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Dubai First-Time Home Buyer Programme expands with nine new developers

Dubai's First-Time Home Buyer Programme, launched by the Dubai Land Department and Department of Economy and Tourism in July 2025, has expanded to include nine additional developers, bringing the total to 22 and broadening eligible properties across different communities and price points.

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The programme has already generated over AED 5 billion in residential transactions and helped more than 3,200 residents purchase their first homes, with nearly 45,000 registered participants in less than a year. New participating developers include Arada, Dubai World Trade Centre, IRTH Group, Manam, Qube Development, Reportage Properties, SAMANA Developers, Sky View Real Estate and 4Direction Developments. Five partner banks offer tailored mortgage products with preferential interest rates, reduced fees and faster approval. Additional perks include interest-free instalment plans on Dubai Land Department registration fees and customised payment structures for off-plan purchases.

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“The latest expansion added nine new developers, taking the total number of participating developers to 22 and significantly increasing the number of eligible homes available across different communities and price points.”

— Gulf News, 9 Jun 2026

Reported by: Gulf News 9 Jun 2026 Read the original ↗ More from Gulf News →

This is a plain-language summary, not legal advice. For your specific situation, consult a UAE-qualified professional and the original source.

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Gulf News (UAE).

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9 Jun 2026.

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Read the original at Gulf News: https://gulfnews.com/business/property/how-first-time-home-buyers-now-get-more-perks-moving-from-renting-to-owning-in-dubai-1.500567577

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