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Oct 2025
15m 33s

“Buying Off-Plan in Dubai with a Mortgag...

Dubai Property Podcast
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Lillian, Mario and Craig talk about buying off-plan with a mortgage. Financing is only available for select developers, and banks require 50% of the property to be paid, not just complete. They also breakdown Dubai Hills for a spotlight on his community and more news for the week. ► Record A Message: https://www.speakpipe.com/realestateradio ► Subscribe here ... Show More
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