Barnaby Crompton - Estate Agent

Barnaby Crompton - Estate Agent Trusted Real Estate agent with more than 25 years experience. Based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

16/04/2026

New episode of Two Fat Brokers is out now.

This week, myself and Ben get into a big one… has the UAE lost its “safe haven” status or is the narrative just shifting?

With everything happening globally, we break down what we’re actually seeing on the ground, how investors are reacting, and what it really means for the market here.

Watch now and let us know your thoughts.

04/04/2026

Everyone talks about marketing.

And yes if you’re new, or sitting within a big company with budget behind you, it helps. It gets you in the room.

But it’s not what builds a real business.

The agents doing consistent deals aren’t relying on posts, they’re relying on people.
Clients they’ve looked after properly.
Referrals that keep coming back.

That’s what actually scales over time.

Marketing might get you your first deal.
Relationships are what give you the next ten.

Curious to know, what’s worked better for you?

31/03/2026

This week on Two Fat Brokers, Ben and I sat down to talk about the question everyone’s asking right now…

What actually happens to off-plan when things get uncertain?

We break down what we’re seeing on the ground, how investor behaviour is shifting, and what it means if you’re looking to buy in this market.

Episode is out now!

28/03/2026

$20M in Dubai vs $20M in the US…

In Dubai, you’re not buying a concept.
You’re buying something real.

More space. Better price per sq ft. No tax on top.

And right now… that matters more than ever.

Because when the market feels uncertain, serious buyers don’t want promises, they want product.

Homes they can walk through.
Feel. Understand. Move on immediately.

That’s why the secondary market starts to win.

Curious to hear your thoughts, are you waiting, or are you still buying?

21/03/2026

Everyone’s chasing the next island.

Palm Jebel Ali. Dubai Islands. Whatever’s launching next.

But there’s only one Palm Jumeirah.

It’s not a concept. It’s not a promise.
It’s proven, established, and globally recognised.

And in ultra-prime… that’s what people buy.

Not what’s new. What’s iconic.

Curious to know your thoughts… does anything actually compete with the Palm?

16/03/2026

The ultra-wealthy buy very differently.

For most buyers, off plan makes sense. Payment plans, new launches, the promise of what’s coming. But when you’re dealing with ultra-high-net-worth clients, the mindset changes completely.

They don’t want promises of the future. They want something tangible.

They want to walk through the front door, feel the space, see the views, understand the quality of the finishes. They want certainty. No construction risk, no waiting years, no wondering what the final product will actually look like.

In my experience, 9 out of 10 times you’re not selling them a concept… you’re selling them a home that already exists.

For this level of buyer, it’s about security, immediacy and knowing exactly what they’re getting.

And that’s why secondary properties will always have a very powerful place in the luxury market.

12/03/2026

On the BBC this week discussing the Iran war and the question everyone is asking…

Will Dubai’s property market take a hit?

Whenever there’s global uncertainty, people start predicting the end of the market. We’ve seen it many times before.

Dubai has proven time and time again that it’s one of the most resilient markets in the world.

Interesting conversation and an important one for investors.

08/03/2026

Most agents in Dubai and Abu Dhabi won’t be here in three years.

That’s not a dig. It’s just the nature of this market.

In this episode of Two Fat Brokers, Ben and I speak candidly about the reality of brokerage in the UAE the turnover, the illusion of quick success, and why longevity here is earned, not given.

This industry rewards those who treat it like a business, not a phase.
Structure. Reputation. Relationships. Staying power.

If you’re an agent building for the long term or considering stepping into the market this is a conversation worth your time.

Episode out now.

25/02/2026

The next episode of Two Fat Brokers is out now and this one’s a big one.

Abu Dhabi… are we about to see a serious boom in property prices?

Ben and I sit down and break it down properly. What’s actually happening on the ground, what the data is showing, where the smart money is looking and whether this is early signs of something much bigger.

If you’re in the property market (or thinking about entering it), this is definitely one to watch.

No hype. Just honest perspective on where we think Abu Dhabi could be heading next.

Go and have a look, curious to know if you agree.

09/02/2026

The next Two Fat Brokers episode is out now 🎙️

This time, Ben and I are getting into a big one:
Is the Dubai market cooling off… and is Abu Dhabi quietly booming?

We break down what we’re actually seeing on the ground, what’s noise vs reality, and where we think the smart money is moving next.

Curious to hear your take 👀
Do you think Dubai has peaked, or is Abu Dhabi just getting started?

22/01/2026

The latest Two Fat Brokers podcast trailer is out now.

Ben and I dive into what it really takes to build a real estate company that people genuinely want to work for, culture, leadership, standards, and long-term vision.

We’re joined by two very exciting guests: Gary Allen from Strada, and Mark Richards from The Network.

If you’re building a team, running a brokerage, or thinking long-term about where this industry is heading, this one’s worth your time.

Episode out now.

12/01/2026

Two cities. Two markets. Two very different trajectories.

In this episode, we break down Abu Dhabi vs Dubai, how each market is evolving, where capital is moving, and what the next phase looks like for buyers, investors, and developers.

From demand drivers and pricing to long-term strategy, this isn’t surface-level commentary. It’s real insight into where the UAE property market is heading and why the differences matter more than ever.

🎙️ New episode of Two Fat Brokers is out now

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