real estate investment advisor

property investment, done right.

expert guidance for those who want to invest in property with clarity, confidence, and someone genuinely in their corner.

andrew johnston — real estate investment advisor, dubai
andrew johnston real estate investment advisor · dubai
AED 2B+ in property sold
11 years in the dubai market

your investment.
my expertise.

i help clients invest in dubai property with clarity and confidence — from identifying the right opportunities to building a portfolio that performs.

whether you're making your first move or scaling what you have, i'll make sure every decision is the right one for you.

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the numbers

why dubai?

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price per sq ft (usd)
hong kong $2,191
paris $960
london $939
new york $507
tokyo $468
dubai ↓ lowest $438
gross rental yield (annual)
hong kong 2.3%
paris 2.8%
london 3.2%
new york 3.9%
tokyo 4.1%
dubai ↑ highest 7–9%
what $500k buys (sq ft)
hong kong 228 sq ft
paris 520 sq ft
london 532 sq ft
new york 986 sq ft
tokyo 1,068 sq ft
dubai ↑ most space 1,141 sq ft
free tool

mortgage calculator

estimate your monthly repayments on a dubai property purchase in seconds.

AED
20% AED 400,000
15% (min expats) 80%
% per year
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estimated monthly payment
AED 11,092
per month
property price AED 2,000,000
down payment AED 400,000 (20%)
loan amount AED 1,600,000
interest rate 4.5% p.a.
loan term 25 years
total interest paid AED 1,727,600
total amount paid AED 3,327,600

this calculator provides an estimate only. actual rates and repayments will vary based on your lender, profile, and market conditions. speak to a qualified mortgage advisor for personalised advice.

how i can help

what i do

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investment strategy

find the right opportunity

aligned to your goals, your timeline, and your budget — not just what's available.

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market insights

know what's moving

stay ahead with honest, informed views on what's happening and where the value lies.

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portfolio growth

build something that lasts

long-term thinking, smart decisions, and ongoing guidance to help your portfolio grow.

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the data tells you why dubai. after 11 years in this market and aed 2 billion in property sold, i'll tell you where, when, and how — so every decision you make is the right one for you.
11
years in the dubai market
AED 2B+
in property sold
free tool

what would your monthly payment look like?

price, down payment, rate, term — get an instant estimate on any dubai property.

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latest thinking

market insights

all insights →
data & analysis

dubai vs the world: price per sq ft, yield, and buying power compared

june 2026 investment guide

what to look for in a rental yield investment

may 2026 strategy

off-plan vs ready: which is right for you?

april 2026
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ready to invest
with confidence?

let's find the right move for you.