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🎙️ EPISODE OVERVIEW

Comprehensive strategic comparison of secondary market (ready properties) and off-plan investments for 2026. Learn when each strategy wins, portfolio allocation recommendations, risk-reward profiles, and January 2026 market opportunities.

📊 KEY TOPICS COVERED

• Secondary market advantages: 7.8% immediate yields (JVC), physical inspection, established rental demand, no construction delays

• Off-plan advantages: 15-20% appreciation potential (Dubai South), payment plan leverage, early-bird pricing discounts (10-20%)

• Price comparison 2026: Narrowing gap between ready and off-plan due to 64,000 unit supply

• Rental yield comparison: JVC ready 7.82%, Business Bay 6-8%, Dubai South projected 7-8%

• Portfolio allocation strategies: 60/40 (balanced), 50/50 (moderate), 70/30 (income focus), 30/70 (appreciation focus)

💡 KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Ready properties deliver immediate income: 7.8% yields in JVC, 6-8% Business Bay, rental from day one

• Off-plan offers leverage: 10-20% down controls full asset, 15-20% appreciation during construction (Dubai South)

• 60/40 allocation recommended: 60% ready (income stability), 40% off-plan (appreciation potential)

• January corporate relocations: 5-10% rental premium for ready properties with immediate availability

• 2026 context: 64,000 units favor selective entry in established buildings (ready) and strong developers with infrastructure links (off-plan)

📈 DATA SOURCES

Property Monitor | DXB Interact | Dubai Land Department | Emaar Properties | Damac Properties | Nakheel | Sobha Realty | JLL | CBRE | Asteco

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📞 CONTACT PARAG KUNDALWAL | CONSULTAA

Founder & CEO, Consultaa - Dubai Real Estate Consulting & Global Capital Advisory

🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paragkundalwal/

🌐 Website: https://consultaadxb.com

📧 Email: [email protected]

📱 Phone: +971585964631

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