The new city ordinance would charge property owners an increased ad valorem tax, on top of the current millage rate in the city, if their property is considered “blight.” Before the tax increase goes …
Georgia halts Florida realty company over predatory contracts affecting thousands of homeowners
Sarah Mancini, managing director of advocacy with the National Consumer Law Center, said the company lured clients into signing unfair contracts.
UAE Property: ‘Can a landlord increase the rent in a building without a star rating?’
Question: Is the Dubai rental star rating system, introduced by the Dubai Land Department in January, fully implemented on buildings where applicable?Can a landlord demand a rent increase for a unit …
Mansion on Dubai’s Palm Jumeirah Sells for AED 161 Million
As Dubai’s luxury home market continues to thrive, the U.A.E. city’s man-made island of Palm Jumeirah has recorded its most expensive villa resale this year at AED 161 million (US$43.8 million), …
Dubai property market hits $13.8bn in August as off-plan sales jump 25 per cent
Dubai property sales hit AED50.7bn ($13.8bn) in August 2025 as off-plan deals surged 25 per cent, led by Business Bay and emerging communities …
Dubai’s real estate market records AED 50.7bln in sales in August
Apartments remained the top choice (80% of rental searches, 59% of buyer demand), with smaller units – studios and one-bedrooms – gaining traction …
Militants accused of extorting money from residents in Syria’s Kurdish town of Afrin
ERBIL, Kurdistan Region – Militia groups have been accused of extorting money from the residents of the Kurdish town of Afrin in northwest Syria despite promises from the interim government to replace …
Alawites flee homes in Damascus suburb after threats from armed group
Residents in the al-Sumaria neighbourhood Euronews spoke to say the Syrian government has done little to protect them.View on euronews …
Saudi Arabia and UK sign business deals worth $5bn
Saudi Arabia and the UK have signed investment agreements worth SAR20 billion ($5.3 billion) at the Great Futures summit in London, Saudi commerce minister Majid Al-Qasabi said. The summit served as …
Property search platform helps homeowners break into market
The app has addressed long-standing frustrations in the market, including duplicate listings, unclear ownership details, and unverified sellers.