Inside Dubai’s Property Game | EOIs, Early Access & Investor Secrets

Why do Emaar, Nakheel, and other Dubai giants sell out even before public launches? And who really gets priority - small investors, signature clients, or billion-dirham institutions?

In this special episode of The Emirates Nest, Rohit and Asha unpack the truth behind Dubai’s property launches. From Expression of Interest (EOI) strategies to the role of the Dubai Land Department in curbing speculation, discover how real estate really moves in the city.

Whether you’re a first-time buyer or managing family office investments, this no-fluff conversation reveals how to plan smarter, secure better units, and avoid common myths about queues, favoritism, and availability.

In This Episode:

Why EOIs matter & how they work

Early access for signature clients & institutions

Spillover effect - what happens when big developers sell out

The myth of favoritism & today’s transparent process

Strategies for small investors to compete smartly

If you’ve been wondering why Dubai’s property launches spark such frenzy, this episode clears the air and helps you approach your next investment with clarity.



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00:00 – Pre-Launch Access & Signature Clients
How EOIs and “signature clients” get early access to Emaar & Nakheel launches - often before brokers.

01:10 – Welcome & Why This Episode Matters
Diksha introduces Rohit & Asha, thanking viewers for the love while setting the stage for Dubai’s investor frenzy.

03:00 – Legacy Developers & Why Queues Form
Why generations of families trust Emaar & Nakheel - and why their launches are always sold out.

04:40 – From Queues to Digital EOIs
How overnight lines have given way to online systems, making the process more efficient and transparent.

05:50 – Who Are Small Investors Really Competing With?
From family offices buying clusters to Chinese investors snapping up whole towers, discover the big players.

08:30 – Institutions & Early Invitations
How sovereign funds and family offices secure buildings before public launches through pre-launch events.

10:30 – The Role of Dubai Land Department
Why speculation is tightly controlled, EOIs are genuine, and why “underwriting” practices don’t work in Dubai.

12:00 – Expression of Interest (EOI) Demystified
Why EOIs matter, how refundable deposits work, and how they filter out unserious buyers.

15:20 – The Spillover Effect & Tier 2 Developers
When top launches sell out, smaller developers benefit - with red carpets, incentives, and flexible payment plans.

17:00 – Do Big Developers Favor Only Big Investors?
How transparency reforms and first-come-first-serve processes now give fair access to new investors.

19:00 – Go-To Market Strategy for Small Investors
Rohit and Asha’s advice: stick with trusted names, plan early, and match your budget to developer tiers.

21:00 – Rising Tier 2 Developers & Quality Competition
From Imtiaz to Peace, how emerging players are matching - and sometimes beating - big developers in design and finish.

21:50 – Rapid Fire: EOIs, Myths & Timing
Quick takes on the value of EOIs, ideal time to invest, and whether top units ever stay available.

23:40 – Final Thoughts
Why waiting is riskier than acting now and how to connect with Rohit & Asha for your next property move.
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