Renting out remotely: what do you need?
To rent out your home in Dubai while living abroad, you need a few things in place. First, a Power of Attorney (POA), a notarized authorization that allows your property manager to act on your behalf for Ejari registration, DEWA connections and contract signing. This POA can be drawn up by a notary in your home country and must be attested by the relevant ministry of foreign affairs and the UAE embassy.
Second, you need a UAE bank account to receive rent cheques. We guide you through opening an account with one of the major UAE banks such as Emirates NBD or Mashreq, a process that can largely be initiated remotely. Rental income is then periodically transferred to your bank account abroad.
DEWA, service charges and running costs
As owner you are responsible for the annual service charges payable to the building management (comparable to a homeowners association fee). These range from AED 10 to AED 30 per square foot per year, depending on the development and its facilities. A 1,000 sqft apartment therefore pays approximately AED 10,000–30,000 per year in service charges.
DEWA (Dubai Electricity and Water Authority) supplies water and electricity. When a property is let, the DEWA connection is typically placed in the tenant's name, so the tenant bears the consumption costs. We coordinate the DEWA transfer at every change of tenant. Additional owner costs include home insurance (AED 500–2,000 per year) and preventive maintenance (AC servicing, repainting).
Preparing your property and professional marketing
A well-presented property lets on average 30–40% faster than a standard listing. Our team arranges professional wide-angle photography, a virtual tour for remote viewings and a compelling description in English, the working language of the Dubai rental market.
Your home is listed on Property Finder, Bayut and Dubizzle, the three dominant property platforms in Dubai, which together reach more than 90% of the rental market. In addition, we activate our network of corporate relocation agencies that search for homes on behalf of international companies for their employees. These corporate tenants are typically the most reliable and financially stable tenants.
Day-to-day management and monthly reporting
Our management team in Dubai handles all daily operations: communication with the tenant, coordination of maintenance and repairs, cheque management and collection, Ejari registration and renewal, and DEWA transfers. For larger maintenance work (above AED 1,000) we always request your approval before commissioning the work.
You receive a detailed monthly financial statement through our online client portal. This statement covers the rental income received, management fees, maintenance expenses and the net amount transferred to your account. You therefore always have full insight into the financial performance of your property.
Rental pricing strategy and seasonal effects
The Dubai rental market follows clear seasonal patterns. The working season, September to March, is the busiest period with the strongest tenant demand. Many expats begin new employment contracts in these months and look for a home. In the summer months (April–August) demand declines and there is more pressure to price competitively.
We align the pricing strategy with these dynamics. When placing your home on the market, we conduct a comparative analysis based on recent Ejari data and current listing prices in your building and community. The objective is a market-conforming price that quickly attracts a reliable tenant without giving away return.