What defines the 'best' real estate company in Dubai?
The best real estate company is not just the one with the most listings. It's a partner that is RERA-certified, provides data-driven advice (not just 'feelings'), and has specialized agents for your specific needs (e.g., investor, end-user). Transparency and local expertise are key.
According to the Dubai Land Department (DLD), working with a RERA-certified real estate company is mandatory. This ensures your transactions are legal, and your rights are protected. Never work with an unverified company or agent.
- Dubai Land Department (DLD)
🔍 How do I verify a real estate company is legitimate?
It's simple and crucial. Every legal real estate company in Dubai has a RERA 'Office Registration Number' (ORN). You can ask for this number and verify it on the official DLD 'Dubai REST' app. This ensures the company is licensed and accountable.
| Verification Check | Why It's Important | Where to Check |
|---|---|---|
| Company ORN | Confirms the company is licensed by RERA. | DLD Dubai REST App |
| Agent's Broker Card | Confirms the individual agent is certified. | Ask the agent, verify on REST App |
💰 What fees does a real estate company charge in Dubai?
Fees are transparent. For a 'ready' property purchase, the standard fee is 2% of the purchase price (+ 5% VAT). For an annual rental, it's 5% of the annual rent. If you buy 'off-plan' (from a developer), the real estate company is paid by the developer, so the service is free for you.
- Ready Property Sale: 2% of property price (+VAT)
- Annual Rental: 5% of annual rent
- Off-Plan Purchase: 0% (Developer pays commission)
🏙️ Should I choose a large international real estate company or a local boutique company?
It depends on your needs. A large international real estate company (like CBRE, JLL) often specializes in high-value commercial property or large portfolios. A specialized boutique real estate company (like Hayy.AI) focuses on data-driven insights for residential investors and buyers, offering a more personalized and tech-forward service. For most individual investors, a specialized company is better.
The Specialist Advantage
A specialized real estate company provides deep, niche expertise. As an AI-powered company, we focus on data-driven residential investment, allowing our agents to find undervalued properties that larger, generalist companies might miss.
- Hayy.AI Advisory🤝 What does a real estate company actually do for a buyer?
A good real estate company does much more than just unlock doors. They act as your representative. This includes finding properties (both on and off-market), providing a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) to ensure you don't overpay, negotiating on your behalf, and handling all the complex DLD paperwork and title deed transfers. They are your guide from A to Z.
Beyond the Listing
A great real estate company also connects you with their ecosystem of partners, including mortgage brokers, property lawyers, and management companies, to ensure a seamless transaction.
- Hayy.AI Investor Services