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In this important episode of Straight Talk, Nafisa Kopcic sits down with Cameron Deggin to break down Dubai’s brand-new First Time Homebuyer Program — a government-backed initiative designed to help residents transition from renting to owning.

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Straight Talk airs on the Place Overseas YouTube channel. Hosted by journalist Nafisa Kopcic and Cameron Deggin, founder of Place Overseas, the show cuts through the noise and explains what really matters — in a simple, honest, and conversational way.

0:00 – Intro
0:24 – Who is this episode for?
0:50 – The new First Time Homebuyer Program explained
1:35 – Eligibility: who qualifies and why
2:30 – Priority access, pricing, and developer partnerships
3:37 – What “pre-launch” really means (and why it's risky)
6:00 – Off-plan vs ready homes for first-time buyers
8:23 – Why pre-launch prices are usually restricted to insiders
9:28 – How developers will allocate units to first-time residents
10:38 – How Place Overseas can guide buyers
12:01 – Hidden costs: 4% fee, service charges, commissions
13:05 – Mortgage structure: the 25-year tailored repayment model
14:20 – Fixed vs variable rates, and UAE interest trends
16:07 – Risks for first-time homebuyers
17:15 – Income planning: don’t overstretch your lifestyle
18:12 – The “7% rule” every buyer must budget for
20:35 – Understanding interest rate volatility
21:43 – Investor angle: What this program means for YOU
22:41 – Dubai’s population targets: 7–8 million
23:27 – Where families will live — the KEY to exit strategy
24:42 – Cameron’s three pillars: buy low, earn stable, EXIT well
26:51 – Why vision + understanding future trends is everything
27:23 – Closing thoughts from Nafisa
28:03 – Outro

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Home of Solid Advice

In this episode of Straight Talk, host Nafisa Kopcic and Cameron Deggin explore why Dubai continues to attract global investors even as the market shifts toward long-term living and community-focused developments.

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🎙️ Straight Talk airs on the Place Overseas YouTube channel. Hosted by journalist Nafisa Kopcic and Cameron Deggin, founder of Place Overseas, the show delivers real insights and honest conversation — cutting through the hype to bring clarity to the global real estate market.

⏱️ Timestamps
0:00 – Intro: Dubai’s evolving investment story
0:45 – Why Dubai remains a global magnet for investors
2:30 – Capital growth and tax-free high returns explained
6:00 – Confidence driven by end-user demand and new visa programs
9:00 – The 20-minute city and lifestyle-driven urban planning
12:00 – AI, innovation, and the rise of new talent in Dubai
13:00 – Where to invest next: master communities with real value
18:00 – The $550K–$1.5M “sweet spot” for investors
23:00 – First-Time Home Buyer Support: what it means for investors
25:00 – Long-term opportunities and selective off-plan investing
27:00 – Closing thoughts: Dubai as the city of opportunities

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Home of Solid Advice

In this essential episode, presenter Nafisa Kopcic and Cameron Deggin break down Dubai’s biggest market transformation in years — the shift from quick-flip speculation to long-term, family-driven ownership.

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Straight Talk premieres every Sunday night on the Property Turkey YouTube channel and website. Hosted by journalist Nafisa Kopcic and Cameron Deggin, founder of Place Overseas, the show cuts through the noise and explains what really matters — in a simple, honest, and conversational way.

0:00 – Intro: Dubai’s property story redefined
0:45 – From speculation to end-user demand
1:30 – 60% of Dubai buyers are now residents
2:30 – The mid-to-upper mid bracket (AED 1.3M–2.7M) and record family home growth
4:00 – Why flipping strategies are losing steam
6:00 – Families as the heartbeat of Dubai’s long-term market
8:00 – Market plateaus vs. real crashes: what’s different this time
10:30 – Oversupply concerns: 300,000 new homes ahead
12:00 – The 20-minute city concept explained
13:20 – Cameron’s 3 rules for investors in 2025
14:20 – Outro: Stability over speculation

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