Taking Care of Business

Join Dan Moloney, Revenue and Performance Director, and Charlie Jasper, Senior Sales Consultant, as they dive into Dubai’s hottest property trend: renovations.

In this episode, they explore the increasing popularity of renovating older Dubai properties, the types of renovations underway, and what distinguishes a good renovation from an exceptional one.

Listen in for an in-depth look at the renovation process, including budgeting tips...

in this week’s episode of Keys to the City, Recruitment Director Kameron Hutchinson is joined by Senior Sales Consultant Ben Streeton.

Join us as we explore Ben’s incredible journey from a holiday in Dubai to becoming an ultra-successful real estate agent in just one year!

Kam and Ben share the story of his unconventional career start, including interviewing in beachwear, his shift from lettings to sales, the challenges he f...

Is the Dubai property market really still that strong?

Join Managing Director Marc Walters and Revenue and Performance Director Dan Moloney on this week’s episode as they take a deep dive into the performance of Dubai’s real estate market in the first half of 2025.

They unpack the new DLD home buying programme for first-time buyers, explore how more home-owners are reinvesting property equity back into the market, and the lat...

Join Carl as he dives into the fascinating story of Senior Developer Sales Consultant Victor Lupson, a former oil trader who transitioned into the Dubai off-plan real estate market with Allsopp & Allsopp.

In this week's episode, Victor shares his journey, the challenges he faced, and what it was like stepping into the overwhelming world of real estate for the first time. He and Carl explore his shift from finance to property...

Ever wondered what it’s like inside one of the most sought after villas in Jumeirah Golf Estates? This week on Taking Care of Business, Marc Walters, Managing Director, and Darren Murphy, Partner and JGE specialist, take you inside a stunning golf course view villa right in the heart of the community.

They dive into why Jumeirah Golf Estates remains one of Dubai’s most in demand communities, the growing trend of investors seeki...

This week, Carl sits down with James Fahey, Head of Commercial, to explore the commercial real estate market in Dubai. From investment opportunities to prime business locations, James and Carl uncover one of Dubai’s best-kept investment secrets.

00:00 Introduction and Greetings

00:19 Understanding Commercial Real Estate

01:48 Current Trends in Dubai's Commercial Market

02:46 Client Experiences and Unique Cases

04:33 Factors Influenc...

June marks Men’s Mental Health Month, an important time dedicated to raising awareness about the mental health challenges that men face every day. Daniel, Richard, Matthew, and Kieran from the Allsopp & Allsopp team sit down on this week’s episode and open up about the challenges and stigmas surrounding men's mental health.

They share personal experiences, reflect on the pressures and societal expectations placed on men, and...

In this episode, Carl sits down with Mark Gaskin, COO of LEOS Development, to explore the new standard of development entering Dubai’s real estate market.

Mark shares what sets LEOS apart with their UK-led approach to quality and designs and why Dubai was the natural next step for them. From strategic locations to climate-adaptive communities and standout amenities, we dive into their current projects and what’s next for LEOS i...

This week on Taking Care of Business, Chairman Lewis Allsopp is joined by Private Office Advisor Charlie King inside one of his exclusive listings in Al Barari.

Together, they dive into the evolving luxury property market, how developers are raising the bar to meet the demands of high-net-worth individuals, why reports of a 15% market drop are misleading, and why they believe prices in Dubai’s luxury real estate sector are set t...

Join Daniel, Head of Revenue and Performance, and Stephen Catharell, Sales Director, for a fresh round of market insights, a look ahead at the Dubai real estate market and most importantly some banter!

In this episode, they discuss why older properties are suddenly back in fashion, why DIFC needs more residential supply, and whether we might finally see rental prices come down.

If you are new to the Dubai real estate market...

This week's episode dives into the complexities and dynamics of sales progression within the Dubai real estate market. Managing Director Marc Walters sits down with Head of Sales Progression, Jess Stephenson, to unpack how your Dubai property really gets sold.

They explore why the process remains surprisingly archaic, and the urgent need for technological innovation to streamline transactions. Packed with expert advice and behin...

On this week’s episode of Taking Care of Business, Recruitment Director Kameron Hutchinson is joined by Cecilia Reinaldo, Chief Commercial Officer at Aldar Developments. Together, they dive into the power of personal branding in real estate, how agents are falling short when it comes to delivering a standout customer experience, and why accountability is a non-negotiable for long-term success.

Whether you're a new agent breaking int...

Join Marc Walters as he sits down with Allsopp & Allsopp Partner and Branch Manager Robert Kempton. With over a decade at Allsopp & Allsopp, Rob has become a leading figure in Dubai's real estate scene, now heading his own team in Arabian Ranches. In this episode, they delve into Rob's unexpected journey into real estate following a night out, explore his non-negotiables, and discuss his unwavering drive to be number one. W...

On this week’s episode of Taking Care of Business, Lewis Allsopp is joined by Allsopp & Allsopp Head of Mortgage, Michael Melim. Michael breaks down the mortgage process in the UAE, the advantages of using a mortgage broker, and also shares his perspective on the current state of UAE banks and their capacity to handle the increasing demand. They also discuss how political developments in the US, particularly involving Trump, ar...

On this week's podcast, Carl and Lewis take a trip down memory lane as they’re joined by their first-ever boss in real estate, Sean Newman. Sean, founder and CEO of The Property Experts in the UK, shares his insights into the UK real estate industry and why he believes it’s time for the sector to move towards a commission-only model for agents. He also opens up about his remarkable recovery from a near-death accident through the po...

This week, Carl is joined by Daniel Richards, Senior Economist at Emirates NBD, for an in-depth look at Dubai’s economy and what lies ahead in 2025 and beyond. Together, they unpack whether the city’s extraordinary growth can realistically continue, how global politics, including the Trump effect, is influencing the cost of living, and what investors need to know about the current real estate landscape. Thinking about investing in ...

What happens when two scousers get together? Honesty, banter and the need for some subtitles! Join Marc Walters, Managing Director and Ryan Hudson, Private Office Advisor as they discuss the relentless rise of Ryan in his real estate career. Ryan discusses why dedicating his life to the role for a year was necessary, why feeling sorry for himself is not an option and why leaving Allsopp & Allsopp was the best decision.

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This week, Lewis sits down with Erika Doyle, Founder of Drink Dry, a leading non-alcoholic e-commerce business. Back in 2019, she was told she had two of the worst ideas—e-commerce and non-alcoholic drinks. Fast forward to today, and she’s one of the UAE’s most successful distributors in the industry. Tune in to hear how Erika went from not knowing what a profit margin was to securing partnerships with global brands and collaborati...