Question 1

What is the Dubai Property Association (TDPA)?

Accepted Answer

The Dubai Property Association (TDPA) is a private professional membership network and directory platform for Dubai's property industry. It connects verified property professionals — including estate agents, mortgage brokers, property lawyers, surveyors, contractors, and interior designers — with buyers, sellers, and investors across Dubai. TDPA is not a government body, regulatory authority, or officially licensed association.

Question 2

Who can join TDPA?

Accepted Answer

TDPA is open to licensed property professionals operating in Dubai. This includes estate agents, mortgage brokers, property lawyers, surveyors, building contractors, and interior designers. Individual membership is free. Business membership is available for property companies and agencies at AED 2,900 per year.

Question 3

How do I join TDPA?

Accepted Answer

Individual membership is free and takes a few minutes to set up. Visit dubaipropertyassociation.com/join to create your profile. For business membership, visit dubaipropertyassociation.com/join/company to enquire or complete the paid application. Once approved, your profile will appear in the TDPA member directory.

Question 4

How much does TDPA membership cost?

Accepted Answer

Individual membership is completely free. Business membership — which includes a premium company profile, TDPA Verified badge, team member listings, photo gallery, client reviews, and priority placement in the directory — costs AED 2,900 per year.

Question 5

What is a TDPA Verified member?

Accepted Answer

TDPA Verified is a badge awarded to business members who meet TDPA's standards for professional standing, profile completeness, and client reviews. There are three tiers: TDPA Verified (5+ reviews), Verified Pro (20+ reviews), and Verified Elite (50+ reviews). The badge is displayed on the member's profile and directory listing to help clients identify trusted professionals.

Question 6

What does a Business Membership include?

Accepted Answer

Business membership includes a premium company profile page with your logo and full description, TDPA Verified badge, team member listings with photos and contact details, a photo gallery, client review display, a project/work showcase, priority placement in the directory, and enquiry notifications when potential clients contact you through your profile.

Question 7

What is the difference between Individual and Business membership?

Accepted Answer

Individual membership is a free, basic listing for sole practitioners and licensed professionals. It includes a simple public profile in the TDPA directory. Business membership is a paid premium tier for property companies and agencies. It includes a full branded company page, team listings, gallery, reviews, and enhanced visibility — designed to generate leads and build credibility online.

Question 8

How does TDPA verify its members?

Accepted Answer

TDPA reviews all membership applications before approving them. Business members are reviewed for professional standing and profile quality. The TDPA Verified badge is awarded based on the number of approved client reviews a member has received. TDPA does not independently verify professional licences — members are responsible for ensuring their own regulatory compliance.

Question 9

Can I leave a review for a TDPA member?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Any visitor to the TDPA website can leave a review on a member's profile. Reviews include a star rating and written comment. Reviews are published immediately and displayed on the member's profile. TDPA reserves the right to remove reviews that are fraudulent, defamatory, or in breach of its terms.

Question 10

Is TDPA a government organisation?

Accepted Answer

No. TDPA is a private professional membership network. It is not a government body, regulatory authority, or officially licensed association. It is not affiliated with the Dubai Land Department (DLD), RERA, or any other UAE government entity.

Question 11

How do I find a property professional on TDPA?

Accepted Answer

Visit dubaipropertyassociation.com/directory to search the member directory. You can filter by category (estate agent, mortgage broker, lawyer, surveyor, contractor, interior designer) and search by name or keyword. Each member has a profile page with their contact details, services, and client reviews.

Question 12

How do I contact TDPA?

Accepted Answer

You can contact TDPA by email at chris@dubaipropertyassociation.com or by using the contact form at dubaipropertyassociation.com/contact.

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