Question 1

How are agencies ranked on HomeSearch?

Accepted Answer

By verified activity, not payment. We order brokerages using real Dubai Land Department sales volume and the size of their DLD-licensed team. No agency can pay to rank higher, the order reflects genuine market track record.

Question 2

Are the agencies listed registered with the DLD?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Every brokerage is drawn from the official RERA/DLD registry and holds a valid trade licence and ORN (Office Registration Number), so you're only ever dealing with legally operating Dubai agencies.

Question 3

What is an ORN?

Accepted Answer

An Office Registration Number (ORN) is the licence RERA issues to a real estate brokerage in Dubai, the company-level equivalent of an agent's BRN. It confirms the office is authorised by the Dubai Land Department to trade property.

Question 4

Should I choose a large agency or a boutique one?

Accepted Answer

Both work well, it depends on your needs. Large agencies offer wide inventory and coverage across many communities, while boutique firms often bring deep specialisation in a single area or property type. Check each agency's deal history and areas served on its profile.

Question 5

Does it cost anything to contact an agency?

Accepted Answer

No. Browsing agencies and reaching out is completely free for buyers and tenants. HomeSearch never charges you to connect with a brokerage.

Question 6

How do I verify an agency is legitimate?

Accepted Answer

Confirm its ORN and trade licence are valid, review its recent DLD transaction record and the communities it covers, and check that its agents each hold a BRN. A consistent, verifiable track record is the clearest sign of a reputable agency.

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