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Dubai View Podcast

Dubai View Podcast

Written by: Mario Costa
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Welcome to the DubaiView Real Estate Podcast, your source for clear, straightforward insights into Dubai’s property market. Whether you're an experienced investor or just exploring, we provide expert advice from industry professionals on market trends and smart investment strategies. Tune in for practical guidance to help you navigate Dubai’s ever-changing real estate landscape.

Mario Costa
Economics Personal Finance
Episodes
  • Is Dubai's Property Market Heading Towards a Crash? | Kamil Magomedov
    Jul 21 2025
    Book in a free 30-minute strategy call to discuss your investments: https://dubaiviewrealestate.com/consultations/

    Kamil Magomedov is an investment advisor at Provident Real Estate, specialising in Dubai property investments for international clients. With 16 years of investment experience, including roles as Minister for Investment and CEO advisor at Forbes, Kamil brings a unique analytical approach to Dubai's real estate market.

    Known for his data-driven investment strategies and focus on maximising ROI, Kamil gained attention after facilitating the sale of three buildings in seven hours. His YouTube channel offers transparent, data-driven analysis for serious property investors considering Dubai opportunities.

    Timestamps:
    0:00 Introduction
    01:00 Kamil’s journey from Russian government roles to Dubai real estate
    04:22 How unfair advantage shapes long-term success in the market
    08:51 Why experience didn’t guarantee early traction in Dubai
    10:42 Understanding investment risk and reward in different emirates
    14:48 Creek Harbour, inflated prices, and misleading market indicators
    17:08 Choosing Provident and why brokerage branding matters
    19:12 Common investor fears and using YouTube to build trust
    22:46 Social media vs traditional leads and building inbound demand
    25:38 Specialising in high-yield investments and branded residences
    29:48 Evaluating branded real estate: what adds value
    34:24 Analysing standout projects like Armani and Akara Residences
    43:09 Bubble fears, nuclear anxiety, and long-term thinking in Dubai investment

    Download your complete guide to investing in Dubai (for FREE): https://dubaiviewrealestate.com/

    → Follow Kamil
    YouTube: @KamilMagRealEstate
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kamilmagrealestate/?hl=en

    Connect with us ↓
    WhatsApp Group: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vb3HEa1C6ZvjM39O4z0G
    Website: https://dubaiview.com/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dubaiview_com
    Phone: +971 56 569 6333

    Connect with Mario Costa for Serious Dubai Real Estate Inquiries
    WhatsApp: +971 56 569 6333
    Email: Mario.costa@dubaiview.com
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mario-costa-2b0b95257/

    🌐 Like, Share, and Subscribe to never miss an episode!

    #Dubai #Dubairealestate #Dubaibusiness #dubaiview

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    About DubaiView:
    At DubaiView, our experienced team of real estate agents, tax and business consultants, IT specialists, and marketing experts helps simplify the Dubai real estate market. We provide international investors with transparent, tailored advice to make informed and safe investment decisions.
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    53 mins
  • Stop Making These Dubai Investment Mistakes Costing You Millions | James Sahota
    Jul 7 2025
    → Book in a free 30-minute strategy call to discuss your investments: https://dubaiviewrealestate.com/consultations/

    James Sahota is one of Dubai’s best known real estate investors and host of the J2 Hub podcast, known for his straight-talking style and deep experience across both the UK and UAE property markets. In this episode, he shares the full story of how he built a multimillion-pound printing business from scratch, lost it all, and rebuilt his life through real estate.

    We explore the turning points that defined his journey: the one property that saved him from bankruptcy, the mindset shift that came with starting over, and how he’s now building a boutique agency in Dubai with a focus on quality over scale. James also gets brutally honest about what most agents get wrong, the weight of providing for a family while running a business, and why this industry is about trust, not tactics.

    Timestamps:
    01:00 Introduction
    02:00 Falling in love with real estate over stocks and crypto
    03:10 First property at 23 and early money lessons
    05:06 From eBay side hustle to multimillion-pound print business
    07:35 Losing the business, bankruptcy, and the thing that saved him
    10:59 First development project; setbacks, depression, and breakthrough
    14:45 Entrepreneur pressure and the weight of providing for family
    18:21 Leaving the UK for Dubai and starting over at 40
    21:35 Learning the Dubai real estate game by starting from zero
    24:45 Why they’ll never scale beyond a small elite team
    28:44 Podcasting as brand credibility and lead generation
    34:50 Breaking down British buyer mindsets and misconceptions
    43:08 Cutting off unserious clients and why he charges fees now
    48:13 Advice for investors and unqualified brokers in Dubai

    → Download your complete guide to investing in Dubai (for FREE): https://dubaiviewrealestate.com/

    Follow James
    YouTube: @jamessahota
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jameshsahota/?hl=en

    Connect with us ↓
    Exclusive WhatsApp Group: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vb3HEa1C6ZvjM39O4z0G
    Website: https://dubaiview.com/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dubaiview_com
    Phone: +971 56 569 6333

    Connect with Mario Costa for Serious Dubai Real Estate Inquiries
    WhatsApp: +971 56 569 6333
    Email: Mario.costa@dubaiview.com
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mario-costa-2b0b95257/

    🌐 Like, Share, and Subscribe to never miss an episode!

    #Dubai #Dubairealestate #Dubaibusiness #dubaiview

    ======================
    About DubaiView:
    At DubaiView, our experienced team of real estate agents, tax and business consultants, IT specialists, and marketing experts helps simplify the Dubai real estate market. We provide international investors with transparent, tailored advice to make informed and safe investment decisions.
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    52 mins
  • Dubai Golden Visa Guide 2025: New Benefits & Hidden Rules
    Jun 24 2025
    → Book in a free 30-minute strategy call to discuss your investments: https://dubaiviewrealestate.com/consultations/

    Navigating the UAE’s business and residency landscape can be complex, especially when it comes to Golden Visas, company structuring, and banking.

    Joining us today is Zeba Majithia, a seasoned banking professional with over a decade of experience at two of the region’s most prestigious financial institutions – HSBC and Emirates NBD.

    Zeba has since evolved into what she calls a ‘financial concierge,’ offering tailored support to clients navigating everything from business setup and cross-border banking to securing residency and ensuring regulatory compliance.

    Zeba breaks down the practical realities behind obtaining a Golden Visa beyond property investment. She also outlines key differences between Free Zone, Mainland, and Offshore setups and explains the challenges of opening UAE bank accounts in today’s regulatory environment.

    Whether you’re expanding internationally or simply seeking smarter ways to manage your financial footprint, Zeba is the go-to expert for making it all seamless.

    00:00 Intro
    01:00 Zeba on leaving corporate banking to launch her own consultancy
    04:01 Why banks resist new accounts for golden visa holders
    07:27 Lesser-known golden visa options beyond real estate
    09:39 Key benefits and freedoms of the golden visa structure
    13:26 Golden visa renewals, costs and co-ownership rules
    13:53 Mainland vs Freezone vs Offshore companies explained
    16:35 How offshore firms help hold global property from UAE
    17:29 Tax benefits for EU investors moving assets to Dubai
    19:48 Holding structures and residency for tax optimisation
    20:39 End-to-end services including accounting, compliance and tax
    21:29 Can you deduct business expenses under new UAE tax
    22:34 Retirement visa options for expats over 55 in UAE

    → Download your complete guide to investing in Dubai (for FREE): https://dubaiviewrealestate.com/

    → Follow Zeba
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zebamajithia/?hl=en
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zeba-majithia-9a0a5085/

    Connect with us ↓
    Exclusive WhatsApp Group: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vb3HEa1C6ZvjM39O4z0G
    Website: https://dubaiview.com/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dubaiview_com
    Phone: +971 56 569 6333

    Connect with Mario Costa for Serious Dubai Real Estate Inquiries
    Whatsapp: +971 56 569 6333
    Email: Mario.costa@dubaiview.com
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mario-costa-2b0b95257/

    🌐 Like, Share, and Subscribe to never miss an episode!

    #Dubai #Dubairealestate #Dubaibusiness #dubaiview


    About DubaiView:
    At DubaiView, our experienced team of real estate agents, tax and business consultants, IT specialists, and marketing experts helps simplify the Dubai real estate market. We provide international investors with transparent, tailored advice to make informed and safe investment decisions.
    Show More Show Less
    23 mins
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