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Latest post on 22 December 2012 - 01:19
Any updates on where to do this or how much it costs?
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Latest post on 01 October 2012 - 18:18
I've just been told today that my landlord has sold the flat but they have not yet issued a new contract and will not say if the terms and conditions are the same. According to the law they are supposed to give 12 months notice via mumicipality documentation. I phoned Rera today who told me to go straight to Rent Comm with this case. Does anyone have any experiences to help?
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Latest post on 16 September 2012 - 18:21
Thanks for all the info.
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Latest post on 16 September 2012 - 18:20
If you look at the website (it is called Ejari) it tells you what you need. I am just about to do this too having been told by the landlord they won't do it! Rera told me it is the landlords responsibility and they will be fined if they don't so you could try telling them that first.
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Latest post on 16 September 2012 - 18:17
I loved it - fresh prawns and crab everything delicious and quite reasonable for the price. My only gripe were the tiny glasses of grape beverages!
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Latest post on 15 September 2012 - 17:50
Both British but married on an exotic island somewhere - not sure which one!
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Latest post on 14 September 2012 - 12:34
I once visited one of the dairy farms here and when you smell the feed and see the conditions it puts you off the milk produced here. Dairy farming everywhere is quite harsh but here I am sure they may use lots of hormones etc to make the cows produce calves. Having said all that someone told me they had researched the dairies and Al Ain milk has the least nasty stuff in! Having suffered terrible sinusitis I went dairy free and haven't had any health problems since. There are now options as the organic imported ones mentioned and also soy or nut milks. Also, Geant has a french elle and vire long life organic milk which is ok too.
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Latest post on 29 August 2012 - 22:10
Also the 90 days rule includes ANY change in the tenancy as in terms of payment, renewable or not and in price. Hope this is all helpful.
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Latest post on 29 August 2012 - 22:08
I spoke to RERA on that number yesterday so keep trying or go there and see someone. It is worth fighting, the landlords are greedy and what they are doing is illegal. I have just been through a lengthy battle with the landlord and management agent and they backed down when faced with the facts according to the laws governing tenancies and the knowledge I had been to both Rera and the Rent Committee. In the end they offered me the contract at the same price as last year and renewable. I have since found out that my previous contract was never registered although they didn't seem aware this mattered, just the threat of Rera was enough. Within this though i did have some harrassment of them knocking on my door late at night saying they were going to take me to court! If they want you out they have to give 12 months notice and officially (search other threads here) via forms from the municipality. These laws are to protect tenants and to stop the landlords ruthlessly rising the rents and I was told this explicitly at the Rent Committee. http://www.awf.ae/law-26-2007.html this is a link to the 2007 law there are some amendments and additions in the 2010/12 one you should find both through google. If everyone avails themselves of the knowledge and the laws then the rents won't rise so quickly - use the rent calculator as indicated in the other posts and be sure of your facts.
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Latest post on 28 August 2012 - 21:12
Has anyone tried brunch in the new H Hotel (formerly the Monarch)? It is a good price and bubbly. Looking for somewhere to celebrate my birthday with friends - under 300 dhs and SZR road area for everyone to get to easily - any other ideas?
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Latest post on 28 August 2012 - 17:34
yes it sounds like it is not renewable so the landlord can negotiate but at the same price he would with a new tenant. You should phone RERA and check with them but there was another thread on here which helped me understand this when it came to renewing my contract.
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Latest post on 28 August 2012 - 16:59
There were loads of copies of this on sale in Kinokuniya, Dubai Mall today! Quite surprised you could get it here so openly.
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Latest post on 28 August 2012 - 16:56
Dangerous Blonde, my email is [email protected]
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Latest post on 28 August 2012 - 16:51
Just to add though most of the JLT buildings I looked at did not have white goods and the AC is extra through Palm Utilities.
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Latest post on 28 August 2012 - 16:50
I live in Palladium tower cluster c and the apartments and facilities are really good. This end (nearest to Jebel Ali) is not so affected by the traffic problem on the road which comes up past the other towers. Also there is a back road flyover which by passes that or you can come to this end from the last Marina exit from SZR. I love living here - lots of cafes and shops to walk to plus the Bonnington. 2 mins to the metro and crossing the SZR takes you to the Marina and JBR in 15 mins. A friend just moved into Masheal building in tecom at 50,000 - really nice big flat there too!
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Latest post on 26 August 2012 - 17:21
Oh thank you that was quick! I can't come tonight but would be pleased to hear what you choose and join you another time?
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Latest post on 17 July 2012 - 13:08
I had my lock changed recently as a key got stuck in there. Don't think the landlord should question as long as you provide him with the relevant keys when you vacate - plenty of reasons why you might need it done it would be illegal for them to try using their key anyway.
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Latest post on 17 July 2012 - 13:05
I'm just going through something similar. They tried to increase the rent when that didn't work tried to make the contract non-renewable. Am fighting it as they didnt give me 90 days notice. However, you also have to give 90 days notice in order to change the terms / cheques unless by mutual agreement.
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Latest post on 17 July 2012 - 13:02
I was told by RERA that they have to fill in a municipality form where they also have to give the reason they want you out. They should be able to help you?
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Latest post on 17 July 2012 - 12:56
The landlord or their agent should have registered it - have you asked them? I think you can call RERA to check.042221112 I have found them helpful. Otherwise you will have to go to the land department offices in Deira.
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Latest post on 12 July 2012 - 20:01
Thanks for the helpful replies!! I have found the following laws http://thedubailaw.com/uaelaws/2010/12/dubai-law-no-26-of-2007-regulating-relationship-between-landlords-and-tenants-in-the-emirate-of-dubai/ Article (14) http://thedubailaw.com/uaelaws/2010/12/dubai-law-no-33-of-2008-amending-some-provisions-of-law-no-26-of-2007-regulating-relationship-between-landlords-tenants-in-the-emirate-of-dubai/ If either party of tenancy contract wishes to amend any of its conditions pursuant to Article (13) of this Law, then he must notify the same to the other party not less than 90 days prior to expiry date, unless both parties agreed otherwise.
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Latest post on 12 July 2012 - 13:39
Help!
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Latest post on 12 July 2012 - 13:37
Spring Cleaning came to me today for the first time and the lady did a fantastic job, much better and more thorough than my normal part time maid. I will definitely use them more regularly when I return from my holiday. 0551124624
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Latest post on 09 July 2012 - 11:29
Can you get whats app here? Ive been trying to put it on my BB and it just never works. Find the BB so hard to use it is annoying. And the internet v slow. I like the look of the I phone and love my Ipod touch and all the apps although the Samsung is a bit cheaper than apple.
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Latest post on 09 July 2012 - 10:29
The etisalat website says the following:: Plan 1 - iPhone 4S AED 99 RPer Month - AED 2449 for 16GB - AED 2849 for 32GB - AED 3249 for 64GB - National SMS 200 per Month - National Data 1000 MB per Month - 200 Local or 50 International Minutes - Contract period is 12 months
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Latest post on 09 July 2012 - 10:26
I remembered I had seen it somewhere on here! Dry WHITE rice covering the whole theing with the battery and sim out. It is working mostly but the keyboard has gone a bit mad and there is obv water still under the screen. Re: i phone - do you pay the basic rate and then extra for data? I tried to get a man in phone shop to explain it yesterday and felt really thick after.
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Latest post on 09 July 2012 - 06:25
i've never cracked my Blackberry so will have a look at the crackberry site! I have found it great for emails and everything other than looking at the net. Screen so small and very slow for this.
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Latest post on 19 June 2012 - 16:49
I spoke to them today and nothing was mentioned about them being closed until after Ramadan or tomorrow when i was planning to go there! Can anyone else help?
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Latest post on 19 June 2012 - 16:46
Thanks to all the people contributing to these posts it is really helpful to find others experiences. Can I ask if anyone out there knows: 1. When can you file a case with the Rent committee? can you do it before the end of the current tenancy agreement? 2. How do you know if your tenancy was registered with Rera? thanks
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Latest post on 18 June 2012 - 18:03
Has anyone else had experience of approaching the landlord using the Rera calculator?
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Latest post on 18 June 2012 - 17:16
I phoned RERA yesterday and was advised that my landlord cannot put the rent up due to the new guidance being the RERA rent increase calculator on their website. T he calculator has superceded the previous 5% cap and no increase after one year rule. You put it the details (todays date they advised me) plus current rent and it calculates based on REAL tenancies being registered daily rather than the aspirational prices advertised by agents or asked for initially by landlords. On the advice of RERA do nothing until you have consulted the calculator. It clearly states whether or not they are entitled to an increase. Well worth ringing them - just off to see my Landlord now!
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Latest post on 15 June 2012 - 09:24
My landlord is trying to increase my rent from 70k to 80k after the first year. from Kaveta's post below it seems the cap after one year has now changed. Kaveta did you speak to RERA on the phone or go there for this info? Anyone else got experience of this?
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Latest post on 09 June 2012 - 19:30
The previous post directions good except the restaurant is on your right and the creek on your left. There is a big hotel at the end of the road plus a big ladies spa salon place and the aquarium so if you get that far you need to go back down same road with creek on your right! If you come off the Sharjah highway and follow signs for the big wheel fun park place (Al Qasba?) when that complex is then on your right and creek on your left you can't really go wrong as follow the water along on your left. Hope I havent complicated the directions!!!
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Latest post on 09 June 2012 - 19:24
I was training with Yvonne Morgan 0555567485 she is in JLT. Really good - don't know about specialising with heavy weights but she does everything with a whole range of clients and is definitely working over the summer.
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Latest post on 09 June 2012 - 18:45
It is called Hanoi underneath Goldcrest executive cluster C. By the lake! I didnt see anything re a website but apparently they have 2 restaurants in abu dhabi and won best asian restaurant Time out award there. Probably worth a google to find more they have only been open a week or so here I think. Number is 0505703359
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Latest post on 09 June 2012 - 18:02
It is great but haven't been there for about 2 years so directions may be sketchy! Lovely fish family owned and always full.
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Latest post on 09 June 2012 - 17:54
Ok thanks!
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Latest post on 04 June 2012 - 21:31
Ok thanks, must say have seen Dr Barbara and not been at all impressed with her or anyone at Dubai London. Will pursue the ENT doc as no one has referred me to him from the clinic.
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Latest post on 04 June 2012 - 20:40
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Latest post on 03 June 2012 - 21:27
Thanks so much for that response. Really helpful as I have recently started the seawater spray and that seemed to be having a good effect but i discontinued it when feeling better. Also have had nasonex but stop after a while once things have calmed down. Will have another and more persistent go with both and continue trying to find a relevant doctor!
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Latest post on 27 May 2012 - 18:00
I am checking prices to london in July back August and they are ridiculous price on Emirates. Royal Brunei and Gulf air both coming out more reasonable fares.
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Latest post on 27 May 2012 - 05:36
I'm also not keen on Al Barsha Vets. There is a new clinic close to MOE - not sure of name and no recommendation sorry. I use Safa Vets on Al Wasl road - would recommend them.
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Latest post on 27 May 2012 - 05:34
Brave lady! Power to the women of Saudi Arabia.
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Latest post on 21 May 2012 - 05:46
It is hard keeping cats in particularly when you live in a villa. However, have a think about all the feral and bin cats out there most of which have FIV or other diseases and will fight with your cat and most likely transfer the illnesses outside. I had a lovely cat who was a roamer and he got into so many fights the vet said any more general anaesethics and ops and he would die as he had contracted FIV as well. So I kept him in (also moved to an apartment during that time which made it easier) and he lived 8 more very happy years! Sounds like cat proofing your garden is great idea if someone can help you do it?
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Latest post on 19 May 2012 - 19:42
I just made some Tur Dal using asfoetida, also called Hing. Adds a lovely flavour - not a strong smelling spice in my opinion!
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Latest post on 19 May 2012 - 16:30
Last year I looked at most of the kennels for my 2 cats. They went to Urban Tails and I cannot praise them highly enough. Also recommended by a friend whose dog was there for a month. It's run by some really lovely western ladies and the staff are all great. Well worth the money for the peace of mind. Looked at several other places which I would not touch with a barge pole.
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Latest post on 18 April 2012 - 22:10
Thanks, will have a look at both of those. Beebers are you allowed to say what you do / where you work? Your posts are always really helpful and knowledgable for those of us trying to get fit and lose weight so thank you again.
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Latest post on 18 April 2012 - 22:04
I had a personal trainer who did boxing with me and it was great! At the time I had split up with a partner and was having issues at work and it was fantastic exercise, stimulated by me imagining the faces of those who had crossed me... Really enjoyed it as a form of exercise and want to have another go....
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Latest post on 25 March 2012 - 19:16
BUMP anyone?
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Latest post on 11 February 2012 - 14:33
Yes you are right - after years of eating a very healthy veggie diet with loads of fruit and veg I realise I am still eating far too much every day. The portion sizes we actually need are so much smaller! Am really struggling with Dubai restaurants and cafes though. Lovely food is everywhere - in HUGE portions!
 
 
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