{"id":57702,"date":"2026-07-07T16:21:03","date_gmt":"2026-07-07T16:21:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/my.legal500.com\/developments\/?post_type=press_releases&p=57702"},"modified":"2026-07-07T16:21:03","modified_gmt":"2026-07-07T16:21:03","slug":"stuck-in-an-off-plan-property-dispute-heres-how-to-solve-it-step-by-step","status":"publish","type":"press_releases","link":"https:\/\/my.legal500.com\/developments\/press-releases\/stuck-in-an-off-plan-property-dispute-heres-how-to-solve-it-step-by-step\/","title":{"rendered":"Stuck in an Off-plan Property Dispute? Here’s How to Solve It (Step-by-Step)"},"content":{"rendered":"

Off-plan property disputes can turn your\u00a0dream investment\u00a0into a nightmare, faster than you realize.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Delayed handovers<\/strong>, quality issues, and the\u00a0payment conflicts<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 these are all too common examples of disputes over the property, when buying\u00a0off-plan property<\/strong>\u00a0in the UAE. The developers sometimes fail to meet their\u00a0obligations<\/strong>, leaving buyers stuck without clear solutions.<\/p>\n

The good news is that you do have\u00a0legal rights<\/strong>\u00a0and a clear path forward.<\/p>\n

In this guide we will take you through\u00a0exactly<\/strong>\u00a0how to resolve your dispute step-by-step, protect your interests and prevent future issues.<\/p>\n

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What Are Off-Plan Property Disputes<\/h2>\n

Definition of Off-Plan Properties<\/h3>\n

Off-plan properties<\/a>a are real estate that is bought before the construction is complete. You are buying from floor plans, drawings and\u00a0architectural renderings<\/strong>, and not from a completed building. Sometimes,\u00a0Construction<\/strong>\u00a0has not even started when you sign the Sales and Purchase Agreement.<\/p>\n

The buying process is very different from ready properties. You pay a\u00a0deposit upfront<\/strong>, then\u00a0installment payments<\/strong>\u00a0linked to\u00a0construction milestones<\/strong>, e.g. foundation completion or structural completion. You don\u2019t get\u00a0final possession<\/strong>\u00a0until construction is complete and all charges have been\u00a0paid<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Off-plan sales make up over 60 percent of all property deals in\u00a0Dubai<\/strong>\u00a0alone. Before they can start selling,\u00a0developers<\/strong>\u00a0have to register their projects with the\u00a0Dubai Land Department<\/strong>\u00a0and get approval from RERA. Deposit your money in required\u00a0escrow accounts<\/strong>\u00a0to keep it safe.<\/p>\n

Common Causes of Disputes<\/h3>\n

Off-plan property disputes<\/strong>\u00a0are disputes between you and the\u00a0developer<\/strong>\u00a0that happen before the project is complete. Construction delays are still the most common trigger. Research suggests that more than 50% of off-plan projects in\u00a0Dubai<\/strong>\u00a0are delayed by between six months and two years.<\/p>\n

Developers<\/strong>\u00a0cite multiple reasons for the delays: construction approval delays, disputes or insolvency with contractors,\u00a0cash flow issues<\/strong>\u00a0due to market slowdowns and overpromising completion dates to drive\u00a0pre-sales.<\/strong>\u00a0Cash-flow problems are particularly common where developers have overextended themselves in a number of projects and have experienced\u00a0financial mismanagement<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Another type of dispute relates to\u00a0quality defects<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0specification changes<\/strong>.\u00a0Marketing materials<\/strong>\u00a0sometimes exaggerate amenities, views and delivery timelines. The finished property may not match your original expectations due to the\u00a0material defects<\/strong>, or\u00a0unauthorized modifications<\/strong>\u00a0to layouts, unit sizes, or specifications without your consent.<\/p>\n

Using escrow improperly is a\u00a0major violation<\/strong>. Payments are to be deposited into\u00a0registered escrow accounts<\/strong>\u00a0as per Dubai law. When\u00a0developers<\/strong>\u00a0operate out of these funds, or abuse them due to financial mismanagement or market\u00a0downturns<\/strong>, you are the one who suffers serious loses<\/p>\n

Why These Disputes Happen in UAE<\/h3>\n

The\u00a0UAE real estate market<\/strong>\u00a0has seen significant growth in recent years, particularly in\u00a0Dubai<\/strong>, and\u00a0Abu Dhabi<\/strong>. This growth has attracted individual investors looking for high returns and has witnessed increased investment by property\u00a0developers.<\/strong><\/p>\n

But the increase in\u00a0off-plan<\/strong>\u00a0project launches has resulted in an increase in the incidence of disputes, from delayed handovers to\u00a0title transfer disputes<\/strong>. Developer incentives make the market grow quickly. Project timelines are extended and\u00a0contractual promises<\/strong>\u00a0fall through.<\/p>\n

There are several of\u00a0UAE<\/strong>\u00a0specific factors that drive disputes. Sometimes developers will put in vague contract clauses that allow for\u00a0extensions<\/strong>, leaving you financially exposed. Delays affect your rental income calculations, your resale value and your\u00a0financing arrangements<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Not all delays constitute\u00a0force majeure<\/strong>\u00a0under UAE law. Executive Council Resolution No. 6 of 2010 allows the\u00a0developers<\/strong>\u00a0to claim delays arising from the government restrictions, natural disasters or\u00a0pandemic-related shutdowns<\/strong>, according to Article 21. However, the developer has to prove that, the delays were due to the unforeseen circumstances, and not due to negligence and\u00a0RERA<\/strong>\u00a0considers each claim on its merit.<\/p>\n

Financial mismanagement<\/strong>, post-approval design changes, contractor disputes and poor project planning are not force majeure events and\u00a0developers<\/strong>\u00a0are liable for breach of\u00a0contractual obligations.<\/p>\n

Types of Off-Plan Property Disputes You Might Face<\/h2>\n

Recognizing the specific type of\u00a0dispute<\/strong>, you’re facing helps you choose the right resolution strategy, and understand your\u00a0legal position<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Delivery Delays and Timeline Issues<\/h3>\n

Most Sales and Purchase Agreements give the developers a 6\u201312-month grace period, after the\u00a0expected date of completion<\/strong>\u00a0before you can pursue\u00a0formal remedies<\/strong>. Once the grace period ends you can enforce your right to compensation.<\/p>\n

If the project delay exceeds six months beyond the\u00a0contractually agreed completion date<\/strong>, you may be entitled to receive 1% of the property value per quarter in compensation. This standardized approach redirects the damage assessment, from subjective litigation to quantifiable statutory restitution.<\/p>\n

You can claim\u00a0direct losses<\/strong>, as well as the compensation provided by the law. These include costs of temporary accommodation while waiting for handover and loss of expected\u00a0rental income<\/strong>\u00a0from the delayed property. However, if you have a contract that provides for penalties for late delivery, such as a percentage of the\u00a0purchase price<\/strong>, for each month that the delivery is late, then those conditions are binding.<\/p>\n

Delays<\/strong>\u00a0vary from a few weeks to several months or more. Research shows delays of between six months and two years are common across Dubai\u2019s\u00a0off-plan market<\/strong>. If the developers are late, your financing plan, the date you expect to start\u00a0renting<\/strong>, and the timing of your exit all suffer.<\/p>\n

Quality and Specification Problems<\/h3>\n

Disputes over\u00a0quality<\/strong>\u00a0occur when you receive something different from what you agreed to buy.\u00a0RERA rules<\/strong>\u00a0protect the physical asset you have agreed to buy and in case there is any difference between what was promised and what was delivered you can claim\u00a0full compensation<\/strong>\u00a0with interest for the reduced value.<\/p>\n

Deviations from specifications are common. Marketing materials may show\u00a0premium finishes<\/strong>, but the unit you get is built with lower grade materials. Room arrangements may vary from the\u00a0approved floor plans<\/strong>. Views promised during sales presentations may be obstructed by later construction.<\/p>\n

If the delivered area is less than what is stated in the\u00a0Sale and Purchase Agreement<\/strong>, the developers should compensate you for the\u00a0reduction<\/strong>, unless the reduction is considered insignificant. On the contrary, the developers shall not be entitled to claim extra payment on an increase of unit area.<\/p>\n

Reports of snagging\u00a040+ issues<\/strong>\u00a0are not uncommon. It is the developer\u2019s responsibility to rectify any structural defects found within a certain period after the property is handed over, executing repairs at no cost to you. The\u00a05% retained amount<\/strong>\u00a0for one year after completion serves as a guarantee to address defects that appear within that window.<\/p>\n

Payment and Refund Disputes<\/h3>\n

The key element of the\u00a0payment disputes<\/strong>\u00a0is escrow accounts, and refund rights. Developers in Dubai are required by law to put all your money into registered\u00a0escrow accounts<\/a>. These funds are disbursed only on\u00a0verified construction milestones<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Refund scenarios are based on the\u00a0project status<\/strong>\u00a0and the percentage of completion. You should expect 2-5 year time frames when\u00a0full recovery<\/strong>\u00a0requires litigation be it civil action, tribunal adjudication or appeals. The courts move slowly, especially when the liquidation and distribution of assets involves large numbers of\u00a0claimants<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Buyers typically receive their refunds on\u00a0off-plan properties<\/strong>\u00a0within a year of contract cancelation or\u00a060 days after resale<\/strong>, whichever comes first. How much you can get refunded depends on how far along the project is:\u00a0Developers<\/strong>\u00a0can deduct up to 40% of the value of the unit if 60% to 80% of the project is complete, or 25% if less than 60% of the project is complete.<\/p>\n

Developer Insolvency Cases<\/h3>\n

Developer insolvency<\/strong>\u00a0is your worst case scenario. If RERA gets complaints of\u00a0construction delays<\/strong>, milestone payments not being made or suspected financial issues, it conducts an investigation that usually takes 30-60 days for simple cases but can take far longer for complex developments.<\/p>\n

RERA has only two resolution paths:\u00a0project transfer<\/strong>\u00a0or\u00a0project cancellation<\/strong>. When RERA finds another developer to take over and\u00a0complete construction<\/strong>, it is called project transfer, but usually the time for\u00a0completion<\/strong>\u00a0gets longer. If the project can\u2019t be completed, it is cancelled and RERA oversees the liquidation of escrow funds and developer assets to compensate you.<\/p>\n

In a Manchester development project,\u00a0investors<\/strong>\u00a0only got back 20% to 25% of their investment after the developer went into liquidation. Initial tribunal reviews typically take 3-6 months, with full resolution potentially taking\u00a012-24 months<\/strong>, in complex cases involving the disputed assets, or multiple claimants.<\/p>\n

Your Legal Rights in Off-Plan Property Disputes<\/h2>\n

Knowledge of your\u00a0legal rights<\/strong>\u00a0gives you the leverage in disputes over off-plan properties. The\u00a0UAE\u2019s legislation<\/strong>\u00a0provides the strong safeguards that put you in the driver\u2019s seat.<\/p>\n

UAE Property Laws That Protect You<\/h3>\n

The\u00a0UAE Civil Transactions Law Federal Law No. 5 of 1985<\/strong>, governs the obligations arising from contracts and the remedies for breach. Under\u00a0Article 274<\/strong>, you may apply to terminate the contract, if the developer does not fulfill its obligations.\u00a0Article 295<\/strong>\u00a0provides for claims for monetary compensation for actual financial losses due to delays.\u00a0Article 386<\/strong>\u00a0is the basis for compensation for non-performance.\u00a0Article 390(2)<\/strong>\u00a0allows the courts to reduce the number of liquidated damages where the estimate is found to be unconscionable.<\/p>\n

All off-plan sales must be registered in the\u00a0Oqood interim register<\/strong>\u00a0as per\u00a0Dubai Law No. 13\/2008. Law No. 8\/2007<\/strong>\u00a0requires developers to place your payments into escrow accounts that are protected from the developer\u2019s creditors. Your escrow funds can\u2019t be taken to pay other debts, even if the developer goes bankrupt.<\/p>\n

Federal Decree-Law No. 42\/2022<\/strong>\u00a0amended the mechanics of civil procedure and\u00a0Federal Decree-Law No. 35\/2022<\/strong>\u00a0modernized the mechanics of\u00a0electronic evidence<\/strong>.\u00a0Law No. 19\/2020<\/strong>\u00a0reformed default procedures, and refund thresholds, eliminating automatic retention rights if construction hasn\u2019t commenced.<\/p>\n

Developer Obligations Under Law<\/h3>\n

Developers need to register the projects with DLD, and get RERA approval before collecting any payments. The\u00a0Executive Council Resolution No. 6 of 2010<\/strong>\u00a0states that, developers will hand over the properties by the agreed date if you have paid your financial obligations.<\/p>\n

The developers are required to deliver the properties, exactly as stated in your SPA, under the Article 569 of the Civil Code.\u00a0Articles 572, and 574<\/strong>\u00a0protect you against, receiving the smaller or substandard units. Developers will be responsible for the\u00a0structural defects<\/a>\u00a0for 10 years after the completion certificate date. Any defective installation must be corrected, within one year of the handover.<\/p>\n

Your Rights as a Buyer<\/h3>\n

You can require the\u00a0delivery dates<\/strong>, escrow compliance, and transparency standards. Once the contractual grace period expires without the delivery, you may\u00a0terminate the SPA<\/strong>, and seek refunds from the escrow. This right is subject to\u00a0formal notification<\/strong>\u00a0to the developer and a reasonable time to rectify, before escalation through\u00a0DLD\/RERA<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

If you think the project will be done, you don’t have to cancel. You may stay in your place, but reserve the right to claim\u00a0compensation<\/strong>\u00a0for time lost due to delay.<\/p>\n

When You Can Claim Compensation<\/h3>\n

Compensable losses<\/strong>\u00a0include lost\u00a0rental income<\/strong>, extra mortgage payments during the delay, ongoing rental costs for\u00a0other accommodations<\/strong>, and interest on escrowed payments. If your SPA has\u00a0liquidated damages clauses<\/a>\u00a0in it, with a daily or monthly penalty rate, those terms apply. If you don\u2019t have those clauses, you have to show\u00a0actual financial<\/strong>\u00a0loss with documentary evidence. RERA usually takes a decision within 60 days directing supervised completion, compensation, rescission or penalties on the developer.<\/p>\n

Step-by-Step Process to Resolve Your Dispute<\/h2>\n

Taking control of your\u00a0dispute resolution<\/strong>\u00a0requires the following a structured approach, that maximizes your chances of success.<\/p>\n

Step 1: Document Everything Related to Your Case<\/h3>\n

Collect your\u00a0Sales and Purchase Agreement<\/strong>, keep all receipts of payment, and bank transfers,\u00a0official correspondence<\/strong>\u00a0with the developer, and photographs or videos showing the issues. Scan and save as JPG, PNG or PDF. Label files clearly with dates, for example, \u201cSPA-signed-2023-05-14.pdf<\/strong>\u201d, or \u201cEmail-demand-2025-11-10.pdf.\u201d Make a one page timeline connecting the each document to certain events you need to prove.<\/p>\n

Step 2: Contact the Developer Directly<\/h3>\n

Send the other party a\u00a0written notice<\/strong>\u00a0of the breach, relief sought, and a reasonable time period for the\u00a0resolution<\/strong>. And keep copies of all the correspondence, including emails, letters, and the meeting minutes. This shows your\u00a0good faith attempt to resolve<\/strong>, which strengthens your position, whenever escalating.<\/p>\n

Step 3: File a Complaint with RERA<\/h3>\n

By using the\u00a0eService Portal<\/strong>\u00a0of the DLD-RERA, or through the\u00a0Dubai REST app<\/strong>, and click on the\u00a0Real Estate Violations System<\/strong>. Enter your details, the developer’s license or ORN, and select the\u00a0complaint category<\/strong>. And describe the violation in less than 1,000 characters, citing facts, and dates. Submit your\u00a0evidence bundle<\/strong>. RERA generally responds in 5 working days and takes decisions in 60 days.<\/p>\n

Step 4: Consider Mediation Services<\/h3>\n

Federal Law No. 40 of 2023 allows you to resolve your dispute through, a\u00a0court-appointed mediator<\/strong>, if you are agree in writing. The\u00a0Wasata eMediation platform<\/strong>\u00a0connects you, with registered mediators, who conduct the proceedings in\u00a0Arabic or English<\/strong>. In 2022, the\u00a0settlement rate<\/strong>\u00a0through\u00a0alternative dispute resolution<\/a>\u00a0methods was 61.3 percent. For the small claims, under 500,000 dirhams in Dubai, you must first take the case, to the\u00a0Center for Amicable Resolution<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Step 5: Escalate to Legal Action if Needed<\/h3>\n

If the mediation is unsuccessful, get a\u00a0lawyer<\/strong>\u00a0to help you build your case. Raise a complaint with the\u00a0Dubai Property Court<\/a>, for\u00a0ownership<\/strong>, and for the off-plan disputes. The courts require a\u00a0statement of claim<\/strong>, which must contain the names, and addresses of the parties, facts of the case, relief sought, and any\u00a0evidence<\/strong>\u00a0in support.<\/p>\n

Step 6: Follow Through with Court Proceedings<\/h3>\n

File your statement of claim and pay the\u00a0court fees<\/strong>\u00a0as prescribed. The court conducts the proceedings by the\u00a0appointment of experts<\/strong>, by an order for the\u00a0production of documents<\/strong>\u00a0and by\u00a0interrogatories<\/strong>. It can take 2-5 years to fully resolve civil actions, tribunal adjudications and appeals.<\/p>\n

How to Prevent Off-Plan Property Disputes<\/h2>\n

Prevention starts with knowing what to verify before signing anything.<\/p>\n

Due Diligence Before Purchasing<\/h3>\n

Verify the\u00a0project\u2019s registration<\/strong>\u00a0with RERA and ensure that the\u00a0escrow account<\/strong>\u00a0details are as per the official\u00a0DLD records<\/strong>. Check the developer\u2019s track record: see how many projects the developer has delivered\u00a0on time<\/strong>\u00a0and how many have been\u00a0delayed<\/strong>. See their completed projects, talk to actual residents about how good the builds are and how responsive the\u00a0developers are<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Formal\u00a0construction progress reports<\/strong>\u00a0are required before any payments beyond your initial reservation are made. Get a\u00a0legal expert<\/strong>\u00a0to review the SPA, for any clauses that may be unfavorable,\u00a0hidden fees<\/strong>, or the financial risks. Make sure all the payments are made to the project’s\u00a0dedicated escrow account<\/strong>, not the developer’s corporate or to the personal accounts.<\/p>\n

Red Flags to Watch For<\/h3>\n

If the developer does not have an RERA project number, or does not verify on the\u00a0official portal<\/strong>, walk away immediately.\u00a0Extended payment plans<\/strong>, that look attractive often come with 20-35% price premiums built into the\u00a0per-square-foot cost<\/strong>. Warning signs of a scam, include\u00a0high-pressure sales tactics<\/strong>, that require you to sign on the spot without time to review.<\/p>\n

Essential Contract Clauses to Include<\/h3>\n

Your\u00a0SPA<\/strong>\u00a0should have a completion date as well as provisions for grace periods and penalties for delays by the developer beyond the grace period. Include clauses that specify the\u00a0unit specifications<\/strong>, materials, finishes, and the\u00a0common elements<\/strong>\u00a0exactly as promised. Make sure you have the ability to cancel, and receive refunds if there are delays past a reasonable amount of time.<\/p>\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n

You now have a complete roadmap, to resolve your\u00a0off-plan property dispute<\/strong>. Most importantly, remember the\u00a0UAE law<\/a>\u00a0is on your side, with strong protections, and clear resolution pathways. Be it\u00a0delivery delays<\/strong>, quality issues, or payment disputes, the step by step process we have created gives you the\u00a0specific actions<\/strong>\u00a0to take right now.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t wait for the problems to worsen. Start\u00a0documenting<\/strong>\u00a0everything today, enforce your\u00a0contractual rights<\/strong>, and escalate through the proper channels, where necessary. With the right approach, and persistence you can protect your investment, and\u00a0reach a fair solution<\/strong>. You don\u2019t need to dream of a\u00a0legal nightmare<\/strong>\u00a0for your dream property.<\/p>\n

Key Takeaways<\/h2>\n

If you are involved in an off-plan property dispute. in the\u00a0UAE<\/strong>, you are well protected by the law, and have a clear path, to resolving your issue, and safeguarding of your investment.<\/p>\n

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  • Immediately record everything as document, and keep all the\u00a0contracts, payments, correspondence<\/strong>, and evidence in the organized files, with clear dates, and labels.<\/li>\n
  • Following the 6-step process, for the resolution such as contacting the developer directly, filing a RERA complaint, considering the\u00a0mediation<\/strong>, and taking the legal action, if necessary.<\/li>\n
  • Know your rights to\u00a0compensation<\/strong>\u00a0like for any delays beyond the grace period of 6 months, you can claim 1% of the\u00a0property value<\/strong>\u00a0per quarter.<\/li>\n
  • Before you buy, check the\u00a0RERA registration<\/strong>, and the escrow accounts, to avoid the fraudulent developers, and protect your payments.<\/li>\n
  • Make sure your\u00a0Sales and Purchase Agreement<\/strong>\u00a0contains specific completion dates,penalty clauses<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0termination rights<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    UAE law<\/strong>\u00a0heavily favors the\u00a0buyers<\/strong>, with\u00a0mandatory escrow protection<\/strong>, 10-year structural defect liability, and the standardized compensation formulas. The most conflicts are solved, within the\u00a060 days<\/strong>, with the help of RERA, but in case of the complicated cases, it may take 2-5 years to resolve it in the court.<\/p>\n

    Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n

    1. What are the main steps to resolve an off-plan property dispute in Dubai?<\/h3>\n

    You start with gathering all the evidence, like your\u00a0Sale and Purchase Agreement<\/strong>, the payment receipts, and the correspondence. You can also contact the developer directly, with a\u00a0formal written notice<\/strong>. In case of failure, lodge a\u00a0complaint with RERA<\/strong>, at their online portal. Consider\u00a0mediation services<\/strong>\u00a0for the quicker resolution. If these steps fail, then you can escalate to legal action through the\u00a0Dubai Property Court<\/strong>. Generally, the RERA responds within 5 business days, and issues decisions within 60 days.<\/p>\n

    2. What compensation can I claim for delayed off-plan property delivery?<\/h3>\n

    If your project is delayed, by more than\u00a0six months<\/strong>, after the contractually agreed completion date, other than the\u00a0grace period<\/strong>, you have the right to claim for compensation, in the amount of 1% of the property value per quarter. And you can also claim for the\u00a0direct losses<\/strong>, such as costs of temporary accommodation, and the\u00a0loss of rental income<\/strong>. If your contract has particular\u00a0penalty clauses<\/strong>\u00a0for late delivery, you are bound by those terms.<\/p>\n

    3. How can I verify if an off-plan property developer is legitimate?<\/h3>\n

    Verify if the project is registered with RERA and has an official RERA project number, which can be checked on the DLD portal. All payments are to be made to a registered escrow account in accordance with the official DLD records. Look at the developer\u2019s history by going through\u00a0completed projects<\/strong>\u00a0and talking to residents. If the developer is unable to provide verifiable RERA registration, walk away immediately.<\/p>\n

    4. What should I do if the delivered property doesn’t match the specifications in my contract?<\/h3>\n

    In the case that the property you received is\u00a0differs<\/strong>, from what you agreed to purchase, the RERA regulations protect you. You can claim the\u00a0full value loss<\/strong>, plus interest as compensation. If the Sale and Purchase Agreement has a lower unit area, the developers are liable for that decrease. The developers are also required to repair the\u00a0structural defects<\/strong>, within a certain period, after the delivery free of charge to you.<\/p>\n

    5. Can I get a refund if I cancel my off-plan property purchase?<\/h3>\n

    Buyers may expect refunds within a year after canceling the contract or\u00a060 days<\/strong>\u00a0after a resale,\u00a0whichever<\/strong>\u00a0is earlier. The amount of\u00a0refund<\/strong>\u00a0depends on the progress of the construction. In case 60%-80% of the project is complete, developers can deduct 40% of the value of the unit and if less than 60% is complete, deduction is\u00a0capped at 25%<\/strong>. Your payments are placed in escrow accounts and are not affected by any other\u00a0debts<\/strong>\u00a0of the developer.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"template":"","class_list":["post-57702","press_releases","type-press_releases","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/my.legal500.com\/developments\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/press_releases\/57702","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/my.legal500.com\/developments\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/press_releases"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/my.legal500.com\/developments\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/press_releases"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/my.legal500.com\/developments\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=57702"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}