They should apply every standard of evaluating real estate in UAE; like location, price, potential return on investment and most importantly property developer track records.

It should also include a stipulation as to the upfront deposit required at assignment as well as the conditions under which that deposit may be returned.

(Once the Property Inspection Contingency is removed, whether or not buyer has satisfied him/herself regarding property inspection or received any information relating to the property inspection, Buyer's deposit may not be returned if buyer does not close this transaction).

Talk to a local commerical banker and get a co-signer with a credit score above 620 with income on their tax returns and some cash reserves.

He knows its hard for me and that Im going to have to work hard to sell to people that I will return there money with a profit and to invest in me.

Split profits or preferred rate of return?

Problem is, I don't think we can get financing and I won't have a decent down payment until we get our tax return early February.

I sent them a check for their deposit less expenses but they have not cashed it or returned any calls or email.

Many investors believe in holding property to maximize returns.

Got the complete run around without any return calls.