I’ve been working as a software engineer for a fintech startup for the past few years, fully remote since 2020. Earlier this year, I finally decided to make a big change — I packed up and moved to Dubai. I wanted a place with good infrastructure, safety, and a strong expat community, and Dubai ticked all the boxes.

Finding a property was surprisingly smooth. I used https://dubai-real.estate/ to browse listings — the platform is super straightforward, with clear filters by area, budget, and property type. I ended up buying a one-bedroom apartment in Business Bay. The process was fast, and the agents were really professional, walking me through every step remotely.