Riccardo Lucietti
Boutique real estate advisory in Dubai
Real estate advisory for international investors and professionals looking to buy, invest or relocate to Dubai. Verified shortlists, real scenarios, zero pressure. I don't sell everything to everyone: I select.
Lucietti Real Estate is a boutique real estate advisory founded by Riccardo Lucietti, an Italian entrepreneur based in Dubai since 2023, direct investor since 2022 and RERA Certified Broker. I don't operate as a traditional agency: I select a limited number of properties using a 5-criteria method (the Liquidity & Yield Filter) and follow each client personally from initial strategy to closing.
My background isn't in real estate agencies. I come from 15 years of entrepreneurship (5 companies, 50+ team members at Ideandum, Forbes 2024 recognition). I bring the same analytical approach and transparency to real estate. Strategy. Not a catalog.
I don't work alone. I've built a network of vetted partners covering every aspect of the Dubai experience: international tax advisors, UAE real estate lawyers, property management companies, mortgage brokers, Golden Visa and relocation consultants.
Each partner is selected with the same criteria I apply to properties: verifiable track record, fee transparency and no conflicts of interest. I connect you with whoever you need, when you need them, with no hidden intermediation.
I don't publish online catalogs. Every selection is customized based on your goal, budget and time horizon. I work with villas, townhouses and apartments in the areas with the highest demand and liquidity in Dubai, verifying every property with the Liquidity & Yield Filter before presenting it.
The result is a shortlist of maximum 3 options with a comparative scorecard, not an endless list that leaves you more confused than before.
Buying in Dubai is simpler than you might think, but it requires method. I manage the entire process: from strategy definition to negotiation, from document due diligence to the transfer at the Dubai Land Department. Ready or off-plan, every step is structured and tracked.
For ready properties I verify condition, title and transaction history. For off-plan I check developer, escrow account and track record. If something doesn't pass the checks, it doesn't make the shortlist.
Online prices are often inflated. I work with DLD (Dubai Land Department) data to give you realistic ranges by area, type and property condition. Every scenario includes extra costs (DLD fee 4%, service charge, admin fees) for an all-in budget with no surprises.
Whether your budget is AED 700K or AED 5M, I show you what you can actually get and what trade-offs each price range involves.
Dubai real estate can deliver attractive net yields (base scenario 5-8% net annual on the right area and type), but it's not risk-free. My job is to help you select assets with the best return/risk ratio using the Liquidity & Yield Filter: 5 objective criteria (developer, location, rental demand, service charge, resale liquidity).
I don't sell you "the deal of the moment". I present base and conservative scenarios with explicit assumptions, so you can decide with the numbers in front of you.
If you buy for investment, generating rental income is an integral part of the strategy. I help you define the target rental price based on real comparables, choose between annual rent (more stable) and short-term (potentially higher yield), and select a reliable property manager if you live abroad.
Post-purchase support has no expiry date. I accompany you through management and yield monitoring over time.
If you're considering relocating, the property choice is only part of the decision. I help you understand which Dubai area fits your lifestyle: proximity to schools, distance from work, services within 10 minutes, community and infrastructure.
I also work with people who aren't sure Dubai is right for them: the initial call serves this purpose too. If the numbers or lifestyle don't work, I'll tell you.
The UAE Golden Visa (10-year residency) is accessible with a property investment starting from AED 2M. For those already considering a purchase in that range, the Golden Visa can be an additional benefit, not the reason for the purchase.
I explain the real requirements, the procedure and how it connects to your property strategy. If your budget is below the threshold, I'll tell you that too.
Dubai is not cheap, but it's not "as expensive as everyone thinks" either. The cost of living depends on choices: area, housing type, schools, lifestyle. I present concrete scenarios with the main expense items: rent, utilities, transport, schools, food, healthcare.
The goal is to give you a realistic monthly cash figure, not a promise of "dream lifestyle at zero cost".
I explain my approach, listen to your goal and tell you if it makes sense to work together. If it doesn't, I'll tell you that too.