5 Dubai neighbourhoods to rent in without a car: a metro-first guide
Compare Barsha Heights, JLT, Al Rigga, Al Barsha 1 and Business Bay by metro access, current rent budgets, trade-offs and move-in costs.
How people make money from subletting in Abu Dhabi and Dubai — and why renovation can sometimes matter more than a sea view
I Wanted to Buy an Apartment in Dubai, but Chose Commercial Property Instead. Here Is What Happened to the Returns
A personal look at commercial property investment in Dubai and Ras Al Khaimah: real returns, hidden costs, promising areas and risks beyond marketing claims.
Moving to the UAE with Children: A Step-by-Step Checklist for Families from Russia and the CIS
From choosing an area and school to organising the move — a practical, no-nonsense guide for busy parents.
Creek Harbour vs Downtown: Where to Invest $500,000 in 2025–2026
A detailed comparison of two highly promising locations, covering growth potential, liquidity, and rental demand.
UAE Golden Visa: Complete 2025 Guide for Citizens of Russia and the CIS
Requirements, application costs, timelines, and real experience from dabaga.cc clients — everything to know before submitting documents.
Admission to Oxford: The Story of a Family from Kazakhstan through UAE Schools
How choosing the right school in Dubai became the starting point for admission to one of the world’s leading universities.
Ready Property vs Off-Plan: A Complete Comparison for Investors from a foreign country
Weighing the advantages and disadvantages of each strategy — liquidity, taxes, currency risks, and the payback horizon.
IB or A-Level: How to Choose a Programme for Admission to a Global Top-50 University
A detailed look at the differences between the programmes, the requirements of leading universities, and the experience of CIS families who have already followed this path.
Off-Plan Property in the UAE: How to Read Market Cycles and When to Enter
An analysis of entry strategies during construction, legal risks, and transaction-completion data.
The Best International Schools in the UAE for Children from Russia and the CIS
An overview of GEMS, Raffles, and Nord Anglia programmes: fees, teaching standards, and real admissions experiences.
Dubai District Yields: JVC, Marina, Business Bay — Q3 2025 Comparison
A comparison of actual returns across three key districts after the third quarter, taking rental rates and liquidity into account.
Dubai Property Market 2025: +18% Growth and New Entry Points for CIS Investors
We examine which districts delivered the highest returns, why experts expect stabilisation in the second half of the year, and how to select a property with a long-term ROI focus.