Question 1

What is BridgeYields?

Accepted Answer

An independent advisory firm for real estate investment in the Emirates. We help European investors buy property directly in Dubai, from needs analysis to post-purchase. For those who refer clients, we offer a partner program.

Question 2

How are you different from a real estate agency?

Accepted Answer

Independence (for direct purchase we are paid only by the client — 1%, never by the seller), access to the entire market (not a catalog built on our own deals) and method (data-driven selection).

Question 3

How are you paid?

Accepted Answer

For direct purchase and the Club Deal: only by the client, 1% of the deal value, nothing from developers. For the partner channel: from the sales commission paid by the developer and shared with the partner.

Question 4

Do you sell your own projects or developers' projects you have deals with?

Accepted Answer

No. In direct purchase we have no properties to place: we start from your parameters and search the entire market.

Question 5

Where are you based and under what authorizations do you operate?

Accepted Answer

We operate from Dubai, with offices in Milan, London and Luxembourg. Gianluca Sidoti is registered as a Financial Service Provider with the UAE Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA). All our partners are registered with RERA (Real Estate Regulatory Agency).

Question 6

How do you get access to the entire market?

Accepted Answer

We've built partnerships with hundreds of real estate agencies active in the Emirates, giving them access to a platform where they upload their listings. Our Yielders then match that data with our clients' requirements and propose the best opportunities based on each investor's needs and goals.

Question 7

What is the Club Deal?

Accepted Answer

A club of investors who pool their resources to fund real estate lending deals in Dubai, each with a share proportional to the total. Membership is limited to 150 investors.

Question 8

How much can I earn and how is it paid?

Accepted Answer

A target return of 8% per year, paid every 3 months; the capital is repaid at maturity, with a deal term of up to 4 years.

Question 9

What's the minimum investment?

Accepted Answer

You can join from €1,000.

Question 10

How is my capital protected?

Accepted Answer

Each deal is secured by a first-rank mortgage on the property, with a maximum 50% LTV on the RERA appraisal, and is managed by an independent Security Trustee.

Question 11

How do I join?

Accepted Answer

Membership is limited to 150 investors: apply, sign a Letter of Intent (LOI), and within a month we set up an SPV to collect the capital.

Question 12

Who can invest and what's the minimum capital?

Accepted Answer

We work with investors from €100,000: the threshold that makes a deal worthwhile, considering entry costs and diversification.

Question 13

Can a European citizen own a property in Dubai?

Accepted Answer

Yes. In large freehold areas full ownership is open to foreigners, with a title deed registered at the DLD in the buyer's name.

Question 14

Do I need to relocate or travel to Dubai?

Accepted Answer

No. The purchase can be done remotely. For those considering relocating their tax residency, we plan it with the appropriate professionals.

Question 15

How much does your service cost?

Accepted Answer

A flat 1% fee on the property value, agreed before we start. No other compensation, nothing from developers.

Question 16

Why pay 1% when others seem free?

Accepted Answer

Because it's the smallest part of your decision: the cost of overpaying or choosing badly is 10-20%, ten times our fee. And since we're not paid to close, we negotiate in your favor.

Question 17

What returns can I expect?

Accepted Answer

Roughly 15-30% gross on the deal, over 6-24 months. Expected, not guaranteed figures: every estimate is built on the real numbers of the specific property.

Question 18

What are the purchase costs in Dubai?

Accepted Answer

4% land registry tax (DLD Fee), paid once when the property is registered in your name. 1% BridgeYields fee, also paid once. Both are always included in the proposal we prepare for you. No taxes and no further costs due: we support you throughout the entire duration of your investment.

Question 19

Off-plan or ready-built: which is better?

Accepted Answer

It depends on your goals: off-plan has lower entry prices but longer timelines and execution risk; ready-built yields immediately at a higher price.

Question 20

What are the risks?

Accepted Answer

Market, execution (off-plan), liquidity and currency. We manage them with data-driven selection, due diligence and an exit thesis; we don't promise to eliminate them.

Question 21

Is the investor's money safe?

Accepted Answer

The market is regulated by RERA. For off-plan, funds go into a dedicated escrow account and are released against construction milestones — they don't go to the developer's account. For the Club Deal, we use a First-Rank Mortgage on each property and management through an Independent Trustee.

Question 22

What happens if the project is cancelled?

Accepted Answer

Regulations provide for the return of escrow funds to the buyer. The developer's strength remains a factor we verify in due diligence.

Question 23

Is it true there are no taxes in Dubai?

Accepted Answer

Yes, on the UAE side, individuals pay no tax on property, capital gains or rental income. At purchase you pay a one-off 4% DLD fee.

Question 24

What about taxes in my country?

Accepted Answer

They depend on your tax residency. A resident in Europe has certain obligations and potential taxation on foreign income. However, with our tax advisors we build the most efficient legitimate structure for you, reducing the tax burden in your country of residence.

Question 25

How does capital flow in and out?

Accepted Answer

Like any normal financial transaction via bank transfer, with traceability and consistent documentation, planned at the start of the deal to avoid banking and reporting friction.

Question 26

Does buying grant a visa?

Accepted Answer

Yes: a real estate investment of at least AED 2 million unlocks the 10-year Golden Visa, renewable and extendable to your family. With AED 750,000, you qualify for a two-year visa instead. Note: obtaining a residency visa is essential to reduce your tax profile in your country of origin.

Question 27

Who can become a partner?

Accepted Answer

Agencies, financial and wealth advisors, introducers with a client network. You don't need to be a Dubai specialist: the masterclass prepares you.

Question 28

How does a partner earn?

Accepted Answer

Through the sales commission paid by the developer (typically 4-6%) and shared with the partner. It's paid by the developer, not the client.

Question 29

Do I need a Dubai license or to be there?

Accepted Answer

No. No license, no relocation, you don't show properties. You make the introduction; the team handles the negotiation and closing.

Question 30

What is the masterclass and how much does it cost?

Accepted Answer

A free 13-lesson video course that prepares you to present Dubai with confidence, with a spreadsheet of a real deal as a bonus.

Question 31

What happens after I introduce a client?

Accepted Answer

The team takes over the client (selection, developer, closing). The relationship stays yours; once the deal closes, you receive your commission.

Question 32

Is my compensation taxed?

Accepted Answer

Not in the Emirates, but if you're a tax resident in Italy it's taxable in Italy. It depends on your tax residency (which we can handle for you).

Question 33

I'm an investor: how do I start?

Accepted Answer

If you have less than €100,000 to invest, we suggest starting with Club Deal operations. If you plan to invest more than €100,000, visit the "Buy" section of this site and book a free, no-obligation call with one of our Yielders. If you want to work with us as a Partner, visit the dedicated "Partnership" page and sign up for free to the Masterclass.

Question 34

I'm a partner: how do I start?

Accepted Answer

Sign up for free to the masterclass. Once you complete the path, you unlock the deal flow and a dedicated contact.

Question 35

What is the intro call for?

Accepted Answer

To figure out together, without the pressure of being sold anything, whether and how it makes sense to act in your specific case.

Question 36

Can I speak with a person?

Accepted Answer

Yes. From the Contacts page you can write to us or book a call. For qualified leads, the conversation is directly with Gianluca Sidoti.

Frequently Asked Questions

BridgeYields & its Business Model

For Investors — Club Deal

For Buyers — Direct Ownership

Security and Warranties

Fiscal impact

For Partners — How to work with us

How to Start

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