What makes a 'good' Dubai real estate broker?
A good Dubai real estate broker is more than just an agent with listings. They are a RERA-certified professional who provides data-driven advice, has deep local expertise, and operates with full transparency. The best real estate broker protects your interests, whether you are buying, selling, or renting, and acts as your advisor.
According to the Dubai Land Department (DLD), verified and experienced brokers consistently provide accurate market valuations (preventing overpayment) and ensure all paperwork is compliant. Always use the Dubai REST app to verify your real estate broker.
- Dubai Land Department (DLD) Guidelines
🔍 How do I verify a real estate broker in Dubai?
This is the most critical step. Never work with an unverified agent. Ask for their 'RERA Broker Card' (it's a digital card). You can then verify their name and agency on the official 'Dubai REST' app from the DLD. A professional real estate agency will also list its RERA Registration Number (ORN) on its website. A legitimate real estate broker will be happy to provide this.
| Verification Step | Why It's Important | Tool to Use |
|---|---|---|
| Ask for RERA Card | Confirms they are a legal agent. | Directly from the agent |
| Verify on Dubai REST App | Ensures the card is not fake and is still active. | DLD Dubai REST App |
| Check Agency ORN | Verifies the agency itself is licensed. | RERA portal / Agency website |
💰 What are the standard real estate broker fees in Dubai?
Fees for a real estate broker in Dubai are standardized. For property sales, the fee is 2% of the purchase price (+ 5% VAT). This is typically paid by the buyer. For rentals, the fee is 5% of the first year's rent. A key point: if you are buying an 'off-plan' property directly from a developer, the developer pays the broker's commission, so the service is free for you as the buyer.
- Ready Property Sale: 2% of property price (+VAT)
- Annual Rental: 5% of annual rent
- Off-Plan Property: 0% (Developer pays the commission)
🤝 What's the difference between a buyer's broker and a seller's broker?
Their loyalty. A 'seller's broker' (or 'listing agent') works for the property owner. Their main goal is to get the highest possible price. A 'buyer's broker' works exclusively for you, the buyer. Their job is to find the best property at the lowest possible price. A modern real estate broker service, like Hayy.AI, specializes in representing buyers, ensuring your interests are protected.
Why You Need a Buyer's Broker
A dedicated buyer's broker provides access to all properties on the market (not just their own listings), offers unbiased data-driven advice, and has a legal duty to negotiate in your favor, often saving you far more than their fee.
- Real Estate Investor Insight🤖 How does an AI-powered real estate broker help me?
A traditional real estate broker relies on public portals and 'gut feeling'. An AI-powered real estate broker, like Hayy.AI, uses data. We analyze real-time DLD transactions, rental yield trends, and supply data. This allows our agents to provide advice based on hard data, not just what they are trying to sell. We can identify undervalued properties and forecast market trends.
The Data-Driven Advantage
Our platform can compare the 10-year ROI of two different buildings, analyze service charge fairness, and identify which properties are priced below market value right now. This is the new standard for a top-tier real estate broker.
- Hayy.AI Platform