Articles Reviewed by Reem Alsaadi

Snagging Inspection in Dubai: Off-Plan Handover Checklist and Defect Process
A snagging inspection in Dubai is the buyer's opportunity to identify construction defects in an off-plan unit before signing the handover certificate.

DLD Fees in Dubai: Your Complete 2026 Costs Guide
Every property transaction registered in Dubai attracts fees set and collected by the Dubai Land Department.

DLD Certificate Verification in Dubai — Types, Process, and Official Channels
Every property owner, buyer, or investor in Dubai real estate must verify certificates issued by the Dubai Land Department.

Grant Completion in Dubai: How to Finalise Your Land Grant with the DLD
This guide explains what a grant completion application involves, who is eligible, and how to register a granted land plot with the Dubai Land Department.

Finance Lease Amendment and Oqood Modification in Dubai: Changing Off-Plan Terms at DLD
A finance lease amendment or Oqood modification may be required at any point during the off-plan ownership cycle when the registered terms no longer match the current contractual agreement between the parties.

How to Transfer Your Mortgage to Another Bank in Dubai
This guide explains the full procedure for transferring an existing mortgage from one bank to another in Dubai.

Mortgage Amendment in Dubai: How to Modify Your Mortgage Terms at DLD
This guide explains the mortgage amendment procedure administered by the Dubai Land Department (DLD), covering every amendment type for ownership, usufruct, provisional, and portfolio mortgages.

Merging Adjacent Properties in Dubai: Annexation Process and DLD Requirements
Property annexation in Dubai allows owners to combine adjacent registered units or land plots into a single title deed through the Dubai Land Department.

Remortgaging in the UAE: How to Refinance Your Dubai Property Mortgage
A step-by-step guide to remortgaging in Dubai and the UAE, covering the complete DLD discharge and re-registration procedure, all applicable costs, eligibility requirements, early settlement rules, and the financial framework for assessing whether refinancing makes sense for your circumstances.

To Whom It May Concern Certificate in Dubai: How to Get a Property Ownership Certificate from DLD
A complete guide to obtaining a To Whom It May Concern certificate from the Dubai Land Department — covering application channels, required documents, government fees, and typical same-day processing times.

Property Map Request in Dubai: How to Get a Unit, Villa, or Building Map from DLD
Every registered property in Dubai has a corresponding map in the DLD system — but obtaining a certified copy requires a formal request. Here is what the process involves, what it costs, and when you need one.

Service Charge Index in Dubai: How to Check, Calculate and Compare DLD Fees
A complete guide to the Dubai service charge index for property owners and investors. Covers approved DLD rates per square foot by community, step-by-step instructions for using the official service charge calculator, and a breakdown of what service charges cover under RERA regulations.



