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Expert advice: to buy or not to buy? That is the question
As part of our Sunday Series, every week, we bring you a new expert advice column to make the most of your life in Abu Dhabi. This week, Alan Kaye, director of business development at District Real Estate, tells us what …
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Here are the hottest property locations in the city
Insiders tell us about the most exciting upcoming residential real estate projects in the capital While the property market is not expected to rebound with great energy anytime soon, the overall outlook remains pretty positive despite the continuing slowdown …
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Want to save on rent? Why these areas might be a good fit
Decreasing property prices, particularly in the rental market, has been a trend in 2017, and it’s expected to continue heading into the new year. This is the latest data from property search portal Propertyfinder in its trends report covering Q2 …
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Expert advice: What did we learn from the property market in 2017?
As part of our Sunday Series, every week, we bring you a new expert advice column to make the most of your life in Abu Dhabi. This week, Alan Kaye, director of business development at District Real Estate, tells us about …
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How to travel without hurting the environment
Are your travelling habits having a negative impact on the world? The concept of travelling to the other side of the world has become commonplace. Many of us don’t bat an eye flying to faraway destinations, taking multiple flights, cars, …
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Expert advice: The UAE property market at a glance
As part of our new Sunday Series, every week, we bring you a new expert advice column to make the most of your life in Abu Dhabi. This week, Alan Kaye, director of business development at District Real Estate, tells us …
Posted in Features
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Is it time for you to make a move in the capital?
With a slew of new developments on show at the eighth International Real Estate and Investment Show, could now be the right time to purchase an investment property? If you’ve been here for a few years and don’t think you’ll …
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Can a religious garment keep up with fashion trends?
At first glance, the abaya is simply a black cloth that covers a woman. But the piece has great cultural and religious significance to its wearers, and has done for decades. However, over the past few years, while staying true …
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Love a caffeine boost? We’ve found the best in the capital
Online editor Colin Armstrong knows that life is better with coffee. Here are his top five places to get your caffeine fix Forget instant coffee, we’re taking on every AeroPress, chemex and cafetière to find the best cup of joe …
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Collectors edition: How four individuals have mastered the art of collecting
Given the transitory nature of expat life, the idea of collecting objects may not sound particularly appealing, or even practical. But search hard enough and you’ll be surprised to come across individuals who pride themselves on being ardent collectors …
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