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Have property questions? Our expert is here to help
From property scams to purchasing off-plan, District Real Estate’s director of business development, Alan Kaye, answers your questions Q: We keep reading that rents are going down but every property that we view seems to still be very expensive. We …
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Looking for a nursery for your little one? Read this first
Choosing a school for your child is not an easy task. But it can be done right with proper planning and by understanding the most important things to consider based on your child and situation It’s every parent’s dream to …
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Expert advice: to buy or not to buy? That is the question
As part of our Sunday Series, every week, we bring you a new expert advice column to make the most of your life in Abu Dhabi. This week, Alan Kaye, director of business development at District Real Estate, tells us what …
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Cyclists are gearing up for a new race series
Keen road cyclists of the UAE have a shot at sporting glory as a new competitive race series is set to get the New Year off to a speedy start. Launched by the UAE Cycling Federation, the two-stage UAE Road …
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Collectors edition: How four individuals have mastered the art of collecting
Given the transitory nature of expat life, the idea of collecting objects may not sound particularly appealing, or even practical. But search hard enough and you’ll be surprised to come across individuals who pride themselves on being ardent collectors …
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Pension reforms look to retire outdated system
A new report has highlighted the urgent need for pension reforms in the UAE, following a workshop in the capital. The Pension Systems in the Arab Region: Trends challenges and options for reforms report, published by the World Bank …
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Homesick? You’ll find the perfect antidote here
As Dorothy once said, there’s no place like home. Although some of us may consider the UAE to be home, here’s where you can find a little taste of your roots Summer can be difficult if you have a lot …
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You really can fix things around the house yourself
Yes you could call. But if you want to get handy and reap the rewards, read on. DIY is doable in Abu Dhabi When it comes to acronyms, DIY is definitely not one of the most well used ones in the UAE. We …
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Feeling lonely? Learn to make lasting friendship in the city
With World Friendship Day being celebrated on 30th July, we talked to the experts about making some mates in Abu Dhabi When it comes down to it, if we’re talking about making friends, kids seem to have it easy. Without …
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This is what the future looks like for education here
With a number of national drives announced in the past year, we take a look at how they might affect education in the UAE Knowledge is power, so the adage goes – and it’s never truer than when applied to …
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