A Curated Collection of Unique Properties
Anchored by a market-leading heritage brand with a business pedigree spanning more than three decades, Prime by Betterhomes is dedicated to luxury residences that offer the rare, the exclusive and the extraordinary.
Our unique local knowledge, global reach and international reputation as a sought-after real estate matchmaker, puts us in prime position to support high-net-worth homeowners and home seekers.
Established in 1986
Betterhomes has been at the forefront of Dubai's real estate market since 1986. Our resident team of passionate, knowledgeable industry professionals have represented thousands of satisfied buyers, landlords, and sellers across a diverse tranche of properties. Recognising the need for a bespoke resource for ultra-premium homes and residences, PRIME by Betterhomes offers our high net worth clients an individually curated service that meets their own unique needs
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Established in 1986
Betterhomes has been at the forefront of Dubai's real estate market since 1986. Our resident team of passionate, knowledgeable industry professionals have represented thousands of satisfied buyers, landlords, and sellers across a diverse tranche of properties. Recognising the need for a bespoke resource for ultra-premium homes and residences, PRIME by Betterhomes offers our high net worth clients an individually curated service that meets their own unique needs
Chairman
Global Reach Local Expertise
Beyond our local expertise, PRIME by Betterhomes has established a global presence as a proud member of Luxury Portfolio International®. This partnership connects your property to luxury experts and buyers in over 800 major cities, from Bangkok to Barcelona.
With a reach extending across six continents, and a network spanning more than 220 companies in 35 countries, your property receives maximum exposure to a highly targeted audience of affluent buyers. With our exceptional worldwide reach, we will find the right buyer for your property, wherever you are.
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LOCAL PROPERTY ADVISORS WITH A GLOBAL REACH
Perfect pairings are rooted in unparalleled market insight, rich experience and an inherent ability to sell a lifestyle - not merely bricks and mortar. Our hand-picked team of international property consultants, forward-thinking marketers, and global partner network, is the backbone of our exclusively curated offering. Together, they craft an individually tailored narrative that reflects each property's unique story and taps into each client's unique needs and desires.
Catherine Emma Earl
Senior Sales Consultant
Catherine joined Betterhomes in 2020 after 6 successful years working for Emirates Airlines. Currently specializing in Marina and JBR leasing, Catherine epitomizes customer service and already has numerous excellent reviews and many successful rental transactions.
Since joining Betterhomes Catherine has consistently been one of the top producing leasing brokers in an already successful and established Marin team.
Connor Manning
Branch Sales Manager
Born in Ipswich, in the South East of England, Connor began his real estate career at haart Estate Agents in his hometown at the age of 19. After nearly three years there, he relocated to Dubai to join Betterhomes, the UAE's leading real estate brokerage.
Five years later, he now manages the sales team at Betterhomes' Motor City Branch, where they serve landlords, sellers, and buyers across Dubai's key villa communities. With a deep understanding of Dubai and its property market, Connor consistently offers honest advice. He firmly believes that honesty and exceptional customer service are fundamental and strives to ensure that every client receives nothing less in their interactions with him and his team.
Sana Hajjar
Associate Director
Sana joined Betterhomes back in 1998 and became a Senior Residential Consultant in 2006.
"Believing in the dynamism of Betterhomes that reflects my personal goals and values, I successfully combine the company's superior advertising and marketing with my strong negotiation skills and a sincere passion for property. I believe that my ongoing commitment to punctuality, excellent services, and good relationships produces exceptional results."
Sana was awarded the Star Performer title for outstanding performance in 2006 and 2008 and was one of the Top 10 Achievers in 2011. Since then, she has been an Elite Agent and Top Consultant for Residential Leasing in 2016 and Elite Club Consultant in 2017.
Being in the UAE for more than thirty years, Sana has witnessed the growth of the city of Dubai and the changes in the real estate market. She knows the importance of keeping landlords/sellers and tenants/buyers informed through every step of the lease/sale process and always acts with integrity and honesty.
Away from real estate, she is very passionate about fashion/haute couture. Not a big fan of working out, she keeps in shape with weekly swimming sessions and also enjoys socialising and travelling.
Simona Mariana Barbulescu
Associate Director
Simona Mariana Barbulescu is originally from Romania and has worked in Real Estate for 15 years. Betterhomes has been her home for the past 12 years. She loves her job here and treats Betterhomes as her own company. She takes her job very seriously, and she gives her 100% in anything she does. She goes the extra mile for her clients. Real Estate is a 24 hours job, so there is no fixed time for work which keeps her engaged with her job and clients.
Sometimes it’s not easy to start from down and get along the way, but it pays off when you close a deal. She mostly deals with GCC clients and covers local areas as this is her speciality. Local clients feel pleasure in dealing with her and vice versa. She specialises in Jumeirah, Umm Sequim, Umm Al Sheif, Jumeirah 1,2,3, Al Manara, Al Barsha 1, 2, 3, and Al Barsha South. Other regions of Dubai include Kwawaneej, AL Rashidiya, Al Mizhar, etc.
Ben Blackwell
Luxury Area Manager
A retired semi-professional football player, Ben and now a successful agent in Dubai's property market. He started his corporate career working as a recruiter where he found his niche within the high-end residential sector. In the span of 4 years, he was promoted to regional manager. Looking for a new challenge, he sought new routes that led him to Dubai where he began working as a real estate agent. After getting to know the market, expats and their needs, Ben is now a reliable and committed agent, determined to help you find exactly what you're looking for.
Toni Elia Abou Jaoude
Sales and Leasing Manager - Local Division
Born and raised in Dubai, Toni has observed first-hand the dynamic ever evolving infrastructural changes the city has undergone with the world's most renown skyscrapers appearing along its skyline.
As an MBA holder with nearly 10 years of sales experience, he is committed to offering his clients excellent service tailored to their needs. Toni is communicative, detail-oriented and very enthusiastic to find each client the perfect home.
Evelyn Pali
Sales Manager - Dubai Marina
Evelyn originates from Rome, Italy, and moved to Dubai in 2007 with her husband and two children. She started working as Managing Director of a Business Centre, specialising in UAE corporate structuring. What made her successful was her holistic approach and cross-disciplinary combination of offering a one-stop shop to all her clients.
In 2008 she began to help Betterhomes to help expats find the perfect property to live in. Finding the dream home for her clients became the ultimate satisfaction and in 2017 she decided to jump ship and dedicate her career to real estate with Betterhomes!
She is an investor herself having bought her first property in Dubai in 2010, before selling and buying another in 2013 where she currently lives with her family, including two cats and two dogs!
"I take great pride in witnessing Dubai's growth and development, making it the bubbliest and energetic city in the world!"
Dean Douglas Evans
Associate Director
Originally from Dublin, Dean has been in sales for the past ten years working in the entertainment industry and travelling the world with Disney on Ice and Carter Entertainment. During this time, Dean set up a start-up company called GolfBirdie. These experiences have allowed him to intercommunicate well and understand clients' needs from different backgrounds and countries.
Specialising in Victory Heights and Jumeirah Golf Estates, Dean provides outstanding customer service and always puts his clients first while showcasing strong business ethics.
Niks Degis
Sales Consultant
Niks brings twelve years of experience in leadership, management and knowledge in a competitive market. He provides quality service to build relationships with clients and more importantly, maintain those relationships by communicating effectively. Niks has been responsible for overall leadership, growth, direction and a strategic planning for a number of projects and knows how to maximize positive outcomes for all of the parties involved in the transaction.
Niks speaks in three languages, Latvian, Russian and English and he consistently demonstrates high results and passion in his job role.
Niks is very competent in areas like Customer relationship, sales sector, strategic delivery against targets, seeking continuous improvement and commercial awareness which makes him the go to person for your real estate goals and remarkable experience.
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