Frequently asked questions.

Start with an accurate valuation, then market the property to qualified buyers through a licensed agency. Makan handles valuation, marketing, viewings and negotiation, and manages the transfer paperwork so the sale completes smoothly. Speak to us for a free, no-obligation property valuation in Qatar.

Yes. We provide a free, market-based valuation for residential and commercial property in Doha, Lusail, The Pearl and across Qatar, benchmarked against current comparable evidence.

Yes. Foreign nationals can own freehold property in designated zones with 100% ownership, and leasehold rights in many other areas. We advise foreign buyers on which zones qualify and on the full purchase process.

Designated freehold zones include Lusail, The Pearl-Qatar and West Bay (Legtaifiya), among others. Buying property in Lusail City with 100% ownership is one of the most popular routes for international investors — we can confirm the current schedule of freehold zones for your specific requirement.

Property ownership at certain value thresholds can qualify the owner (and family) for residency in Qatar, with higher thresholds linked to permanent-residency benefits. We can outline the current thresholds and connect you with appropriate legal advisors.

Yes. Off-plan projects continue to launch across Lusail and other growth corridors, often with staged payment plans. We help investors assess off-plan opportunities on the numbers — developer track record, handover risk and projected yield.

Net yields vary by asset type, location and management quality. Across our advised acquisitions we target high-yield, well-located stock and underwrite conservatively. We benchmark expectations against Knight Frank, ValuStrat and KPMG data before you commit.

Tell us your size, budget and timeline, and we shortlist suitable Grade-A and Grade-B offices for rent in West Bay and across Doha, arrange viewings, and negotiate the lease terms on your behalf.

Yes. We handle retail shops, commercial showrooms and F&B units for rent in Doha — matching footfall, frontage and fit-out requirements to the right location.

Yes. We source warehouses and logistics space across Qatar, including the industrial areas and free-zone locations, for storage, distribution and light manufacturing.

With the right pricing and presentation, well-located residential stock in Doha typically lets quickly. We market across the right channels, vet tenants, and manage the contract — then handle ongoing property management if you wish.

Yes. We list and source furnished and unfurnished apartments for rent across West Bay, The Pearl, Lusail and central Doha to match your budget and lease length.

Typically a valid commercial registration (CR), trade licence, authorised-signatory ID and a security deposit. We confirm the exact checklist for your specific premises before you sign.

It is the official licence that permits a residential unit to operate as a short-stay Holiday Home. The licence runs for five years, and operating without it carries significant penalties. Makan manages the licensing process end-to-end.

Permitted zones include The Pearl-Qatar, Lusail and Msheireb, among others. We confirm eligibility for your specific unit before recommending a conversion.

For appropriately located villas and apartments, our modelling shows a meaningful economic uplift over a standard annual lease — after operating costs. We run the numbers on your specific property so you can compare like-for-like.

Rent collection, tenant relations, maintenance coordination, vendor and contractor management, compliance, and clear owner reporting — the full operational life of the asset, handled for you.

In Qatar's dusty, high-UV climate, exterior storefront and facade glass should be cleaned at least every two weeks for street-level retail, and weekly for high-footfall frontages, to protect appearance and avoid mineral etching from dust and hard water. High-rise glazing is typically on a quarterly professional rope-access cycle.

The most common cause is a dry P-trap: in summer the water seal in a little-used floor drain or WC trap evaporates, letting sewer gas back into the room. Flushing the drains and traps with water weekly through the summer restores the seal. If the odour persists after flushing, it usually points to a venting issue that needs a plumber.

Given near year-round cooling load, HVAC and chilled-water systems should be on a planned preventive maintenance (PPM) schedule — typically monthly inspections of key plant and quarterly deeper servicing, with filters checked far more frequently in dusty conditions. Proactive PPM lowers energy cost and prevents summer breakdowns.

Commercial premises must maintain compliant detection and alarm systems, extinguishers and emergency lighting, clear escape routes, and regular inspection records in line with Qatar Civil Defence (QCDD) requirements. Makan coordinates the inspections and keeps the compliance records owners need.

Clean coils and filters, correct thermostat setpoints and scheduling, sound building sealing, and a disciplined PPM regime together make the biggest difference. We assess the asset and recommend the measures with the best payback.

Planned Preventive Maintenance is scheduled servicing carried out before equipment fails, rather than reacting after a breakdown. In Qatar's climate it is the single most effective way to protect asset value, control cost and keep tenants satisfied.

Makan is a single partner across the full life of an asset — sourcing, leasing, management and investment advisory — combining institutional analysis with hands-on local execution across Qatar. Owners trust us with day-to-day management; investors trust us with the thesis.

We operate across Qatar, with particular depth in Lusail, The Pearl-Qatar, West Bay & Dafna, Al Waab, Old Airport and Al Wakra. See our areas we cover.

Yes. We prepare investment analysis and market briefings benchmarked against Knight Frank, ValuStrat and KPMG data. Request a briefing via our contact page.

Call +974 4009 1021 or email info@makan.qa. Our office in Doha is open Sunday to Thursday, 8:00–18:00.