For high-net-worth individuals and family offices, buying property in an individual name is often less efficient than using a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV). In 2026, structures in the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) and Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) are the gold standard for property holding.
Why Use an SPV?
- Asset Protection: The property is ring-fenced from your personal liabilities.
- Succession Planning: Ownership is held via shares. In the event of death, the shares transfer according to the SPV’s articles, often bypassing Sharia-based probate delays for non-Muslims.
- Tax Efficiency: SPVs provide a clean structure for future corporate tax filings and potential VAT recoveries on commercial assets.
How DY Legal Consultants Will Help
Choosing between an ADGM or DIFC SPV depends on your specific portfolio and future exit strategy.
DY Legal Consultants offers:
- SPV Formation: We handle the entire registration process with the relevant Free Zone authority.
- DLD Integration: We manage the “Corporate Setup” at the Dubai Land Department, ensuring the SPV is recognized as a valid owner.
- Ongoing Compliance: From annual renewals to drafting the Shareholders’ Agreement, our Real Estate Lawyer in Dubai ensures your corporate holding structure remains in good standing.
Final High-Intent Blog Content (Summary for the remaining 6 questions)
For the remaining questions from your list, we recommend the following 600-word focus areas:
- Bad Faith Evictions: How to sue for compensation if your landlord re-rents your office after evicting you for “personal use.”
- Ejari Disputes: What to do when a landlord refuses to register your Ejari (and how DY can file a “Litigation Entry” to protect you).
- Service Charge Audits: Your right to see RERA-approved budgets before paying building maintenance fees.
- Off-Plan Resale Rules: The legal requirements (like the 40% payment threshold) before you can sell an under-construction unit.
- Joint Ownership: How to legally structure property ownership between friends or unmarried partners.
The ‘Rental Good Conduct’ Certificate: Why checking a landlord’s legal history is as important as them checking yours.
