Below you'll find insider tips on getting the best from Qatar, from hints on finding a home to reviews of the hottest restaurants in town.
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Housing
Doha offers a couple of housing options: there are individual villas, compounds and apartments available to rent. The majority of properties can be rented fully furnished. Most apartment... read more
Renting in Doha
Most internationally recruited staff have their accommodation paid for by their employers. Some companies give employees an allowance to find their own house and others will have a... read more
Real Estate Agents
You can rent accommodation through any of the estate agents in Doha. Word of mouth is a good way of finding out which ones are best for helping you find what you are looking for.
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The Lease
Most lease agreements will be signed directly between the employing company and the property owner, unless you are expected to arrange for your own accommodation. The lease should be in... read more
Main Accommodation Options
The most popular form of accommodation in Doha is a villa in a compound, but many of the more established compounds are often the most popular and have long waiting lists. As a new... read more
Other Rental Costs
Most companies pay for accommodation, which means they usually pay the deposits required for various utilities. The deposit for electricity and water is QR 2,000. Security deposits for... read more
Buying Property
Buying a property in a foreign country always carries an element of risk. If you are serious about buying a property in Qatar, it is important to do your research. It is also advisable to... read more
Mortgages
When buying a house on The Pearl (currently the only project in Qatar where non-nationals may purchase property), Qatar National Bank (440 7407) and the Commercial Bank of Qatar (449... read more
Real Estate Law
Buying property for expats is a new venture for both the developer and the investor. United Development Company is planning to open a division to deal with all queries regarding legal... read more
