1. Buying the name before the unit
The address cannot fix an awkward layout, weak view, poor condition, or wrong price. Judge the exact home.
2. Using one tower-wide average
Broad averages can mix very different sizes, views, conditions, and deal terms. Use close registered sales.
3. Treating every high floor as better
Floor height is one fact. Stack, direction, view angle, lift route, and room plan can matter more.
4. Ignoring the full yearly cost
Service charges, management, maintenance, insurance, furnishing, and vacancy can change the return and holding comfort.
5. Trusting rent from an asking listing
An asking rent is not a signed rent. Use close evidence and test a lower amount plus an empty period.
6. Skipping title and property checks
Match the title, seller, unit, parking, size, and property status with the contract. Use DLD verification services.
7. Forgetting the next buyer
Write down who should buy this unit later. If the answer is only “someone who loves Burj Khalifa,” the exit plan is too broad.
8. Sending money before checking instructions
Confirm the contract, payment purpose, payee, and bank details through trusted channels. Be careful when payment details change suddenly.
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