Homes to rent, explained plainly.

Residential tenancies in the UAE typically run for one year. You agree the rent and terms with the landlord, sign the tenancy contract, pay the deposit and rent cheques, and in Dubai the contract is registered with Ejari — which you need to connect DEWA utilities and, for families, school registrations. We handle the shortlist, viewings, negotiation and paperwork so the move is orderly.

Annual rent is traditionally paid by post-dated cheques — commonly one to four per year. Fewer cheques usually strengthens your negotiating position on price; more cheques eases cash flow but some landlords price it in. We negotiate the cheque structure alongside the rent itself, because the two trade against each other.

Beyond the first rent cheque, budget for a refundable security deposit (typically around 5% of annual rent unfurnished, 10% furnished), an agency fee (commonly around 5% of annual rent), Ejari registration and utility connection deposits. Exact figures vary by emirate and property — we itemise every cost in writing before you sign anything.

Yes. We negotiate rent, cheque structure and contract clauses on your behalf, review the tenancy contract before you sign, and coordinate Ejari registration, utilities and handover inspection. One advisor stays your point of contact from first viewing to keys in hand.