Dubai & Abu Dhabi  ·  Private Advisory

Matt
Karevan

Off-plan, luxury and branded residences.
AED 250M+ sold. By referral only.

250M+
AED Sold
110M
Largest Transaction
8+
Years in Market
Developer Partners
Who I Work With
Emaar
DAMAC
Sobha Realty
Binghatti
Nakheel
Omniyat
Aldar
Meraas
Select Group
Beyond
H&H
Emaar
DAMAC
Sobha Realty
Binghatti
Nakheel
Omniyat
Aldar
Meraas
Select Group
Beyond
H&H
Current Portfolio
Curated
Opportunities
Analysis & Guides
Market Intelligence
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Comparison
Palm Jebel Ali vs Palm Jumeirah: which is the better buy in 2026?
Income and certainty versus an appreciation position with delivery risk. Which one fits depends on what your capital is for.
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Process · Buying
How foreigners buy off-plan property in Dubai
Full freehold, passport only, no residency required. The seven steps from EOI to title deed, the real costs, and where deals go wrong.
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Process · Residency
Can you get a UAE Golden Visa by buying off-plan property?
Yes — AED 2M registered value qualifies, and you don't need to wait for handover. Mortgage cases, joint ownership, and how to structure it.
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Matt Karevan
The Advisor
Matt Karevan

I advise private clients on real estate across Dubai and Abu Dhabi — with a focus on risk-adjusted entry, clean execution, and long-term positioning.

250M+
AED Sold
110M
Largest Deal
8+
Years Active
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Client Words
What clients say
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★★★★★

"Matt was the only consultant who actually told me to wait. He explained why the project I was looking at wasn't the right fit and suggested we be patient. A few weeks later, he found something much stronger. That level of honesty is rare, especially in real estate."

Sarah M.
Singapore
★★★★★

"Instead of trying to sell me a project, he wanted to understand why I was investing in the first place. His advice was practical, honest, and based on what made sense for me—not what was easiest to sell."

David L.
United Kingdom
★★★★★

"Matt challenged a few assumptions I had about investing in Dubai, and I'm glad he did. Instead of simply agreeing with me, he explained why another strategy made more sense. Looking back, it was absolutely the right advice."

Omar A.
Qatar
★★★★★

"I've worked with agents in London, Dubai, and Portugal, and Matt stands out because he genuinely listens. He remembered details from our first conversation weeks later and only showed me properties that actually matched what I wanted."

Emma T.
United Kingdom
★★★★★

"He wasn't trying to convince me that every project was amazing. He pointed out the downsides as well as the positives. That honesty made his recommendations much more credible."

Priya N.
India
★★★★★

"No pressure, no endless sales calls, and no unrealistic promises. Just honest conversations, solid market knowledge, and advice that genuinely helped me make a better investment decision."

Mark C.
United States
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The Dubai Off-Plan Buyer's Guide

The process, the real costs, escrow protection, payment plans and the Golden Visa threshold — one concise PDF, written for buyers deploying AED 2M or more.

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Straight Answers
Common questions
Can foreigners buy property in Dubai?
Yes — full freehold ownership in designated zones covering every area serious investors consider, using only a passport. No residency, no local partner. The full process, step by step →
Does buying property give me UAE residency?
Property registered at AED 2M or more qualifies you for the 10-year Golden Visa — off-plan counts before handover, and it covers your spouse and children. How to structure it →
Is off-plan property in Dubai safe?
Structurally safer than its reputation: instalments go into RERA-supervised escrow accounts the developer can only draw against certified construction progress. The real risk is developer selection — which is exactly what I screen first.
What does buying actually cost beyond the price?
Roughly 4% DLD registration plus minor admin fees — Dubai has no annual property tax, no capital gains tax, and no personal income tax on rent. Run your numbers on the calculator →
Do I need to be in Dubai to buy?
No. The entire process — reservation, contract, registration — can be completed remotely with a notarised Power of Attorney. A large share of my clients buy without flying in.
How do you work, and what do you charge buyers?
I work with a small number of private clients at AED 2M+, screening developer and contract risk before anything reaches you. On off-plan purchases my fee is typically paid by the developer, not the buyer. Request access →
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