Hana Suzuki
Hana demystifies the buying journey for first-timers and expats — mortgages, visas, escrow, and the paperwork. No jargon, no assumptions.
Articles by Hana Suzuki
Your Guide to a Dubai Property POA
A Power of Attorney is an essential tool for buying Dubai property remotely, but it comes with risks. I'll walk you through the entire process, from drafting to final attestation, ensuring your investment is secure.
Valuation & Surveys: Your Dubai Property Guide
A property's asking price and its true value are two different things. I'll explain this critical distinction and walk you through the essential valuation and survey process in Dubai, ensuring you buy with total confidence.
Expat Guide to Dubai Property Inheritance
For expats, owning property in Dubai comes with a critical question: what happens to it when you're gone? This guide explains UAE inheritance laws and the essential steps for succession planning to protect your family and your assets.
Property Insurance in Dubai: A Buyer's Guide
Buying your first Dubai home is a huge achievement. Understanding property insurance is key to protecting your new asset, so let's break down what you really need to know.
Your Dubai Community Guide for First-Time Buyers
Choosing your first home in Dubai is about more than just the property; it's about finding a community that matches your lifestyle. This guide breaks down how to make that perfect choice.
A Buyer's Guide to the Dubai Property SPA
The Sales and Purchase Agreement is the most critical document in your Dubai property journey. This guide demystifies the SPA, explaining its key clauses, financial implications, and common pitfalls to avoid.
Your Guide to Buying Rental Property in Dubai
My complete guide for first-time investors on buying property to rent out in Dubai. I'll walk you through setting a strategy, calculating real costs, and navigating the rental market like a professional.
The Dubai Property Handover Process: A Guide
My step-by-step guide to navigating the property handover process in Dubai, from the final payment and snagging inspection to receiving your keys and settling in.
Due Diligence for Dubai Resale Property
Buying a resale property in Dubai involves more than just liking the view. Here is my comprehensive buyer's checklist for conducting thorough due diligence and protecting your investment.
Freehold vs Leasehold: A Dubai Property Guide for Expats
Understanding the difference between freehold and leasehold ownership is the first step for any expat buying property in Dubai. I'll break down what each means for your rights, your finances, and your future in the UAE.
Your Dubai Real Estate Agent: Finding the Right Partner
Choosing your Dubai real estate agent is the single most important decision you'll make in your property journey. This guide walks you through finding a trustworthy partner and what to expect from them.
Off-Plan vs. Ready Property in Dubai: Which is Right?
I'll walk you through the critical differences between buying an off-plan and a ready property in Dubai, helping you decide which path aligns with your finances and goals.
Dubai Property Paperwork: Escrow, Oqood & NOC Explained
Demystifying the crucial legal documents in Dubai real estate. I'll guide you step-by-step through Escrow, Oqood, and the NOC to ensure your property purchase is secure and straightforward.
Dubai's Golden Visa via Property: Your 2026 Guide
A comprehensive guide to securing the 10-year UAE Golden Visa by investing in Dubai real estate. We break down the AED 2 million requirement, qualifying properties, costs, and the complete application process for 2026.
Your Dubai Mortgage Guide for Expats
Securing a mortgage in Dubai as an expat is more accessible than you might think. This definitive guide walks you through every step, from eligibility and deposits to navigating rates and securing your dream home.
First-time buyer's roadmap to owning in Dubai
A clear, step-by-step roadmap for first-time buyers in Dubai that explains who can buy, how to finance it, the paperwork to expect, real costs, and the practical choices between off-plan and ready homes.
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