Buying Off-Plan in Dubai — A Step-by-Step Guide

## Choose the Developer Stick to Tier-1 developers (Emaar, Sobha, Nakheel, DAMAC, Aldar). Check the project is registered with RERA and that the escrow account is operational at the DLD. ## Secure Allocation For tier-1 launches, allocations sell out within 24–48 hours. Speak to your broker 10–14 days before launch and have your EOI cheque ready. ## Payment Plans Common structures: 60/40, 70/30, 80/20 — split between construction and handover. Some developers offer post-handover plans extending up to 4 years. ## Resale Before Handover Once 30–40% of the purchase price has been paid, you can resell on the secondary market via an Oqood transfer at the DLD.