homefront: ‘My landlord refuses to pay for upkeep of the building’
The Dubai tenant’s maintenance request has not been addressed for 10 months
Homefront: Can I address my rent cheques to the landlord’s power of attorney?’
A Dubai tenant is wary of writing cheques in the name of an individual, rather than a property management company
Homefront: ‘Can I cancel a property contract because of a delayed project handover?
The investor has paid 30% of the property value but wants to be compensated for a five-year delay
Homefront: ‘Can I contact my landlord directly to request a rent reduction?’
The Dubai tenant has had his salary cut and wants to avoid the agent in his negotiations
Homefront: ‘Can I move into my property after paying 25% down payment?’
Real estate brokerage insists that the Dubai resident must follow contractual terms and move in only after paying 50%
Homefront: ‘Are properties in International City good for investment?’
The Dubai resident is keen to get good rental returns and gain from capital appreciation
Homefront: ‘Can my tenant alter the property without my permission?’
The developer has threatened to take legal action against the landlord if the property in Abu Dhabi is not restored to its original condition
Homefront: ‘How do I deal with a noisy neighbour?’
The Abu Dhabi resident’s neighbour has ignored several warnings to reduce the volume of music at night
Homefront: ‘Can my landlord evict me for subletting my flat?’
The property owner in Dubai Marina had verbally agreed to this living arrangement three years ago
Homefront: ‘How do I get my security deposit back from the landlord?’
The Dubai resident’s lease was in the name of her husband, who has now left the country
Homefront: 'How can I get my landlord to agree to a rent reduction during Covid-19?'
The Dubai resident's business in Jumeirah Lakes Towers has been closed since March and he's worried the rental cheques will be returned by the bank
Homefront: 'Do we have to pay for repairs and repainting when we vacate our flat?'
The Dubai resident says they left the apartment in better condition than when they moved in
Homefront: ‘My landlord won't drop the rent. Can he force me to renew the lease?’
The Dubai resident wants to move out and is willing to forfeit her deposit to ensure a smooth exit
