The top developers include EMAAR, Nakheel and Meraas (under Dubai Holding), as well as Expo Dubai. Among private developers, Select Group and Ellington are considered market leaders.

Smaller or newer developers often offer the most flexible payment plans, but this can sometimes mean sacrificing on build quality or community reputation. Among the more established names, Select Group, Ellington and Expo offer competitive options like 30/70 or 50/50 and occasionally post-handover plans.

For villas, EMAAR inland communities and Nakheel’s Palm, Jebel Ali and Dubai Islands projects are top picks. For apartments, buyers often look to JVC and JVT for value, or waterfront options like Dubai Islands. Luxury choices vary widely depending on buyer needs.

Yes, the process is simple and can be done remotely. Investors can book a unit, sign digitally and have the property registered without needing to visit Dubai in person. At haus & haus, we can assist you to make sure everything runs smoothly, from selecting the right unit to completing registration.

Yes. An investor visa is available for purchases starting from AED 750,000. For AED 2 million and above, buyers may be eligible for a Golden Visa.

In most cases, no. Large developers do not allow customisations due to the scale of construction. Exceptions may exist for ultra-luxury or boutique projects.

We work with a wide range of trusted developers. Our top six include EMAAR, Meraas, Nakheel, Expo, Select Group and Ellington. We also partner with reputable private developers such as SOL Properties and Beyond by Omnia.