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["http://www.estatesdubai.com/2008/11/property-agents-optimistic-about-dubai.html","Property agents optimistic about Dubai property market
Several property agents in Dubai predict a bright property market, with the sector expected to pick-up within next six months.The CEO of Dubai Properties, Mohammed Binbrek, said that the current issue is more due to public sentiment, than due to liquidity or resource availability. Once the fears and concerns of the people are addressed, the business would return to normal.The same optimism

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,["http://www.estatesdubai.com/2008/11/middle-east-to-account-for-50-percent.html","Middle East to account for 50 percent of global waterfront projects
Out of Dh.1.84trillion global waterfront projects, about 50 percent would be accounted to by the region. According to industry analysts these projects are in pipeline for next five years.With more than 50 percent of the projects in hand, UAE tops the list of global waterfront projects, said Gavin Boyd, the Director of Palm Deira development.During the early 1990s Dubai had only 70kms of 
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,["http://www.estatesdubai.com/2008/11/dubai-tower-named-as-one-of-best-50.html","Dubai Tower named as one of the Best 50 inventions of the Year
The worlds first rotating skyscraper, \'The Dynamic Tower\', has been named as one among the \"Best 50 inventions of the Year\" by the TIME Magazine, due to its revolutionary design and innovation.Created by David Fisher, the renowned Italian architect, the tower was one of the first choices in a list of ground-breaking inventions. Every floor of the tower rotates independently so as to form a 
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,["http://www.estatesdubai.com/2008/11/wasl-plans-expansion-of-key-projects-in.html","Wasl plans expansion of key projects in Dubai
The Dubai Real Estate Corporation (DREC)-owned asset management group, \'Wasl\', announced plans for expansion initiatives for several landmark properties in Dubai. This is a part of its directive to monitor and ensure the sustainable development of property sector for Dubai Government.The HSBC Bank building in the Bani Yas market and the Dubai International Marine Club (DIMC) are few of the 
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,["http://www.estatesdubai.com/2008/11/new-online-facility-for-interim.html","New online facility for interim property registrations launched in Dubai
The Dubai Land Department, the government body which monitors land-related affairs and private properties within the emirate, together with RERA (Real Estate Regulatory Authority), has announced the official launch of \'OQOOD\', the new online application that enables the implementation of Law No.13 of 2008, which regulates the interim real estate register in Dubai.The announcement, which came 
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,["http://www.estatesdubai.com/2008/11/panel-established-to-monitor-future.html","Panel established to monitor future real estate projects
With property slowdown hitting the emirate, a committee has been established by the Dubai Government to monitor future real estate projects.The Panel constitutes master and private developers with the intention of securing future supply. No projects would be called off and the committee will decide on anything to be launched only in the future, he said.Fears of property sector slowing down 
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,["http://www.estatesdubai.com/2008/11/dubai-property-market-slowdown-may-be.html","Dubai property market slowdown may be short-lived: Experts
With the ongoing speculation in the property market, coupled with the liquidity squeeze which gripped the local banking sector, the Dubai property sector has come to a halt, and fewer people are seen investing on new properties.A \"dramatic slowdown\" is likely in the short-term, as property developers such as Nakheel and Emaar will find it difficult in securing new financing, reports the Gulf 
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,["http://www.estatesdubai.com/2008/11/golf-community-by-tiger-woods-dubai.html","The Golf Community by Tiger Woods Dubai nearing completion
A member of Tatweer Dubai, The Tiger Woods, revealed that the construction work on the 55million square feet golf community development is heading towards its scheduled completion by the end of 2009.The project has met with considerable progress across all facets of development, including the Al Ruwaya Golf Course, the world\'s first to accept design cues from the Champion Golfer. A boutique 
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,["http://www.estatesdubai.com/2008/11/75-of-axis-residence-phase-iii-units.html","75% of Axis Residence Phase III units sold within days of launch
The Gulf General Investment Company (GGICO) has announced that 75 percent of all its units in the third phase of the Axis Residence Project, have been sold within days after its launch. The project is located in the attractive location of Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO). According to the company, the special financing solutions developed by the company has increased the attractiveess of the 
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,["http://www.estatesdubai.com/2008/11/shortage-in-supply-of-housing-to-ease.html","Shortage in supply of housing to ease out within 4 yrs in Abu Dhabi
The demand for Abu Dhabi property units will be met in four years time, said Urban Planning Council General Manager, Falah Al Ahbabi.Speaking to delegates at MEED Abu Dhabi Conference, Al Ahbabi said that the economy is growing at a rapid pace, but the infrastructure and buildings in Abu Dhabi will take atleast four years.The developers are being pressurized and we are confident about solving
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,["http://www.estatesdubai.com/2008/11/registration-deadline-extended-for-off.html","Registration deadline extended for off-plan properties in Dubai
The last date for registration of off-plan properties, under the pre-registration system, by the Dubai developers has been extended till the year-end. Earlier the first week of November was declared as the deadline for registration of off-plan properties.According to a senior government official, the projects launched prior to introduction of pre-registration system, being sold as off-plan now,
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,["http://www.estatesdubai.com/2008/11/tigers-jumeirah-lakes-tower-project.html","Tiger\'s Jumeirah Lakes Tower project delivered
Tiger Properties has announced the delivery of its 40 storey Jumeirah Lakes Tower project in New Dubai.Located right in front of Dubai Metro Station, and located within just a walking distance from Almas Tower, which houses the region\'s only Dubai Diamond Exchange.The newly formed facilities management branch of the company intends to serve 500,000 square feet of development. The facilities 
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,["http://www.estatesdubai.com/2008/11/nakheel-completes-design-works-on-three.html","Nakheel completes design works on three 12-lane Palm Deira bridges
Master Developer Nakheel has revealed the completion of designs of the three 12-lane bridges linking Palm Deira to the mainland Deira. The bridges are worth a total of Dh.1980million. In the meanwhile, Nakheel has entered into an alliance with the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) Dubai, to connect the transportation network on mainland Deira to the network developed by Nakheel on Palm Deira.
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,["http://www.estatesdubai.com/2008/11/awali-real-estate-signs-deal-to-offer.html","Awali Real Estate signs deal to offer funding solutions to Awali City investors
Awali Real Estate Investments, the renowned real estate investment company, revealed that it has been holding discussions with the American Trust about offering funding solutions to buyers and investors for Awali City plots and buyers of residential units.The initial agreement has been signed to fund investors in Awali City, but the details of the agreement are yet to be revealed.The Board 
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,["http://www.estatesdubai.com/2008/11/changes-witnessed-in-property-scenario.html","Changes witnessed in property scenario of Dubai
The real estate developers and agents in Dubai have been so far enjoying the benefits of the booming property market in the City, with investors ready to invest on any project that made it past the drawing board stage.However, the turmoil during the last couple of months has brought about radical changes in their businesses. Leading developer Damac, which is currently working on 51 projects in 
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,["http://www.estatesdubai.com/2008/11/leasing-activity-to-grow-in-dubai.html","Leasing activity to grow in Dubai
Leasing activity in Dubai will catch pace, as the sellers try to focus on demand patterns that signal the change to an end-user driven buyers\' market, commented an industry expert.The real estate market in Dubai is resilient and will withstand the current economic crisis, without facing any over-supply problems, said Cliff Kelaita, Chairman of Landmark Properties.The current supply-demand 
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,["http://www.estatesdubai.com/2008/11/lower-mortgage-rates-property-prices.html","Lower mortgage rates, property prices may bring in affordable properties
Lower mortgage rates and stability in property prices are likely to bring in liquidity into the market, thereby making the properties more affordable, predict experts.The Managing Director -Equity Research for Al Mal Capital, Robert McKinnon, who spoke to Emirates Business said that affordability being a major concern today, for the Dubai property market to get back in action, two solutions are
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,["http://www.estatesdubai.com/2008/11/new-royal-bay-project-worth-dh18bn.html","New Royal Bay project, worth Dh.1.8bn unveiled at Dubai Waterfront
A new Dh.1.8bn Royal Bay project was unveiled at the Dubai Waterfront by the developer VIP Waterfront. Complete with two helipads to enable access, the Royal Bay development covers a built-up area of more than 1.2mn square feet. The development includes a 158 units residential tower and a penthouse. About 107 offices are situated within its commercial tower. Both towers are linked at one level 
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,["http://www.estatesdubai.com/2008/11/largest-ever-dubai-mall-opens-to-public.html","The largest-ever Dubai Mall opens to public tomorrow
Emaar\'s flagship shopping mall, will open doors to public tomorrow, the 4th November at 2pm. The mall marks the largest ever opening of any shopping mall in the world, considering the retail offer. The unveiling of the Dubai Mall will be marked by a series of high profile activities featured throughout the mall. The Guinness World record winner for the World\'s Largest Acrylic Panel, Dubai 
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,["http://www.estatesdubai.com/2008/11/property-prices-in-dubai-surge-17.html","Property prices in Dubai surge 17 percent: Report
Property prices in the UAE saw an increase in September, with Dubai registering 17 percent increase, and Abu Dhabi registering 11 percent increased, compared to an average increase of just 2 to 3 percent during the summer months.According to a recent report released by HSBC Bank about the UAE real estate market, the price growth is gathering pace after a brief moderation during the summer 
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,["http://www.estatesdubai.com/2008/11/avanti-holding-launches-dh1bn-worth-new.html","Avanti Holding launches Dh.1bn worth new projects in Dubai
Three new projects, worth a total of Dh.1bn have been launched simultaneously in Dubai by the master developer, Avanti Holding, thereby reinstating the company\'s position as a major player in the UAE property sector. About 6 projects have already been delivered in the UAE by the company during the past two years. The new projects are targeted mainly towards the upper middle class. The first 
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,["http://www.estatesdubai.com/2008/10/drop-in-property-prices-cancellation-of.html","Drop in property prices & cancellation of projects, unlikely: Sulayem
Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, the Chairman of Dubai World, has denied the possibility of any drop in Dubai property prices, and assured that the global financial crisis, will not cause cancellation of any project announced by the group.When speaking to bankers at the Dubai International Financial Center, Sulayem pointed out that the Gulf economies enjoy a stronger foundation, unlike the problems 
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,["http://www.estatesdubai.com/2008/10/regions-first-leed-platinum-certified.html","Region\'s first LEED Platinum certified Eco Towers unveiled at Abu Dhabi
An Abu Dhabi-based property development company, Connection Real Estate, has launched a Dh.1bn mixed-use sustainable project in the capital, the \'Eco Towers\', which comprise luxury apartments and commercial property. The property, which claims to meet the environmental challenges, also offers essential residential property in Abu Dhabi.Located within the prestigious community of Dhanet Abu 
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,["http://www.estatesdubai.com/2008/10/mayadeen-launches-dh16bn-aurora-in-abu.html","Mayadeen launches Dh1.6bn Aurora in Abu Dhabi
National Ranges Company (Mayadeen) has launched Aurora, the Dh.1.6bn landmark project in Abu Dhabi, which is now open for sales. Located along the Shams on Al Reem Island, the project includes two residential towers of 53 storey each, standing high at 208 meters. The towers house 960 apartments on the whole, ranging from single bedroom to four bedrooms, penthouses and duplex rooms. The project
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,["http://www.estatesdubai.com/2008/10/six-year-property-boom-in-dubai-may.html","The six-year property boom in Dubai may slow down, fear agents
The six year property boom that Dubai witnessed has almost ended, with the sales collapsing amidst fears of global economic downturn, reveal agents.\"Last month was the worst, a real disaster,\" said Mehdi Zoghbi, a property agent at the Middle East Real Estate Consultants, who spoke to Zawya.com.The sellers are desperate and are now offering their off-plan properties on the secondary market 
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