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Overseas Living Magazine:Standing out from the crowd

Standing out from the crowd

When it comes to Dubai, The First Group knows more than a thing or two about investing. The British-owned property development company specialises in delivering property solutions to meet the demands of the international investor market. With stunning buildings in sought after locations, The First Group is now one of the most renowned names offering investment opportunities in both Dubai's residential and hotel sector

Overseas Living Magazine:Setting a new benchmark

Setting a new benchmark

Jumeirah Living, part of the Dubai-based hotel company Jumeirah, is managing the World Trade Centre Residence in Dubai; their first luxury residence in the emirate state

Overseas Living Magazine:Land of opportunity

Land of opportunity

Over recent years Dubai has been a central attraction - a catalyst that has transformed the Middle East into an international business centre

Overseas Living Magazine:Luxury assured

Luxury assured

The holiday market is healthy, as development in Dubai defies economic downturn

Overseas Living Magazine:Business in Dubai

Business in Dubai

Recognised as the regional trading hub, Dubai's commercial market has tremendous potential. This has aroused interest from overseas companies in a wide range of sectors

Overseas Living Magazine:From the Creek to the Gulf

From the Creek to the Gulf

Dubai Properties, a member of Dubai Holding, operates with the express aim of conceiving unique communities that offer unparalleled value to suit the diverse lifestyles of discerning customers

Overseas Living Magazine:What Dubai did next

What Dubai did next

Just like the casinos in Las Vegas who try to trump the neighbour with wilder and wilder themes, the glitziest city in the Middle East is in a constant flux of luxury expansion

Overseas Living Magazine:An excellent perspective

An excellent perspective

Dubai's real estate market is still young. Only since 2002 have foreigners been allowed to purchase properties in so called 'freehold areas', and are therefore not anymore dependant to engage in a 99 year long 'leasehold' regulation, which is similar to 'long-term building lease'

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