Dh50,000 fine for posting misleading real estate ads online in UAE

Dubai - The regulator will keep a strict watch on ads being posted on social media platforms.

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By Web Report

Published: Wed 27 Feb 2019, 4:32 PM

Last updated: Wed 27 Feb 2019, 7:21 PM

Publishing false or misleading ads for renting flats in Dubai could get you fined Dh50,000. 
An official spokesperson for the Dubai Land Department will warn the company to rectify the misleading advertisement prior to imposing the fine, as per an Emarat Al Youm report.
Violators publishing ads on media outlets will face a strict penalty.
Employees from the Real Estate Regulatory Agency (RERA) check for false and misleading ads on social media, online websites and across different media genres to protect residents from being defrauded.
Companies may advertise free offers or services, like free parking, which are in violation of the terms of the rental contract.

Web Report

Published: Wed 27 Feb 2019, 4:32 PM

Last updated: Wed 27 Feb 2019, 7:21 PM

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