Case Explained:This article breaks down the legal background, charges, and implications of Case Explained: Dubai Court Orders Buyer to Pay Dh1.54 Million for Withdrawing from Property Deal – Legal Perspective
Deal collapsed after missed deadline
Court records show that the dispute arose from a sale agreement involving a residential unit in Al Wasl.
The seller had agreed to transfer ownership of the property in exchange for a deposit of Dh2.2 million, with the remaining balance to be paid upon completion of the title transfer.
The buyer issued a cheque for the deposit, signalling her commitment to the deal.
However, she failed to meet the agreed deadline to complete the purchase and later requested an extension, citing delays in obtaining her Emirates ID and certain administrative approvals.
The court noted that these conditions were not part of the original agreement.
Seller granted extension, buyer failed to comply
According to the judgment, the seller acted in good faith and granted the buyer additional time to finalise the transaction.
Despite the extension, the buyer did not complete the required procedures or settle the outstanding balance.
She also failed to provide any evidence of circumstances beyond her control that prevented her from fulfilling her contractual obligations.
Court finds seller met obligations
The court reviewed documents including the sale contract, title deed and correspondence between both parties, and found that the seller had fulfilled all his obligations, including preparing the property for transfer and completing the necessary procedures.
In contrast, the buyer was found to have defaulted on her obligations and did not attend court hearings despite being legally notified.