Residential Seller’s Checklist

Come sell your property in Dubai with us — here are a few factors to consider for a breezy sales experience

Be aware of the time frame

The complete selling process takes approximately 1 months after having an agreed buyer.

Market your property

Marketing your property across a wide range of portals and avenues helps find a buyer and prevent void periods

Make your property stand out

Highlight the bestselling aspects of your property and give the buyers a reason to present an offer.

Understand your price

Understand the market pattern and identify the prices of properties similar to yours. Remember that prices advertised and finalized prices are different. Set prices that align with the market to avoid delays in finding the right buyer.

Be flexible with viewings

Ensure the viewing timings are flexible for the potential buyers to visit and speed up the selling process.

Organize your paperwork

Prepare the necessary documentation. This includes the Sales & Purchase Agreement (SPA), the title deed, floor plans, and a location map.

Pay off your mortgage

Produce a liability letter from the bank that you have the mortgage on your property with. Once you do, the buyer’s bank will then arrange to pay off your mortgage. You may be asked to sign a few documents pertaining to authorizing your bank to accept the settlement of the loan and instructing the bank to release the property documents once the mortgage is settled. The buyer’s bank will pay off the mortgage while your bank issues the clearance documentation.

Transfer of Ownership

The next step is to submit a copy of the NOC to the buyer’s bank. The bank will then take about 2-3 days to prepare the final documentation for the property transfer. You would then need to meet with the buyer, the buyer’s bank, agent and the mortgage consultant at the developer’s office (if it is a property under construction) or at the Dubai Land Department to initiate the transfer.