While buying a property for your family in the UAE can be exciting, you must keep in mind few things before you make a decision. The UAE real estate market offers a wide variety of property types for buyers and investors. You can opt for studios, apartments, townhouses or go for luxury villas. The type of property you should rent or buy for your family depends on a number of factors. Considering all these factors is highly important so that you can remain safe from pitfalls and make sure that you can settle for the best property. 

Here are 10 things that you should do when you decide to get a property for you and your loved ones: 

1. Your financial resources. One of the first things you need to do when you plan to get a property is to determine your budget. Properties in the UAE have different price tags and what you should go for depends on what you can afford. If you have limited financial resources you can choose apartments. However, if you have a big budget luxury villas can be the best choice for you. So before you start looking for the kind of properties available start with your budget.
2. Explore all your options. Whether you have small or a big budget, it is best to explore all options available out there. Generally, you can find 1 bedroom to 4 bedroom apartments in the UAE. There are also great luxury villas and townhouses that can be perfect for those looking for a lavish lifestyle with the best amenities. Townhouses can be a great option too for those who want more space but cannot afford luxury villas. They offer a balance between villas and apartments. Knowing your options is important so that you can make a well informed decision for you and your family.
3. Size of your family. Another important factor to consider while looking for property is the size of your family. If you have a small family one or two bedroom apartments can be a good choice. For larger families there are three to four bedroom apartments available as well. Luxury villas also have different options so you can opt for bigger villas or smaller ones considering the size of your family.
4. Location. Location is another very important thing to consider. It is best to get a property at a prime location so you can easily access main roads and areas around you. A well-placed property will also allow you to have easy access to transportation and important public places such as schools, mosques, parks, offices etc. So you must consider the location of a property so that you can save time and also make the best of the best services around you. 

5. Property worth. From an investment point of view, it is always recommended to buy a property that has bright future prospects. The properties that are developed by the most renowned developers and that are placed on prime locations continue to appreciate with time. That is why you should prefer to get a property that is sure to appreciate in the future so that you can make the most of your investment. 

6. Mortgage Requirements. Before you make a final decision to get a property for your family or yourself, it is a must to learn all the details about the mortgage requirements in the UAE. In most cases, you need to have a stable income and a good credit history to qualify for a mortgage. It is essential to provide the proof of your income to the bank including your tax returns, salary slips, passport, monthly income and bank statements. If you are not a resident of the UAE, you may have to provide additional documents as well.

7. Amenities. Another highly important thing that you must not overlook is the type of amenities that you would have in a property. The best apartments, townhouses and villas in the UAE have all the latest amenities such as gym, pools, kids play area, green spaces, parking etc. Library, co-working spaces, forest hiking trail, outdoor yoga and amphitheatre are some other amenities that you can enjoy. That means that you will have a comfortable and secure lifestyle for you and your dear ones. So while looking for a property you should check the amenities that you will have in a property. 

8. Design and architecture. The design and architecture of a property is also an important aspect of any property. Look for the modern day designs as they will ensure that you will enjoy more space and additional benefits. The architecture will also add to the aesthetic appeal of your home.

9. Compare between your choices. Once you have taken care of all these things you should compare between your choices. You should see that in terms of space, design, price, amenities which property can be ideal for your loved ones. So compare between the properties that you short list so that you can make a well-informed and most beneficial decision.

10. Legal issues. While deciding upon a property you should also consider the legal issues and documentation involved. Hiring a legal expert can help you ensure that everything is in order and there are no problems in the process. He will also take care of other legal issues such as registration, tax etc. so that you can have expert opinion.