OBG Connect research library

Guides Hub — investor guides, market reports and community guides

One place for OBG Connect research: investor guides for Dubai and Ras Al Khaimah, off-plan market reports and researched community guides with schools, transport and travel times.

Investor guides

How to buy, own and exit in Dubai and Ras Al Khaimah

Ownership rules, fees, payment plans, handover expectations and residency routes — written for brokers presenting to clients.

Ras Al Khaimah13 min read

Ras Al Khaimah Property Investment Guide

A data-led investor briefing on Ras Al Khaimah: the macro picture, the Wynn Al Marjan Island catalyst, 2025 market performance, community-by-community pricing, ownership rules and the Golden Visa route.

Updated 7 August 2026

Dubai5 min read

Dubai Property Investment Guide

A practical guide to buying property in Dubai as an overseas investor: freehold areas, DLD process, fees, rental market and due diligence.

Updated 7 August 2026

Dubai & Ras Al Khaimah4 min read

Dubai vs Ras Al Khaimah Investment Guide

A side-by-side comparison of Dubai and Ras Al Khaimah for property investors: regulation, pricing, liquidity, tenant profile and running costs.

Updated 7 August 2026

Market reports

Periodic off-plan market reporting

Pricing, supply and absorption reporting for the communities OBG sells, each report stating its period and sources.

The next market report is being prepared.

Community guides

Researched neighbourhood guides

Schools, healthcare, dining, beaches, transport and travel times for each community OBG sells, with the live projects inside it.