What are the ground rules?
Short version: we explain, you decide, and you check anything important with a professional.
Updated November 2026Are you an estate agent?
No. whyAD? doesn't list, sell or rent out property, and we don't take commission from agents or developers. We explain how buying works and answer questions. If you need a broker, use one licensed by the Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre (ADREC).
Is this advice?
No. Our guides explain how buying property in Abu Dhabi generally works. They don't take your situation into account, so they aren't financial, legal, tax or investment advice.
How accurate is it?
We link every figure to its source and date our guides, but rules, fees and prices change. Information is correct as of the date shown and may have changed since. If you spot a mistake, tell us at hello@whyad.ae and we'll fix it.
What about other websites?
We link to other sites so you can check our sources. We don't control them and aren't responsible for what they say or do.
Can you share our content?
Yes, please share links. Don't copy whole pages or present our content as your own without permission.
Who's responsible for your decisions?
You are. We're not liable for any loss from decisions made using information on this site, as far as the law allows.
Which law applies?
These terms are governed by the laws of the UAE as applied in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. We may update them, and the date above shows the latest version.