Taking Care of Business

On this week's episode of Taking Care of Business, join our Chairman; Lewis Allsopp alongside the CEO of Virtuzone, Neil Petch talked about all-things business set ups in Dubai, how the UAE is building a global stage for success and find out how new businesses are fueling the rising demand in the property market?00:00 Introduction to Neil Petsch and Virtuzone00:45 The Dubai Business Environment02:56 Impact of COVID-19 on Dubai's Growth05:10 Safety and Lifestyle in Dubai vs. UK06:29 Economic Policies and Business Opportunities in UAE07:57 Taxation and Corporate Benefits in UAE12:01 Comparing UK and UAE Governance15:56 Attracting Global Talent to Dubai17:58 Learning from Everyone18:32 Embracing Diversity in the UAE18:40 Entrepreneurial Mindset19:06 Importance of Practical Learning19:29 Building a Diverse Team21:10 Access to Cash and Tokenization22:29 Real World Business Strategies26:17 Political Views and Immigration30:43 Future of Business in Dubai34:46 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

On this week’s episode of Taking Care of Business, the brothers are back! Join Lewis and Carl as they dive deep into all the big headlines over the summer and how they will impact Dubai’s real estate sector, why the next federal rate review will give the market an extra boost, and what to expect from the property market for the rest of H2.00:00 Summer Recap into Dubai's Property Market00:07 Dubai's Economic Updates00:38 Impact of Federal Rate Review on Mortgages02:31 Dubai's Real Estate Market Dynamics03:56 Tourism and Population Insights in Dubai04:49 Dubai's GDP and Economic Growth05:49 Global Perceptions and Elections08:34 Dubai's Governance and Safety12:23 Anti-Money Laundering Measures14:21 Dubai Land Department's New Video Service15:45 RTA's Metro Expansion17:34 Real Estate Market Forecast21:32 Future Predictions (edited) 

On this week’s episode of Taking Care of Business, join Operations Director; Paul Kelly alongside our Senior Recruitment Consultant; Jordan Wilks to dive into the world of recruitment, real estate and what exactly it takes to become a millionaire in the Dubai real estate market!Jordan Wilks is an award- winning real estate recruiter, who comes with 5+ years of experience in recruitment. He has signed over 200+ contracts, placing multiple successful individuals in the right jobs!00:00 Introduction and Recruitment Event Teaser04:48 Discussing Dubai's Lifestyle and Attractions10:04 Real Estate Opportunities in Dubai10:54 Success Stories and Training at Allsopp & Allsopp19:26 Common Objections and Overcoming Challenges22:16 Challenges and Realities of Moving to Dubai22:50 Evaluating Your Future: Is It Worth the Move?24:08 Why Choose Allsopp & Allsopp?27:53 The Recruitment Event: What to Expect32:06 Making a Good Impression: Tips for Success36:15 Success Stories: Top Hires and Their Journeys44:55 Event Details

Tune in to this week’s episode of Taking Care of Business with CEO, Carl Allsopp, and Operations Director, Paul Kelly, as they uncover Dubai’s record-breaking July property market!From all-time highs in price per square foot to phenomenal sales volumes and surges in the rental market. They answer big questions like: Why is everyone investing in Dubai? Does Dubai’s market offer better value than other global hotspots? And, is an oversupply on the horizon?00:00 Introduction and Overview00:16 Dubai Property Market Highlights00:51 Comparing Dubai to Other Markets01:37 Factors Driving Dubai's Market02:29 Sales and Transaction Trends03:04 Off-Plan and Handover Insights06:20 Future Market Predictions13:36 Dubai's Green Initiatives17:46 Company Performance and Mortgage Activity21:02 Rental Market Analysis26:50 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

How can you speed up your property deal? And how long should a transaction really take?This week, Paul Kelly, our Operations Director, sits down with Jess Stephenson, our Head of Sales Progression, to uncover the secrets to a smoother transaction. Learn about common mistakes to avoid, expert tips, and how our team pulled off a last-minute deal at a private jet terminal!0:04 Meet Jess Stephenson0:45 What is Sales Progression?1:40 Agents vs. Sales Progression: Who Does What?2:49 Misconceptions about Sales Progression4:06 Bank delays with the increase in deals7:09 How long does a transaction really take?11:37 Dubai is the new hotspot for younger people13:58 Essential Tips for Buyers and Sellers20:17 The craziest thing we've done to close a deal

On this week’s episode, join our Recruitment Director; Kameron Hutchinson alongside our Head of Commercial; Jade Simpson to chat about all-things commercial real estate, the future commercial hubs and areas, and how Dubai’s commercial market continues booming amidst the global slowdown.00:00 Welcome back, Jade Simpson!01:03 Looking into - Jade's career trajectory03:36 Dubai's Commercial Real Estate Market Overview06:09 Office Space Demand and Supply in Dubai08:43 Future of Commercial Real Estate in Dubai13:42 Fitting Out Office Spaces19:59 Joining the Commercial Real Estate Team26:41 The Future of Dubai's Commercial Real Estate Market

On this week’s episode of Taking Care of Business, join Kameron Hutchinson, our Director of Recruitment, as he speaks to positive workplace psychologist, Dr Louise Lambert, about workplace wellbeing in Dubai.Tune in to find out the biggest mindset shifts to be a top performer, the reality of how to succeed in Dubai’s workplace, the main killer or careers and much more!00:57 What is Workplace Wellness02:53 The Disconnect Between Employee and Employer Expectations05:03 All About Toxic Work Environments07:44 Adjusting to Life in Dubai13:35 The Importance of Having a Plan22:48 Self-Employment and Mindset24:32 The Challenges of Moving Abroad25:36 Embracing a Growth Mindset28:09 The Importance of a Support Network29:40 Learning from Failures33:48 Dealing with Negativity and Failure41:46 Imposter Syndrome and Confidence44:53 Final Advice for Moving to Dubai

On this week’s episode of Taking Care of Business, join Operations Director; Paul Kelly alongside our Managing Director; Marc Walters to chat all-things H1 2024, uncover how many new units are set to be handed over this year, and tune in to find out what is driving rental demand in the property market?00:12 Diving into - Dubai's property market H1 202400:32 Dubai Land Department's data insights01:54 Looking into market trends and buyer behavior02:02 Are first-time buyers reshaping the market?03:17 Dubai's future growth and development03:33 Is sustainability and wellness initiatives driving property demand?09:36 A look into Dubai's luxury market and the Private Office11:31 Lettings market update13:34 Off-plan launches coming up17:36 Future market predictions23:14 Mortgage market trends25:42 Summer market dynamics