Commercial Sales

Businesses searching for offices for rent in Dubai are entering a market that has steadied and become more open to negotiation. CRC Property's Q3 2026 market report shows office sales volumes recovering, secondary prices stabilising and tenants securing more flexible terms, with 83% of CRC's commercial leasing transact…

Choosing between a free zone and mainland licence is usually framed as a legal or ownership decision. In practice, it is also a real estate decision and one that determines where you can operate, how much space you are required to hold and how soon you will outgrow a flexi-desk. For business owners, entrepreneurs…

Short answer: yes and it's more common than you'd thinkIf you're asking “can you buy an operational business in Dubai?” the answer is a straightforward yes. Dubai has one of the most active business acquisition markets in the region and buying an existing, revenue-generating company is often a faster and lower-risk rou…

After a red-hot start to the year, Dubai's office market took a breather in Q2 2026. Transaction volumes dropped sharply but sales value barely moved, a gap that tells a more interesting story than the headline number alone. Buyers didn't leave the market, they just got more picky. The Numbers: A Sharp Volume Drop…

Dubai's Commercial Real Estate Market in Q2 2026: Key Trends and InsightsDubai's commercial property market recorded AED 24.25 billion in transaction value during Q2 2026, offering a revealing look at where investor confidence, and capital, is flowing across the office, retail and industrial sectors. In this article, w…

Dubai's real estate market is firing on all cylinders in 2026. But for every investor who's made a fortune on residential apartments, another has quietly outperformed them with a well-placed commercial unit. The real question isn't which asset class wins outright, it's which one wins for you.This guide cuts through the…

One of the most effective ways to enter Dubai's commercial market is not to start from scratch, it is to acquire a business that is already operating. Buying a turnkey business gives you immediate cash flow, an established customer base, trained staff, existing supplier relationships and a proven location.Dubai's econo…

Dubai’s commercial real estate landscape reached a pivotal turning point in the first quarter of 2026. Following the historic highs of 2025, the market has entered a phase of strategic maturation, transitioning from a volume-driven environment to one defined by high-value, institutional-grade transactions.Click to down…

The Quick Take: Buying an existing business in Dubai allows investors to bypass the "delivery gap" and tap into immediate cash flow. With 2026 seeing a 5% GDP growth and a population surpassing 4 million, sectors like automotive, healthcare and F&B are offering record-breaking ROIs.Dubai’s commercial landscape has…

Choosing the right office space is one of the most critical decisions for any business expanding in Dubai. With the commercial market seeing a "supply squeeze" in Grade A assets and new tax regulations in full effect, the choice between Shell and Core and a Fitted Office has significant implications for your bottom lin…

Finding the Right Office in Dubai Isn’t Just About Space — It’s About PositioningDubai’s commercial real estate market has evolved significantly over the past few years. While transaction volumes remain strong, what we’re seeing on the ground is a shift in how businesses approach office space.Decision-making cycles are…

For international investors entering Dubai’s commercial real estate market, one of the most critical strategic decisions is choosing between freehold and leasehold property ownership. This is not just a legal distinction, it directly impacts ROI, financing, liquidity and long-term asset control.With Dubai positioned as…