Real Estate and Property Management Business Setup in the UAE

Real estate brokerages and property managers need a trade licence and registration with the real estate regulator, such as RERA in Dubai.

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What to know about Real Estate

Trade licence

A licence for the real estate activity.

Regulator registration

Registration with the real estate regulator is required.

Broker requirements

Brokers and agents usually need training and registration.

Premises

A suitable office is generally required.

How to get started with Maven&

01

Free consultation

We review your goals, activity and budget.

02

Plan and quote

We recommend an option and give an itemised quote.

03

Prepare documents

We list and prepare the documents you need.

04

Apply

We submit the application and handle follow-ups.

05

Launch and support

We support visas, banking, accounting and compliance after launch.

What to prepare

Send us what you have and we will confirm what is missing.

  • Passport copy of every shareholder and manager
  • A short description of your business activity and plans
  • Copy of the trade licence and incorporation documents, if the company already exists
  • Details of how many visas or team members you plan to have
  • Anything else we ask for once we understand your case

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Why choose Maven& for Real Estate

One dedicated consultant

One consultant coordinates your application from start to finish, so you never repeat yourself to a new team.

Transparent, itemised pricing

Every quote lists government fees and service fees line by line, with no hidden extras after you sign.

Checked against official sources

We work from official government guidance and confirm current requirements before we file.

Connected services

Company formation, visas, tax, accounting and banking are handled as one coordinated plan.

Real Estate: frequently asked questions

A trade licence, regulator registration and registered brokers.

The real estate regulator in Dubai (RERA). We confirm current requirements.

Generally yes for a brokerage.

Maven& confirms government fees and our service fees in an itemised quote before you commit.

Ready to get started with Real Estate?

Get a clear, itemised quote and a setup plan built around your activity. Talk to a Maven& consultant today.

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