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Buying a Home in the UAE? What You Need to Know Before Taking a Mortgage
23 October 2026

Buying a Home in the UAE? What You Need to Know Before Taking a Mortgage

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With property prices and borrowing costs shaping decisions across the UAE, getting a mortgage is about more than just securing a bank loan. From understanding your eligibility and down payment to navigating interest rates and hidden fees, knowing the numbers upfront can save you from costly surprises.Joining us is Mohammed Janshir Basheer, Senior Director of Investment and Strategic Consultancy at Reliant Surveyors, who brings over 16 years of experience in Islamic banking, mortgage finance and investment consultancy.