Residential Property Management Services in Dubai

Better Homes Property Management is raising the bar in managing Dubai residential property/ies. Our knowledge of the local markets combined with our customised marketing strategies result in maximising rental returns, minimising risks and promoting long-term sustainable tenancy for Dubai residential property owners. Founded in 1992, Better Homes Property Management has met the needs of numerous clients’ Dubai residential property portfolios. Today, we have a dedicated team upwards of 75 people, taking care of properties in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and across the United Arab Emirates.

We offer property management solutions for single units, multiple units, entire buildings and developments in Dubai’s residential and commercial segments. Our occupancy rates run at an average of 98.7 percent to our credit. We offer a full and comprehensive range of property management services ranging from accounting to coordination of repairs and maintenance. At Better Homes, we strive to provide professional and proactive property management along with exceptional customer service to owners and tenants.

Market Research and Property Inspection

Our dedicated Property Management team systematically performs a market rental analysis and a thorough inspection of Dubai residential property/ies in order to determine the appropriate rental value. Upon communicating this to the owner, we begin teaming up with them to strategically manage their unit. Additionally, we conduct a detailed pre-handover inspection of your Dubai residential property, identifying all visual defects and faults that need to be rectified by the developer.

Marketing

Better Homes Property Management effectively markets Dubai residential property/ies so that a reliable tenant can be identified through our professional screening services. Our key online marketing tool is the Better Homes website, bhomes.com, which attracts millions of unique visitors each month and has all the information a prospective tenant needs in order to make an information decision about whether or not to rent a particular property. Every Dubai residential property unit page includes a description of the home, location, size, floor plan and rental fees. Additionally, we engage in the re-marketing and management of vacant Dubai residential property/ies between tenancies.

Tenant Screening

Better Homes Property Management utilises a professional screening service to evaluate a prospective renter’s credit, background check, professional and employment history, rental history and other references. Our complete screening process offers numerous rewards and advantages such as low tenant turnover, sustained occupancy rates, happy tenants and satisfied Dubai residential property owners. 

Rent Collection

Better Homes Property Management promptly collects rents and provides the owner with a check or a direct deposit to the account of their choice. 

Dispute Resolution

We do our best to resolve disputes in a judicious manner. In the event of non-payment by tenant, absconding tenants or other disputes requiring legal attention, we register the landlord’s case with the Dubai Rental Dispute Settlement Centre. Additionally, we arrange for notarized legal notices to be sent to tenants, on behalf of the landlord, in accordance with the governing law.

Move-In/Move-Out Process

At Better Homes Property Management, we do a comprehensive walk-through of Dubai residential property/ies and have a detailed document to assess damages. Further, we conduct periodic inspections to ensure that Dubai residential property/ies are maintained responsibly and are ready to move into. At the end of a tenancy contract and at the beginning of a new one, we provide a detailed check-in/check-out report which has information on our inspection to record the condition of the unit and verify that the handover is complete and/or that deliverables such as keys, access cards and documents are received by the landlord from the tenant. 

Maintenance/Repairs

Better Homes’ Property Management team address maintenance requirements and if required, contact our wide range of preferred partners to get quotes on behalf of the owner to promptly address any issues arising on Dubai residential property/ies.

Value Added Services

In addition to the services mentioned above, our Property Management team liaise with the developer and Dubai Land Department to obtain your Dubai residential property title deeds. 

One of the biggest decisions you will need to make as a Dubai residential property owner is whether or not to hire the services of a property management company. While you may be able to manage your properties on your own or with the help of an independent person, you may need more help, and that is when a property management expert such as Better Homes will add value to your investment portfolio.

By working with a property management company such as Better Homes, as a Dubai residential property/ies owner, you save time and worry over marketing your properties, rent collection, property preventive maintenance and repair, responding to tenant complaints, tenant screening and sometimes even pursuing evictions.

Additionally, as Property Management experts, we bring our know-how and expertise to your Dubai residential property, giving you the peace of mind that comes with knowing your investment is in safe hands.

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Dubai's Best Real Estate Agency

Whether you’re looking for a beachfront villa for a week or an apartment for a year, we at Better Homes, have you covered. Choose which homes you like and when you’d like to see them. Our advanced and easy-to-use search platform displays the best real estate and latest updates continuously – you see everything our agents can see.

Transition seamlessly from searching for Dubai real estate on our platform to collaborating with an agent to narrow your search and visiting open houses.

Partner with top agents through the entire process of buying, renting, selling or leasing Dubai real estate: from search to signing. Find an expert who knows the nuances of your neighbourhood and has a track record for selling and letting properties similar to yours. As an established real estate agency, Better Homes offers a refreshingly simple way to find the home you love. And the best online search experience of the latest Dubai real estate for sale and rent alongside unique insight into the property market.

Combining technology, teamwork and personalised service, we make it possible for you to work with licensed experts who understand the numbers driving every sale and take control of your Dubai real estate search.

As an expert real estate agency, we also place heavy emphasis on data accuracy. Our system patrols all listings for accuracy with regard to prices, and images and descriptions to ensure that they match real-life details. With our ‘search by agent’ feature, we help you work with the best Dubai real estate agents in the market by enabling you to view customer ratings, business strengths and public reviews and thereby connect with the right agent for you, every single time.

Rate and review agents. See who specialises in your community and has the right experience to meet your needs. Enjoy property recommendations handpicked for you. Save properties for later viewing.
Dedicated to empowering you with the right data, tools and knowledge and connecting you with the best professionals in Dubai real estate, we make the process of finding, selling or renting your home or office stress-free and enjoyable.

Click here to get started with your Dubai real estate search.

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Best spots to watch Dubai fireworks

Ring in 2016 with a spark!

New Year's Eve fireworks in Dubai have always been a huge favourite amongst residents. Fireworks shows at Burj Khalifa, Burj Al Arab and Jumeirah Beach Residence (home to one of Better Homes Dubai key offices) are set to dazzle Dubai's skies this year as well. Do keep in mind that Dubai metro and other forms of public transport will be fully packed so watch out if you’re traveling with kids.

The Burj Khalifa fireworks this year is expected to be designed around a theme of a futuristic Dubai and the 2020 vision, highlighting the country’s achievements in 2015. The fireworks show will be followed by a brilliant audio-visual display with LED lights. If you cannot make it, worry not. No matter where you are this New Year's Eve, you can catch live streaming of the event on television and online.

We at Better Homes have put together a list of top spots to catch the world's finest, largest and most spectacular fireworks at the stroke of midnight.

1.      Downtown Dubai

Shop, sip and swirl by night here, for Downtown is a 24/7 destination. A nabe that never sleeps and never lets up, Downtown is a great spot to take in spectacular views of the fireworks. There are vantage points peppered across the community to watch the world’s tallest building, Burj Khalifa, light up in a majestic spark fest. Head to any of the cafés here or book yourself a table at one of the many restaurants to watch the night sky light up. You can also watch the celebrations from allocated viewing locations in Burj Park and Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard. We recommend that you arrive before 6pm though.

2.      Dubai Mall
Catch the exciting events at Dubai Fountain before the fireworks. The Dubai Mall parking is expected to close early so make sure to reach early to grab the best spot. 

3.      Atlantis Palm Jumeirah
Atlantis is also expected to host dazzling fireworks this year. Great viewing spots would include spots outside of Palm Jumeirah such as Dubai Media City, Kite Beach, Jumeirah Street or any of the bars such as Zero Gravity and restaurants and lounges located on top floors in Dubai Marina.

4.      Kite Beach and Jumeirah Beach
Pack in a picnic, grab a blanket, have a barbeque, wait until 12am and get set with your friends and family to experience a night to remember. Aside from the Burj Al Arab Beach and Kite Beach, Zabeel Park and Dubai Creek Park are also good bets to enjoy the dazzling array of fireworks.

5.      Al Khail Road
Park anywhere at Al Khail Road to catch a glimpse of the magical fireworks and ring in the New Year.

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How to discover a reliable real estate agency in Dubai

You've been eyeing a gorgeous property for a while now. However, there’s just one minor hurdle you need to cross: finding a reliable and trustworthy real estate agency in Dubai who won’t take you for a ride. As a savvy property hunter, you should be able to identify genuine real estate agents who understand your needs and go the extra mile to make sure the buying process is a smooth one. A good real estate agent can help you find or sell a property quickly as they have knowledge of and quicker access to properties coming onto the market. Real estate professionals at Better Homes show you the latest homes on the market. Alternatively, if you are looking to sell, they will tell others about your property and therefore, also be on the lookout for you.

Moreover, no one knows real estate better than a qualified real estate agency in Dubai. Not only are they aware of market trends, they also understand how to set price points and will identify the best avenues for advertising your property.

Here are questions to ask a real estate agent before deciding to work with him/her.

1. Are you a registered professional?

Ensure that the agent at the real estate agency in Dubai is registered with the Dubai Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA). The list of registered brokers is available at RERA’s website. All agents at Better Homes Dubai are RERA certified, so you are sure that you will be working with the best in the business.

2. How many years of experience do you possess?

You have to make sure that the agent has a credible work history. Importantly, the agent should have experience closing homes in the city and neighbourhood that you are looking to buy or sell property in. Better Homes’ agents are area specialists and come with complete knowledge on specific neighbourhoods.

3. What is your knowledge of the industry?

Double check his/her responses by asking experts that you may know. They should also possess a proven track record of successfully closing transactions in your desired community and be knowledgeable on factors such as local amenities, government regulations and market trends as such information will impact the final sale.

4. What percentage of your clients are buyers?

Most real estate agents also work with sellers for a hefty commission, so it’s important to know that that the agent you will be working with has your best interests in mind.

5. Would you have references?

Ask the agent to present written references from past clients and give you a link to their online profile where you can read up on customer testimonials.

Most importantly, you need to find a knowledgeable agent that you can also rely on. Did he/she patiently listen to your concerns and try to provide a suitable solution?

If the answer to all the questions above is yes, then you have found the right real estate agency in Dubai!

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Better Homes Real Estate launches dynamic new website

Multiple new features to improve efficiency and functionality around the property search

DUBAI, UAE - Wednesday, 13th May 2015: Better Homes Real Estate, the region’s leading property agency for over 25 years, has launched an upgraded version of its website to give new and existing landlords, tenants and visitors greater speed and accuracy of information.  The new site is live at bhomes.com and includes multiple key new features such as a simplified search option, a comprehensive open house page, a direct arrange a viewing button, image scroll tool and instant change of search criteria, all of which were created to make the process of looking for a new or selling an existing property more efficient for its customers.

Upgrades to the website were conducted in-house through the company’s Marketing Department over the course of nine months to address client concerns and issues assembled through their Customer Care Department.  While the site has undergone upgrades in the past to continuously ensure best performance, this recent upgrade has been the most complex.

With over 4,000 unique visitors every month, the company’s website is renowned for its innovative approach to showcasing properties and plays a key role in the marketing of client property.  For more information please visit www.bhomes.com or call +9714 600 52 2233.

About Better Homes Real Estate: Established by Linda Mahoney in 1986, this is a full service property agency employing over 500 staff; while its Corporate Office is based in Dubai the company operates 10 branches across the GCC open 6 days a week supported by a 24 hour Customer Care Department; the Better Homes service offering comprises residential and commercial sales and leasing, property management, short-term rentals and off plan sales.  

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