Helping you buy Dubai real estate without illusions.
Construction engineer and project manager. RERA-licensed broker. Specialisation: Madinat Jumeirah Living, Palm Jumeirah, Bluewaters, Dubai Islands. Working with investors — including remotely.
RERA BRN 50032 · 5 years in Dubai · 14 years in construction project management
Working with Dubai's leading developers
By the numbers
- AED 45M+ Closed deal volume
- 30+ Transactions
- 40% Repeat clients
- 15+ Client nationalities
Figures updated quarterly.
Where I work — 4 Dubai waterfront locations
For my clients I work across all of Dubai and beyond. But I know these four neighbourhoods building by building, floor by floor. That delivers accurate comparables and real analytics.
Madinat Jumeirah Living
Low-rise community next to Burj Al Arab. Family-grade product, scarce inventory, steady appreciation.
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Palm Jumeirah
Branded residences and capital appreciation. 5–10 year horizon.
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Bluewaters Island
Limited supply, premium tenant pool. Scarcity-driven segment.
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Dubai Islands
Nakheel master-plan on the coast off Deira. Five islands, beach inventory, early-cycle pricing.
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A senior construction project manager — now in Dubai real estate
I'm Arcady Polansky. Before Dubai, I spent 10+ years as a construction engineer and project manager on a wide range of construction projects in Russia.
That training gave me something most Dubai brokers don't have: I understand the inside of construction. When you buy off-plan, I read escrow accounts, payment milestones, contractor reputation, supply-chain risk, and realistic handover timelines like an engineer — not like a brochure salesman. I hold an official RERA licence to operate as a broker in Dubai.
I work on an anti-salesy principle: not "sell you an apartment", but assemble a balanced portfolio with a transparent risk disclosure. If a unit doesn't fit you, I'll be the first to say so. RERA-licensed broker (BRN 50032), advising CIS and international investors directly.
What I do
- 01
Buy
Object selection by goal: ROI, flip, residency, lifestyle. Full due diligence.
- 02
Sell
Valuation, marketing, buyer sourcing, DLD transaction support.
- 03
Off-plan / Investment
Launch project analysis: payment plan, escrow, capital appreciation, delay risk.
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Rental management
Long-term and short-term. Net-yield accounting, not gross marketing claims.
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Golden Visa
10-year investor visa via real estate from AED 2M.
How I work — five steps
No pressure. No hidden fees. No "burning offers". Every step documented.
- 01
Briefing (20 min)
Goals, budget, horizon, risk appetite. Without this conversation, talking about square metres is pointless.
- 02
Analytical shortlist
3–5 objects with net ROI calculations, resale liquidity, real service charges, and DLD-data comparables.
- 03
Viewing + due diligence
Live or remote viewing. Title deed, escrow, RERA project status, owner history checks.
- 04
Transaction / SPA
Form F (SPA) negotiation, DLD registration, 4% transfer fee, handover. Full payment transparency.
- 05
Post-handover
Advisory on utilities connection, Ejari, property management if needed. I don't disappear after commission.
Selected off-plan projects
6 projects with active analysis. Not advertising — curated picks with risk disclosure on each.
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MERAASRiwa at Madinat Jumeirah Living
Low-rise apartments inside the Madinat Jumeirah master plan, opposite Burj Al Arab. Family product, scarce inventory, steady appreciation.
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OMNIYATAVA at Palm Jumeirah by Dorchester Collection
Ultra-luxury branded residence, 17 units total. Trophy asset, capital-appreciation play. Not for yield buyers.
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NAKHEELComo Residences
Penthouse-only Nakheel project on Palm West Crescent. 76 floors, full-floor units, infinity views. Long-horizon trophy hold.
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MERAASBluewaters Bay
Two towers facing the Marina skyline. Limited Bluewaters supply means scarcity premium on resale; premium tenant pool.
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NAKHEELRixos Dubai Islands Hotel & Residences
Branded beachfront residence on Dubai Islands. Operator-backed STR cashflow combined with early-cycle Nakheel master-plan pricing.
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NAKHEELBay Villas at Dubai Islands
Beach-access villas on Island B of the Dubai Islands master plan. Family product with early-cycle entry pricing on a new Nakheel district.
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What's happening in the UAE market
Latest UAE real-estate news from public sources, plus my own quarterly outlook.
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Dubai Shared Housing Law (2026 Guide): New Rules, Permits, Occupancy Limits & Fines
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Power of Attorney Attestation in Dubai (2026 Guide): Process, Requirements & Fees
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The Growing Demand for Home Offices in Dubai (2026): Trends, Property Impact & Buyer Preferences
A few years ago in Dubai, home offices were a bonus. In 2026, it's often the starting point.As hybrid work becomes the norm and long-term residency options make Dubai an even more stable base, buyers and tenants are no longer just looking f
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On the Rise: Monthly Developer Spotlight on Abdulla Al Rostamani Properties
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Eviction Notice in Dubai: Requirements, Reasons & More [2026 Guide]
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The Importance of Secondary Market Real Estate Agents
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Why Real Estate is among the Best Long Term Investments in UAE
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On the Rise: Monthly Developer Spotlight on Casagrand
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Updated: 2026-05-13
Direct developer partnership
Information about off-plan launches reaches me on the same day it reaches top-tier agencies.
A few honest answers
The most common questions — with direct answers. Full list on the FAQ page.
All questions →Can a non-resident foreigner buy property in Dubai?
Yes. In designated freehold areas (Palm Jumeirah, Bluewaters, Dubai Islands, Madinat Jumeirah Living, Downtown, Business Bay, Dubai Hills and others), citizens of any country buy in full ownership. DLD registration takes 7–14 days.
What are property taxes in Dubai?
0% income tax, 0% capital gains, 0% rental tax, 0% inheritance tax for individuals. One-off DLD fee on purchase: 4% of value. Service charges paid by the owner annually.
What is the realistic ROI in MJL / Palm / Bluewaters / Dubai Islands?
Madinat Jumeirah Living: 5–6% net, low-rise family product with steady appreciation. Palm Jumeirah: 4–6% net (main driver — capital appreciation). Bluewaters: 5–7% net. Dubai Islands: early-cycle pricing, 6–8% net on the right unit. All net, after service charges and DLD fee.
What if a property does not suit me?
That's a normal situation. I work on the principle: better to lose one deal than sell you an unsuitable unit and lose a long-term relationship. I offer a shortlist, not pressure.
Ready to talk about your case
20 minutes and we'll have a clear picture: whether Dubai fits you right now, what budget is realistic, which areas suit your goals, what risks need to be closed. No commitment.