Taking Care of Business

What does it take to build some of Dubai's most iconic communities? In this episode of Taking Care of Business , Allsopp & Allsopp Chairman Lewis Allsopp sits down with Nadia Zaal , CEO and Founder of Zaya, to discuss Dubai real estate, entrepreneurship, leadership and the future of property development. From the legacy of Al Barari to her latest project, Lunaya, Nadia shares her approach to c...

What does it really take to become a Partner in record breaking time in Dubai? In this week’s Taking Care of Business , Chairman Lewis Allsopp sits down with newly promoted Partner, Daniel Perry, to discuss his journey from hospitality in Dubai to becoming a Partner at Allsopp & Allsopp in just five years. Dan shares how he made the move into real estate during COVID, the mindset behind his pr...

In this market update, we break down what it’s really been like in Dubai’s property market over the past four weeks since the geopolitical conflict started. Carl looks at both the slowdown and the early signs of recovery. Early March brought a noticeable shift, with viewings down by 71% and applicants 64% below early-year levels as uncertainty and seasonal factors took hold. But supply remained st...

Carl Allsopp, a property investor with over 25 years of experience reveals his top 3 property investment picks for 2026 and explains why these areas offer the best potential for growth and returns. Forget the usual buzz around new builds, balcony pools or Downtown Dubai - Carl breaks down the real opportunities you should be watching as the market evolves. With Dubai’s property landscape shifting...

Kicking off the new year with CEO Carl Allsopp and Chairman Lewis Allsopp on how millionaires build wealth in Dubai. In this episode of Taking Care of Business, Carl and Lewis share how they’ve built long-term wealth and scaled a successful business in Dubai. They reflect on a record-breaking year, discussing why planning, execution, and data-driven decisions matter more than New Year’s resolution...

Join Carl for this week’s Christmas Special of Taking Care of Business, joined by two very special helpers - his daughters, Ellie and Esme. From the comfort of Carl’s home, Ellie and Esme take over the questions as Carl shares a behind-the-scenes look at the Allsopp family’s Christmas traditions. Tune in to hear what motivates him, what he’s learned this year, and why the gym plays such an importa...

Our 200th episode of Taking Care of Business! This week Lewis and Carl take us down memory lane as they hit a very special milestone on their podcasting journey! They discuss everything from setting up their business to never-before-heard stories, how they almost lost it all and some very raw and unfiltered answers. Lewis and Carl open up about the real story behind their early days, sharing the p...

This week, Lewis sits down with George Hojeige, Group CEO of Virtuzone, for an inspiring conversation between two entrepreneurs who have built thriving businesses in Dubai. Together, they discuss the city’s booming entrepreneurial scene, the rapid rise in business setups, and how Virtuzone has evolved to meet the needs of Dubai’s ever-growing community of innovators. From taking risks and adapting...

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In this episode of Taking Care of Business, Lewis sits down with an unexpected agent - Gilles Bindels, a property developer turned real estate agent. A highly successful developer across Europe and Dubai, Gilles has swapped the world of large-scale development for a new challenge as a real estate agent with Allsopp & Allsopp Private Office. He reflects on his early start in property during his...

Join Carl as he explores the fascinating world of hotel investment with Elie Milky, Chief Development Officer at Radisson Hotel Group. They unpack the strategic side of hotel development across Dubai and the UAE, diving into how Radisson partners with investors, builds long-term strategies, and navigates both the challenges and opportunities in the hospitality investment space. Carl uncovers why R...

It's our 17th-anniversary special! Sit down with Chairman, Lewis Allsopp and CEO, Carl Allsopp to get real about our journey. We reveal the Dubai investment secret that could have made you a millionaire, the biggest mistakes we made, and the wild "Plan B" that almost happened. This is the unfiltered story of how a "total disaster" of a business plan grew into an empire. Lewis and Carl share invalu...

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Allsopp & Allsopp are shaking up the market with their biggest agent transfer to date! This week, Lewis sits down with Partner Jamal Tuzgani to explore the dynamic luxury community of Jumeirah Islands. They discuss the thriving off-plan and secondary markets, the influx of high-net-worth buyers driving. Lewis and Jamal also highlight the game changing addition to the team, joining forces with...

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Join us for a special episode as we go behind the scenes of training and development at Allsopp & Allsopp, featuring Selina Sanger, our Head of Learning and Development. Selina sits down with Paul Kelly, Operations Director, to explore the power of structured onboarding, how our tailored training sets agents up for long-term success, and why it plays a key role in producing some of Dubai’s mos...

Join Dan Moloney, Revenue and Performance Director, and Charlie Jasper, Senior Sales Consultant, as they dive into Dubai’s hottest property trend: renovations. In this episode, they explore the increasing popularity of renovating older Dubai properties, the types of renovations underway, and what distinguishes a good renovation from an exceptional one. Listen in for an in-depth look at the renovat...

in this week’s episode of Keys to the City, Recruitment Director Kameron Hutchinson is joined by Senior Sales Consultant Ben Streeton. Join us as we explore Ben’s incredible journey from a holiday in Dubai to becoming an ultra-successful real estate agent in just one year! Kam and Ben share the story of his unconventional career start, including interviewing in beachwear, his shift from lettings t...

Is the Dubai property market really still that strong? Join Managing Director Marc Walters and Revenue and Performance Director Dan Moloney on this week’s episode as they take a deep dive into the performance of Dubai’s real estate market in the first half of 2025. They unpack the new DLD home buying programme for first-time buyers, explore how more home-owners are reinvesting property equity back...

Join Carl as he dives into the fascinating story of Senior Developer Sales Consultant Victor Lupson, a former oil trader who transitioned into the Dubai off-plan real estate market with Allsopp & Allsopp. In this week's episode, Victor shares his journey, the challenges he faced, and what it was like stepping into the overwhelming world of real estate for the first time. He and Carl explore hi...

Ever wondered what it’s like inside one of the most sought after villas in Jumeirah Golf Estates? This week on Taking Care of Business, Marc Walters, Managing Director, and Darren Murphy, Partner and JGE specialist, take you inside a stunning golf course view villa right in the heart of the community. They dive into why Jumeirah Golf Estates remains one of Dubai’s most in demand communities, the g...

This week, Carl sits down with James Fahey, Head of Commercial, to explore the commercial real estate market in Dubai. From investment opportunities to prime business locations, James and Carl uncover one of Dubai’s best-kept investment secrets. 00:00 Introduction and Greetings 00:19 Understanding Commercial Real Estate 01:48 Current Trends in Dubai's Commercial Market 02:46 Client Experiences and...

June marks Men’s Mental Health Month, an important time dedicated to raising awareness about the mental health challenges that men face every day. Daniel, Richard, Matthew, and Kieran from the Allsopp & Allsopp team sit down on this week’s episode and open up about the challenges and stigmas surrounding men's mental health. They share personal experiences, reflect on the pressures and societal...

In this episode, Carl sits down with Mark Gaskin, COO of LEOS Development, to explore the new standard of development entering Dubai’s real estate market. Mark shares what sets LEOS apart with their UK-led approach to quality and designs and why Dubai was the natural next step for them. From strategic locations to climate-adaptive communities and standout amenities, we dive into their current proj...