A sitting tenant does not block a sale, but it changes who will buy and at what price. Understanding the notice rules before you list prevents a broken deal at transfer stage.
| Agency commission | 2% + VAT of the sale price (negotiable on large tickets) |
|---|---|
| DLD transfer fee | 4% — customarily paid by the buyer, but negotiable |
| NOC from the developer | AED 500–5,000 depending on the developer |
| Mortgage settlement | Early-settlement fee capped at 1% of the outstanding balance or AED 10,000 |
| Trustee office fee | AED 2,000–4,200 plus VAT |
Fees are the standard market position; several are negotiable between buyer and seller and should be written into the sale agreement.
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Only by serving 12 months' notice through a notary or registered mail on the grounds of owner use or sale, and after the current lease term. Buying a property does not shorten an existing lease.
Usually by a few percent, because you lose end-user buyers. If the rent is above current market, the yield story can offset most of that discount with investor buyers.