What are the red flags when buying a flat in Dubai?

What are the red flags when buying a flat in Dubai?

The tenant has the right to negotiate with the landlord to reach a mutually acceptable agreement.

By Connor Manning/Realty Bytes Published: Mon 13 Feb 2023, 2:44 PM

My landlord has increased my rent which is within Rera limits. I don't mind staying in the apartment but want the rent decreased. Can I renegotiate with the landlord? As per my contract, I need to give two months' notice to vacate the flat. Can this be brought down to one through mutual agreement or should I get in touch with Rera?

In Dubai, rental rates are regulated by the Dubai Land Department's Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA).

If the landlord has:

> Given you adequate notice (usually 90 days) to increase the rent

> His request is in line with either the RERA Price Index or an independent RERA valuation

> Has kept to the same number of cheques you're already paying in your contract

Then it is considered legal. However, you have the right to negotiate with your landlord to reach a mutually acceptable agreement.

It's always best to start by having a conversation with your landlord. Explain your reasons for renegotiating the rent and see if they will work with you. If the landlord is open to negotiation, you