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New owner wants to move in to Dubai flat, but tenant intends to stay for another year
Although they have followed the law, property expert Mario Volpi advises them to prepare for all possible outcomes when the case goes before the rental committee.
Can Dubai property agents charge Dh1,000 for renewing tenancy contract?
Property expert Mario Volpi advises on whether agents can charge the "admin fee, or if the landlord should pay it.
How much room for negotiation on Dubai property?
It's the million dollar question - should a Dubai resident buy in the emirate now or wait, and can the price be knocked down?
Dubai tenant refuses to accept eviction notice and tries to stop landlord selling property
Tenant refuses to let people in for viewings. Expert Mario Volpi advises on this and other property queries.
Landlords giving UAE tenants ‘a few days’ notice to remove pets or move’
Do tenants with pets have any rights if the landlord or building managment suddenly demand that animals should be evicted? Property expert Mario Volpi advises.
Evicted Dubai resident finds landlord has re-let property - what can be done?
Property expert Mario Volpi advises a tenant who was told the landlord wanted to use the property for his own use.
Should Dubai resident earning Dh30-35,000 buy property now or wait for correction?
JVC, Sports City and IMPZ recommended by expert Mario Volpi as great locations for a Dubai property investor.
Dubai landlord tries to prove he evicted tenant to sell property, not to re-let
Mario Volpi advises a landlord who ran into financial difficulty, but now doesn't need to sell his villa which has been vacated.
Can someone on tourist visa rent UAE property?
Dubai tenant has lost his job and subsequently his residency visa but wants to remain in the property and renew the lease. Mario Volpi is here to help.
Abu Dhabi tenant ‘unreasonable’ in not expecting rent rise
Abu Dhabi landlord needs help handling a tenant reluctant to accept the terms of a new rental contract.
Dubai tenants face rent committee decisions as landlords ignore law
Our property columnist Mario Volpi helps two tenants who may have to face their landlords at Dubai's Rent Committee to ensure their legal rights are upheld.
No win situation for Abu Dhabi tenant given 105% rent hike
Property expert Mario Volpi explains what can and can't be done with rental laws differing in the capital to those in Dubai.
Tenant gives notice but landlord wants to cash postdated cheque from closed account
Mario Volpi advises a tenant who is struggling to break his Abu Dhabi tenancy contract after moving to Oman.
What to consider when spending Dh6m on a luxury Dubai apartment
Property expert Mario Volpi explains the five key elements apartment buyers in Dubai should consider when property hunting to ensure they pick a pad that holds its value.
How to send an eviction notice by public notary in Dubai
Property expert Mario Volpi offers a guide to landlords and tenants on the steps needed to notarise an eviction notice.
