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Insurance Essentials – Find out more
Updated 24-February-2015 Here you go....the Dubai Sherpas have added links to more specific points about insurance in Dubai, helping you get a handle on the Dubai insurance quirks...
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Costs of Renting Property
Updated 11-January-2015 Remember to include the additional costs of renting property in Dubai. They can add up to a minimum of 15% of the annual rental....
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RERA Rental Increase Calculator – USE IT
Updated 27-December-2014 The RERA Rental Calculator is a superb tool for anyone involved in the property rental industry. Use it to negotiate your rent. ...
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Accident & Emergency (A&E)
Updated 11-December-2014 The Dubai Sherpas hope you will never need this guide but anything can happen any time so keep this handy to help you in any accident & emergency situation....
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UPDATES: DEWA DEPOSITS
Updated 11-December-2014 As of 16th October 2014, DEWA has doubled the amount of the DEWA deposit paid by tenants to AED 2,000 for apartments and AED 4,000 for villas....
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My Neighbourhood – Shoreline Apartments
Updated 11-December-2014 Access to a fine beach, some lovely sea views, swimming pools, restaurants and bars. Insider information from residents in the Shoreline Apartments....
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My Neighbourhood – Palm Jumeirah
Updated 11-December-2014 Looking for inside information on living on one of the 16 fronds on Palm Jumeriah? Residents, past and present, are happy to share their villa experiences....
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My Neighbourhood – Discovery Gardens
Updated 11-December-2014 'My neighbourhood' articles will provide information from people living in Dubai's various residential areas. This is Discovery Gardens' chance to shine!...
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Before signing a Tenancy Contract
Updated 11-December-2014 Check the fine print before signing a Tenancy Contract....double check the fine detail...here's the lowdown......
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Tenancy Contract Renewal
Updated 11-December-2014 Who hasn't had issues with the annual tenancy contract renewal. 90 days is the magic timeline. Don't give up too easily!...
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