Dubai Property Podcast

Craig and Mario discuss listeners questions, including did a Dubai Maritime City investor asking whether buying a branded off-plan studio before regional uncertainty was the right move. We assess the long-term prospects of this emerging waterfront community, current buyer sentiment, and why the gap between buyer expectations and seller pricing is beginning to narrow across Dubai's property market....

Craig and Mario discuss why Dubai Marina and Jumeirah Village Circle attract very different property buyers. One offers established waterfront living and premium appeal, while the other provides affordability and strong rental demand. We compare apartment prices, buyer profiles, investment potential and long-term opportunities to help investors understand which community better suits their propert...

Craig and Mario discuss why distressed property sales are becoming a major talking point across Dubai, but are the biggest discounts actually reaching the open market? We discuss how motivated sellers, off-market opportunities and reported price trends compare with reality, and whether investors can still uncover genuine value in the UAE property market. ► Patreon Connect: https://www.patreon.com/...

We talk to Mario and Scott and Marie Diamond about Feng Shui. Successful property investing is not about following the crowd. Every investor has different goals, budgets and timelines, which means the right strategy needs to be personalised. We explore how understanding market conditions, financial objectives and long-term planning can help investors make more informed Dubai real estate decisions,...

Craig is back talking with Scott and Mario on the Saturday real estate panel. The biggest property opportunities often appear before they become mainstream. We explore how investors can identify emerging Dubai real estate markets by analysing fundamentals, infrastructure, demand and future growth indicators instead of following headlines. Understanding where the market is heading can create advant...

Craig is back with Dana Lewis and Mario Volpi to talk about Dubai’s property market appears to be sending mixed signals. Strong buyer searches, major developments and luxury transactions continue, yet investor confidence remains cautious. This discussion explores the gap between market psychology and actual performance, and asks whether emotions and uncertainty are influencing decisions more than...

Craig is back with Mario Volpi and Dana Lewis with the weekend property show. Dubai real estate continues attracting international buyers despite questions around long-term regional stability. Are investors acting because risk has disappeared, or because they believe the opportunity outweighs the uncertainty? We examine what wealthy investors are seeing, why some are moving while others wait, and...

Craig is back with Mario to discuss the latest Trump-Iran agreement which has eased immediate concerns across the Gulf, but has anything fundamentally changed?  Is this the beginning of stability, or simply a temporary pause in uncertainty? Plus Mario has the latest market news. ► Patreon Connect: https://www.patreon.com/cw/u58318628 ► Have your say by recording a message:    https://www.speakpipe...

Craig is back with Mario and Rebecca who splits her time between Australia and Dubai and says much of what international media reports about the UAE misses the reality on the ground. We discuss migration, family life, property opportunities and why Dubai’s incentives continue attracting skilled professionals, investors and families seeking long-term lifestyle and financial advantages. ► Patreon Co...

Craig is back talking with Dana Lewis and Mario Volpi about Dubai property sales figures continue to show strong transaction volumes, but questions are emerging around how accurately the data reflects underlying market conditions. We explore UAE real estate reporting structures, whether headline numbers fully capture market softness, and what investors should understand about transparency, liquidi...

Craig is joined by Mario Volpi and Dana Lewis to talk about price discounting in Dubai. A long-time listener from Toronto shares why he’s still considering relocating to Dubai despite regional conflict and global uncertainty. We discuss motivated sellers, discounted Dubai property deals, investor psychology, and whether geopolitical tension could create long-term buying opportunities for risk-tole...

Craig talks with Charles Tarbey the Managing Director of Century 21 who have entered the UAE real estate market while many are closing. Dubai’s property market is showing motivated sellers discounting apartments between 5% and 15% in some communities. In genuine distress situations, reductions are reportedly reaching 20% to 40%.  ► Patreon Connect: https://www.patreon.com/cw/u58318628 ► Have your...

We talk with Anton Lopatin from Fitch Rating in Dubai UAE banks becoming more selective with real estate lending. We explore how financial institutions are viewing Dubai property exposure, changing mortgage approval trends, investor confidence, liquidity, and the growing role banks may play in shaping the next phase of the Dubai real estate cycle. And don't forget to join our Patreon page. ► Patre...

Craig is back with Mario Volpi and Dana Lewis talking about Dubai sellers are adjusting strategies, agencies are struggling to recruit experienced brokers, and overseas talent is becoming harder to attract amid regional uncertainty. We break down how market sentiment, staffing challenges and changing buyer behaviour could shape the next stage of UAE property. And don't forget to join our Patreon p...

Craig is back with Dana Lewis and Mario Volpi talking about the closures of real estate agencies in the UAE property market. A listener writes in explaining how she is being exploited by some men through property viewings, plus more on the Saturday property show. And don't forget to join our Patreon page. ► Patreon Connect: https://www.patreon.com/cw/u58318628 ► Have your say by recording a messag...

Craig talks with Amanda about the stress of buying property today vs when baby boomers bought their homes. Mario talks about Abu Dhabi is emerging as a major long-term real estate investment destination, attracting global attention beyond Dubai’s high-profile market cycle. Investors are increasingly viewing the UAE capital as a mature, infrastructure-driven property market focused on stability, we...

Craig is back talking with Gareth Davies a broker from RAK and Mario Volpi about Ras Al Khaimah’s property market is facing growing pressure linked to Iran begin affecting investor and buyer confidence. While rental yields and affordability still attract investors, uncertainty is slowing decision-making. Abu Dhabi is increasingly attracting international investors seeking long-term stability. Stro...

Craig is joined by Mario Volpi and Dana Lewis. Dubai’s property market is entering a more selective phase, with some apartment communities recording price reductions of around 10% after years of rapid growth. Buyers remain active, but negotiation levels have clearly increased. The market is no longer moving uniformly, raising important questions around pricing realism, oversupply concerns, and whe...

Craig is joined by Mario Volpi and Dana Lewis to talk about Dubai’s property market entering a more selective phase. Investor visa reforms are expanding access for first-time international buyers, while some apartment markets are already seeing price adjustments of around 10%. We examine whether this is a healthy market recalibration or the early signs of slowing momentum beneath strong transactio...

Shauna and Mario are back with Craig talking about the Dubai market where debate is growing around sentiment, with some calling the outlook too negative, including us. However, shifting conditions linked to geopolitical tension and tighter lending suggest a more changing environment. This isn’t about pessimism, but recognising a market transition where buyers must adapt to new realities and inform...

Craig is joined by Shauna Callaghan a mortgage broker and Mario Volpi to discuss how the Dubai mortgage market remains active, but lending conditions have tightened. Banks are applying stricter stress testing and deeper scrutiny on borrower profiles, reflecting a shift in risk management. For buyers, this means longer approval timelines, more documentation, and a need for stronger financial positi...

Craig is joined again by Dana Lewis and Mario Volpi to discuss some Dubai developers are now offering selective discounts on off plan property as market conditions become more cautious. With regional uncertainty linked to the Iran conflict, stretched investors are feeling pressure. We examine where pricing is softening, what developers are doing, and what it means for buyers. Have your say by reco...

Dubai Property Prices Shifting: Are Sellers Adjusting to the New Market Reality? Dana Lewis and Mario Volpi are back with Craig talking about Dubai real estate buyers are asking whether off plan supply is now too high and if the resale market is becoming the smarter play. We break down seller pricing expectations, changing demand, and where current value may sit for investors and end-users in toda...

Craig and Mario are back talking about Dubai property buyers remain active, but decision-making is more selective. Investors are comparing projects carefully, negotiating harder, and focusing on value. At the same time, developers continue launching new residences in areas like Dubailand, supported by increasingly flexible off-plan payment plans designed to maintain demand. Have your say by record...

Craig talks with Chris a property investor about the best time to buy property and build a portfolio. Mario talks about economic uncertainty often changes buyer behaviour, but it can also create opportunity. When confidence falls, competition may ease and negotiation power can improve. And we have another listener email about not being able to come to the UAE because of parents. Have your say by r...