Dubai has launched Flexi Rent, a scheme that lets tenants pay their annual rent in instalments rather than in one or two large cheques.
How it works
The total rent stays the same whether a tenant pays monthly, in two cheques or upfront. Landlords taking part can split the payment plan, offer grace periods and redesign schedules. Bounced cheque fees are waived, and card payments are accepted.
Who is taking part
The scheme covers new and renewed contracts with 12 participating real estate companies, including Deyaar and Wasl.
Why now
Rents rose 4.1% year on year in the first quarter of 2026, putting pressure on tenants who have to find a year's rent upfront.
Source: The National, 23 June 2026. Read the full story: Original source