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SPV (Special Purpose Vehicle) — separate legal entity for project or asset
DMA (Development Management Agreement) — contract between landowner and development manager
Title Deed — confirms legal ownership of real estate
Oqood — DLD system for registering off-plan deals
Freehold / Leasehold — full or long-term ownership rights

Legal & Financial Structures

Investor Risk and Protection

Investment Instruments

JV (Joint Venture) – a partnership to implement a project
Yield – ongoing income from an asset (e.g., rental), % of value
IRR (Internal Rate of Return) – return on investment over the project lifecycle
Off-Plan Property – property purchased during construction
Top-up Deal – direct developer payment model, bypassing escrow

Development Terms

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Land Plot — a registered piece of land with designated use (residential, commercial, etc.)
Affection Plan — official cadastral plan issued by Dubai Land Department
GFA (Gross Floor Area) — total floor area across all levels
BUA (Built-Up Area) — permitted construction area including balconies and auxiliary spaces
NOC (No Objection Certificate) — official approval from government bodies
Completion Certificate — confirms construction delivery
Escrow Account — a secure bank account holding buyer funds until handover

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