// Seller’s Guide

A 10-step guide
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Want to sell your property? Get the right knowledge from our experts — or follow this complete walk-through, from preparation through to the final DLD transfer.

1

Presentation of your property

If you want to sell your home quickly and for a higher price, prioritise making it look its best: fix any cracks, flaws, and maintenance issues, clean thoroughly, repaint if needed, tend to the garden.

2

Conduct a full market analysis

A real estate expert will conduct an on-site analysis of the current market and provide pricing suggestions based on property type, location, and development.

Online tools like DXBinteract provide reliable information on previous transactions, rentals, and relevant data — helping you make informed pricing decisions.

3

List your property with a good real estate firm

You’ll need to sign Form A (a contract by the Dubai Land Department) and share a copy of your passport or Emirates ID and your title deed. Form A is a contract between the seller and the broker outlining all requirements.

4

Time to market your property

Marketing is crucial. Listings with professional photos and descriptions, upgraded to a premium level, have a higher chance of selling within the first four weeks.

Choose an agent with knowledge of various marketing platforms and access to premium tools that enhance exposure.

5

Expose the property to prospective buyers

Your property consultant will coordinate viewings with interested parties. Our expert will keep you updated on new leads and negotiate with prospective buyers on your behalf.

6

Agreement between seller and buyer

Once the buyer is interested, the price and terms of sale are negotiated. After consensus, both parties sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU / Form F).

The 10% security deposit is typically retained by the agency until transfer.

7

Are you a mortgage seller?

Before the NOC can be issued, the buyer must pay off the seller’s mortgage. Start the process with your bank or lender on the same day you sign the MOU.

8

Apply for the NOC

All parties gather at the developer’s office to apply for a No Objection Certificate. The developer checks for any outstanding service charges or instalments. NOC fees are typically AED 500–5,000 + VAT.

9

Disconnect the utilities

Begin the procedure of disconnecting your utilities by speaking to DEWA (Dubai Electricity and Water Authority). Disconnection is typically done online and takes 24–48 hours.

10

Time to hand over the keys

Once the NOC is issued, all parties go to the DLD Trustee office to officially transfer ownership. Manager’s cheques are required for the 4% transfer fee and an admin fee.

After completion, a new title deed is issued in the buyer’s name.

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