12/07/2026
The Truth About “Distress Deals” in Dubai Real Estate (2026 Data)
Everyone’s throwing around the term “distress deal” right now — but most of what’s being called a distress deal in Dubai real estate isn’t one. In this video, I break down what actually qualifies as a distress deal, why regional conflict alone doesn’t create market-wide distress, and what the Q1 2026 Dubai property data really shows (spoiler: prices are still up).
I’m Zoheb Hamirani, founder of Original Bull & Bear Properties. I’ve been in Dubai real estate for years, and I’m cutting through the noise so you can make decisions based on fundamentals — not fear-driven social media narratives.
In this video:
– What actually defines a distress sale (10-35% below market, seller-specific pressure)
– Dubai Q1 2026 transaction data: AED 176.7B in sales, off-plan up 5.4% in volume
– Why price per sq ft is still climbing YoY despite regional uncertainty
– The difference between “the market is distressed” and knowing where real motivated sellers are
– How to use YOUR fundamentals — not the headlines — to find the right deal as a buyer or seller
TIME STAMP:
00:00 – Everyone’s calling it a “distress deal” — but is it?
00:42 – What a distress deal ACTUALLY means
01:23 – What actually creates seller pressure
01:56 – Actual numbers about dubai
03:00 – Buyer fundamentals vs seller fundamentals
04:09 – Yes, real distress deals DO exist — here’s where
04:55 – How I can help you
If you’re looking at buying or selling in this market and want a real read on where the actual opportunities are, reach out — links below.
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